A view of the learning organization from a practical perspective: interview with Michael Marquardt
ISSN: 0969-6474
Article publication date: 5 September 2018
Issue publication date: 30 October 2018
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
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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