A declaration on learning: how do you respond?

Abstract

Purpose

The paper is aims to promote both dialogue and action around learning in organizations.

Design/methodology/approach

The basis of the paper is in the collective experience of the 13 authors who produced the Declaration.

Findings

The paper argues for the central importance of learning for all organizations.

Research limitations/implications

The research for the paper is in the collective writings of the 13 authors.

Practical implications

The practical implications of the ideas promoted can be considerable. Very few organizations practise what is suggested in the paper.

Originality/value

The paper is of value to anyone working in organizations, not just learning and development professionals. It can be the basis for developing organizational learning strategies.

Citation

Cunningham, I. (2006), "A declaration on learning: how do you respond?", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 20 No. 6, pp. 18-23. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280610706185