Steve Eskow wrote:
"How does a virtual organization like LO "learn"?
For example: should we consider forming sub groups, "communities of
practice," or "discourse communities," so that those interested in going
deeply into a particular topic might do so?
Or, perhaps, is the answer that unlike the organizations that each of us
faces in our offlist lives, LO itself does not need to learn, to grow, to
change? "
Very good points! One thing I found when participating in listservs is
that many people are eager to offer their opinions but are not interested
in learning (ie changing their views). I unsubscribed from ODNET for this
very reason; I found myself, along with many others, stating my viewpoint
on various topics, but noticed that we all defended our views and rarely
changed them. This is why I was attracted to the LO list - presumably
people here are open to, and even actively pursuing - personal and orga
nizational development.
I think the list learns when any individual on it learns. Breaking into
subgroups can serve to help explore personal interests or it can be a way
to avoid dealing with those not of a like mind, with the accompanying
potential for reduced learning.
Brian
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