Discussion: Work-Based Learning

• Look at the diagram below of Raelin's Work-based Learning Model.

• Think of three techniques used to stimulate work-based learning. These may range from specific job aides you have used to coaching or even online tools that have been beneficial to your success.

• Once you have chosen three techniques, rate the degree of explicit versus tacit learning that is occurring. Find the location left to right on the X-axis. Then decide where it lies along the theory versus practice scale. Looking bottom to top, place your technique along that scale for Y-axis coordinate. You now have an X, Y coordinate for that technique. Post your three techniques with the coordinates you have selected (e.g., Presentations at a meeting (-4, +4). Explain the reasoning behind each of your choices.

• Visit your classmates' postings. Discuss your differences and similarities. Ask questions to clarify thinking.

• Post your assessment early in the week in order to give others time to respond.

Discussion Project: Progressive Case Study: MacArthur and Associates

There are different approaches and styles to learning. By now you have established that learning is a process. How an individual learns is essential to improving performance and effectiveness of the team and organization as a whole. How an organization learns is critical to remain viable and competitive in today's society. Learning is key to generating a forward movement for an organization.

• You will compose a 200 word minimum assessment on becoming a learning organization based on MacArthur and Associates. Incorporate the value of becoming a learning organization. What benefits and pitfalls can occur?

• Remember to participate among your classmates. Remember that your responses should be substantive and that you will utilize this feedback as a part of your weekly assignment.