This paper will provide an overview of the history and theory of systems applied to organizational learning. There will be a discussion on the background theoretical material highlighting specific strategies for applying organizational learning principles addressing the legal and ethical aspects of FTCC; thus it will include the organizational dynamics of FTCC. A description of the way Senge’s application of systems thinking in schools symbolizes the principles of action science will be examined in this paper.
Organizational Learning History Overview Organizational learning concepts were intertwined with the views the Industrial Age; subsequently, they began to evolve towards the end of the 20th century. During the Industrial Age, learning …show more content…
Studies show that the basic innovation that creates new industries is usually composed of a combination of various new technologies (Senge et al., 2012).
Theory of Systems Applied to Organizational Learning The theory of systems that applies to organizational learning includes the espoused theory and the theory-in-use. These theories provide the basis for organizational learning; subsequently, the modes of operation can be conflicting at times. The espoused theory provides instruction about the conduct that should be exhibited among individuals; consequently, individuals are faced with the decision of comprising their beliefs, attitudes, and values (Argyris, 1995). The theory-in-use is governed by four values: (1) achieve your intended purpose, (2) maximize winning and minimize losing, (3) suppress negative feelings, and (4) behave according to what you consider rational (Argyris, 1995). It defines the action strategies (bypass and cover-up); subsequently, it allows the individual to create the actual words that will be utilized (Argyris, …show more content…
The teacher-student relationship should be established upon trust; thus, it should be professional at all times. There is a line that should never be crossed by teacher-student relationship, unprofessional relationship. In a teacher-student relationship, an emotional attachment may occur; subsequently, there must exist a professional relationship at all times. If the emotional attachment result in an unprofessional relationship, the legal aspect of harassment could become apparent. The student or teacher could feel threaten when one or the other decide to break the attachment. If others witness the attachment, they may feel they are being discriminated against; subsequently, they see the person as receiving special treatment beyond what other receive for doing the same things. FTCC requires their employees not to fraternize with students during or after work hours; subsequently, some have fallen into fraternization due to social media. This occurs when one reads more into a statement made by an employee than what was meant; therefore, employees are prohibited from accepting friend requests from
Organizational Learning History Overview Organizational learning concepts were intertwined with the views the Industrial Age; subsequently, they began to evolve towards the end of the 20th century. During the Industrial Age, learning …show more content…
Studies show that the basic innovation that creates new industries is usually composed of a combination of various new technologies (Senge et al., 2012).
Theory of Systems Applied to Organizational Learning The theory of systems that applies to organizational learning includes the espoused theory and the theory-in-use. These theories provide the basis for organizational learning; subsequently, the modes of operation can be conflicting at times. The espoused theory provides instruction about the conduct that should be exhibited among individuals; consequently, individuals are faced with the decision of comprising their beliefs, attitudes, and values (Argyris, 1995). The theory-in-use is governed by four values: (1) achieve your intended purpose, (2) maximize winning and minimize losing, (3) suppress negative feelings, and (4) behave according to what you consider rational (Argyris, 1995). It defines the action strategies (bypass and cover-up); subsequently, it allows the individual to create the actual words that will be utilized (Argyris, …show more content…
The teacher-student relationship should be established upon trust; thus, it should be professional at all times. There is a line that should never be crossed by teacher-student relationship, unprofessional relationship. In a teacher-student relationship, an emotional attachment may occur; subsequently, there must exist a professional relationship at all times. If the emotional attachment result in an unprofessional relationship, the legal aspect of harassment could become apparent. The student or teacher could feel threaten when one or the other decide to break the attachment. If others witness the attachment, they may feel they are being discriminated against; subsequently, they see the person as receiving special treatment beyond what other receive for doing the same things. FTCC requires their employees not to fraternize with students during or after work hours; subsequently, some have fallen into fraternization due to social media. This occurs when one reads more into a statement made by an employee than what was meant; therefore, employees are prohibited from accepting friend requests from