The progression and future of open learning: a stakeholder perspective within management development
Abstract
Discusses and examines the relationship of major stakeholders in open learning within management development and the association of open learning with management development. Used a survey methodology to obtain information from purchaser and provider stakeholders. Interprets survey findings in written and graphical format to show the progression of open learning over the last ten years; the likely future progress with reference to the main technologies, media and trends; the factors most influential in the change in perception and utilization; and an identification of the advantages and barriers of open learning within management development. Discusses limitations along with the implications for future research. Concludes with an evaluation of the research findings and the presentation of a multiple stakeholders model of open learning in management development, which could be used for future research.
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Citation
Davis, H.J. (1997), "The progression and future of open learning: a stakeholder perspective within management development", Journal of Management Development, Vol. 16 No. 5, pp. 368-385. https://doi.org/10.1108/02621719710174543
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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