2. Building a learning organisation

A ‘learning organisation’ is one in which everyone has the opportunity to learn and in which ‘learning for all’ is part of the ethos of the school. School-based teacher development provides such an opportunity for teachers, in a way which is likely to be effective in developing their classroom practice.

Organisational learning, also requires collective monitoring and reflection on new initiatives, systems and processes. A ‘learning organisation’ is one which reviews the impact of school, policies, roles and ways of working, so they know what they need to change.

Activity 3.1: What is a learning organisation?

You are advised to spend 20 mins on this activity

  1. What do you think it feels like to be part of a ‘learning organisation’? In your notebook, write down your ideas.
  2. What might prevent a school from developing as a ‘learning organisation’?

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