Learning how people learn: Assessing competencies and productivity

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Currently, there is a crisis in education in many developed economies. To be honest, there is also a crisis in education in these countries – the media and politicians rarely seem to be satisfied that any one given educational system is optimal. Systems are either outdated (USA), too changeable (UK), or too dogmatic (France). Even the most successful systems are either anomalous (Finland), too hard on students (Singapore), or would not translate well if adopted by other countries (Japan). Whichever way you look at it, we simply do not know how best to educate our younger generations.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2018), "Learning how people learn: Assessing competencies and productivity", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 32 No. 1, pp. 25-27. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-11-2017-0092