TY - JOUR AB - Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to provide a short introduction to the current learning environment and the need for a transformational shift in thinking and learning.Design/methodology/approach–The primary foundations of classical learning theory are introduced before exploring major attributes of the current learning environment.Findings–Differences between learning in simple, complicated and complex systems are identified.Originality/value–This paper lays the groundwork for recognizing the value of the Learning Organization Portfolio featured paper: “Expanding the knowledge paradigm” by David Bennet. VL - 36 IS - 2 SN - 0305-5728 DO - 10.1108/03055720610682924 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/03055720610682924 AU - Bennet Alex PY - 2006 Y1 - 2006/01/01 TI - The individual as learner T2 - VINE PB - Emerald Group Publishing Limited SP - 136 EP - 138 Y2 - 2024/03/29 ER -