Learning for Development

Doctor Gordon Wilson, Professor Hazel Johnson, Doctor Gordon Wilson,Professor Hazel Johnson, Doctor Gordon Wilson, Professor Hazel Johnson

ISBN 10: 1848131984 / ISBN 13: 9781848131989

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB, 2009

About this Item

The organizational and institutional embedding of new learning is one of the biggest challenges for development. This book in the Development Matters series takes a learning approach to development, focusing the learning that takes place through development action - be it intentional and structured, or the outcome of different forms of engagement. Learning for Development also demonstrates how important a critical awareness of the social dynamics of learning is for individuals and their organizations, and for building coherent policy and action. Through a number of case-studies and a wealth of interdisciplinary research, Learning for Development proposes a more flexible model of development action which aims to ensure that projects address the specific needs of, improves dialogue between, local groups and individuals.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Learning for Development
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1848131984
• ISBN 13: 9781848131989
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st.
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 12.65W x 0.79H x 17.7D centimeters 12.65 centimeters width by 0.79 centimeters height by 17.7 centimeters depth
• Weight: 181 grams

About this title

Synopsis

This book examines learning processes and how they contribute to development. Explaining theories of learning and social learning, it describes the many difficulties individuals and organizations encounter in bringing about change for development. Examining the roles of power and conflict in learning, it analyses the relationships between individuals and their organizations, as well as the wider context that affects them.

Case studies based on the authors' own research in Africa and Europe present a diverse range of development actors and contexts, typical of many situations practitioners face. Finally, the book offers conceptual/theoretical reflections that enable an analytical approach to development while also proposing models and ways of thinking of practical use to readers.

 

About the Author

Hazel Johnson  is Professor of Development Policy at the Open University, UK. Gordon Wilson is Senior Lecturer in Technology and Development, also at the Open University, UK.