A manual for those new to the techniques of action learning (learning by doing), whether working in organizations, business or education. It explores: what action learning is; using action learning to develop individuals, groups and organizations; facilitating action learning; and more.

A manual for those new to the techniques of action learning (learning by doing), whether working in organizations, business or education. The burgeoning use of learning sets has generated many innovative uses for, and developments of action learning, which are detailed and explored in this practical work. Key topics covered include: what action learning is; using action learning to develop individuals, groups and organizations; facilitating action learning; action learning for people working professionally and in educational settings; action learning for professional groups; reflective learning and action learning; and innovations in the use of action learning.