Organizational learning in a college of nursing: A learning history
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Methodology
The research design selected for this study was a “learning history” (Bradbury et al., 2015, Kleiner and Roth, 1996). Learning histories can be used to study organizational learning and the context in which the learning occurred. Learning histories document past learning in an organization and stimulate a collective reflection process that can serve as a foundation for future collective reflection and learning within the organization (Bradbury et al., 2015).
Findings
The learning history emerging from this process documented several decades of organizational learning. Findings included participants' attention to the historical development of the college; an emphasis on “Learning the Healer's Art,” which serves as a unifying vision for the college; and four themes related to achieving the college's notable outcomes.
Discussion
These findings offer insight into organizational learning in a CON. Faculty members and administrators in this particular college created a culture conducive to organizational learning by establishing a shared vision, recruiting faculty and students who fit organizationally relevant criteria, and maintaining a long-term perspective. Within this environment, certain behaviors—collaboratively leading change, and providing strong mentoring, teaching, and learning—contribute to organizational
Conclusion
The primary purpose of this study was to discover new insights related to organizational learning in a college of nursing that may guide nursing faculty and administrators as they strive to improve outcomes in their own colleges. Findings included four themes associated with organizational learning in a CON: Character & Quality, Long-Term Perspective, Collaborative Leadership & Adaptation, and Mentoring. College leaders can take specific steps to create a culture of learning and to foster
Funding/Support
This study was supported by the Brigham Young University College of Nursing.
Acknowledgements
The authors thank the participants for sharing their insights and knowledge regarding the college's history and performance.
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