https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0 en-us 2023-03-12 15:39:18 UTC 2026-01-22 22:39:34 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4a1.png ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513248257 Mindtools Content Team (2022) Action Learning Sets. Available at: https://www.mindtools.com/anbk5zv/action-learning-sets (Accessed 17 March 2023).

]]> 2023-03-12 15:43:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513248257 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513249328 Adults learn best when they can talk with one another, reflect and plan.  

"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn" – Benjamin Franklin.]]> 2023-03-12 15:45:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513249328 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513250948 Action Learning Sets bring people with experience of a problem together to explore possible solutions, try them out, and develop them further. ]]> 2023-03-12 15:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513250948 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513251845 2023-03-12 15:49:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513251845 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253041 Action Learning Sets foster good work relationships, as people work closely to find the best approach to a problem.]]> 2023-03-12 15:51:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253041 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253503 Action learning sets rely on conversation, criticism, and challenge within the group. This can make some people feel uncomfortable.]]> 2023-03-12 15:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253503 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253776 It can also encourage innovation and creative thinking.]]> 2023-03-12 15:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2513253776 salsaadoon https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2514523043 Counselling training uses a lot of experiential teaching with triad or diad work.  It seems natural to me to have a student practice either with scripts or on low level issues and be observed to gain the experience of being in the position of the therapist, as the client and to observe and offer feedback.  Three very different experiences in one session, and the chance to learn from each other.  Although, my understanding of action learning may differ to problem solving in business.

]]> 2023-03-13 14:25:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2514523043 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516426944 Use to tackle real problems or issues within the workplace. Using the collective experience of the group to get things done and bring about change.

]]> 2023-03-14 16:42:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516426944 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516441526 "It is what we think we know already that prevents us from learning" Claude Bernard cited by Edmonstone (2017 p. 38)]]> 2023-03-14 16:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516441526 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516450214 Edmonstone, J (2017) Action learning in healthcare: a practical handbook. CRC Press. 1st ed. ]]> 2023-03-14 16:58:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516450214 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516464450 Action learning promotes reflection. ]]> 2023-03-14 17:07:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516464450 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516471014 Action learning is about the development of people as much as it is about addressing real problems/issues in workplaces. ]]> 2023-03-14 17:11:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516471014 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516481413 Action learning risks being confused with other types of group development. 

]]> 2023-03-14 17:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516481413 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516483713 Action learning is not group therapy, a support group, or an opportunity to blame one another for the organisational problems. Neither is it coaching or mentoring, or a task/project group, with a focus on learning equally as important as on action. ]]> 2023-03-14 17:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516483713 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516504468 The facilitators role is to: 

• hold space, not to teach
• create a safe space and supportive conditions for the group
• enable learners to explore and understand their experiences and views, acknowledge a need for change and see the impact of action on real problems. 

]]> 2023-03-14 17:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516504468 CarolineMSt https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516523019 Action learning provides an opportunity for deep learning. As learners, through the action set, are committed to fully understand the issue and making connections between experiences and new ideas. ]]> 2023-03-14 17:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2516523019 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517431006 McGill I, Brockbank A (2004) The Action Learning handbook Routledge London]]> 2023-03-15 09:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517431006 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517434975 Creates an environment for collaborative working]]> 2023-03-15 09:08:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517434975 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517437136 Holds a 'fundamental respect' for where staff are coming from, their values and right to learn at own pace (McGill 2004)]]> 2023-03-15 09:10:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517437136 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517439563 "Brining life experiences to the fore as a single most important resource in enabling the individual to move and learn and develop with support of others" McGill 2004 pg 12)]]> 2023-03-15 09:12:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517439563 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517440905 In order for action learning to be sustainable there needs to be protected time to participate.]]> 2023-03-15 09:13:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2517440905 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518267125 Encourages an active participation stance in learners rather than a passive one]]> 2023-03-15 19:04:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518267125 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518268080 Action learning sets can involve staff/students from different roles/jobs within an organisation. This can benefit brining an organisation closer and supporting an increased respect and understanding across teams/roles.]]> 2023-03-15 19:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518268080 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518278760 2023-03-15 19:14:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518278760 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518290400 2023-03-15 19:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518290400 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518291609 An action learning set is a continuous process so actions from the previous meeting will usually be discussed at the start of the next meeting. This helps continue the learning cycle]]> 2023-03-15 19:26:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518291609 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518292438 2023-03-15 19:26:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518292438 ailidh_weddell https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518757432 A useful overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNUIgG4T7RQ]]> 2023-03-16 03:36:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2518757432 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521619926 The idea of not focusing solely on cognitive learning but that conative and affective are just as important and its the combination that makes Action learning effective. This can lead to the increased autonomy and independence of learners]]> 2023-03-18 11:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521619926 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521621031 Action learning sets/groups take time to bond and develop and requires a commitment from members]]> 2023-03-18 11:11:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521621031 fcruickshank https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521621435 The facilitators role adapts as the group grows in confidence]]> 2023-03-18 11:12:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521621435 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521742487 “Adaption is achieved only by learning, namely, by being able to do tomorrow that which might have been unnecessary today, or to be able to do today what was unnecessary last week” (Revans, 2017)

]]> 2023-03-18 15:36:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521742487 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521745826 Action learning sets promote the constructivist approach to learning, encouraging life long learning and the ability to adapt to changing learning/ working environments]]> 2023-03-18 15:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521745826 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521746901 Can be time consuming, which poses a problem to already time constrained organisations]]> 2023-03-18 15:44:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521746901 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521758111 Action learning sets are useful to use when there is a complex "problem" without a simple solution identified through one member in the group. Members are then able to actively listen to the complexity of the "problem" and ask probing questions to unravel and understand the "problem". This then allows the group to collectively share, explain and learn from previous experiences resulting in new learning and shared "problem" solving.]]> 2023-03-18 16:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521758111 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521760112 Reg Revans (2017). Abc of action learning. Taylor & Francis Ltd.]]> 2023-03-18 16:10:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2521760112 21013691 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2522126178 Action learning sets are potentially very useful in co-creation and building a community of learning ]]> 2023-03-19 10:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2522126178 21013691 https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2522129067 Representation of demographics and stakeholder view points could be challenging and may lead to larger groups. Personality and strong views could lead to non-action or non-learning.]]> 2023-03-19 10:59:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ailidh_weddell/x5r3ktvcd8cla0j0/wish/2522129067