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A view of the learning organization from a practical perspective: interview with Michael Marquardt

Simon Reese (University College, University of Maryland, San Diego, California, USA)

The Learning Organization

ISSN: 0969-6474

Article publication date: 5 September 2018

Issue publication date: 30 October 2018

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Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to provide an overview of the development of learning organization concepts from the perspective of Dr Michael Marquardt and presents an interesting evolution of his work spanning three decades in the learning organization field.

Design/methodology/approach

Through a conversation with a thought-leading scholar, Dr Michael Marquardt, this paper discusses several topics pertaining to the evolution of the learning organization debate and provides his perspective on the development of his theories.

Findings

The learning organization debate may have differing perspectives. However, the theories foundational to Dr Marquardt’s research originated from those in the field during the 1980s and 1990s. He built upon the foundation through his consultancy work to develop his current perspective.

Originality/value

The discussion with Dr Marquardt reveals his perspective on the evolution of the learning organization debate. He began with similarities to others and over time built his definition based upon those areas of that he saw most impactful in practice.

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Citation

Reese, S. (2018), "A view of the learning organization from a practical perspective: interview with Michael Marquardt", The Learning Organization, Vol. 25 No. 5, pp. 353-361. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLO-04-2018-0068

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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