Lifelong Learning for Libraries: Using Organizational Learning Theory to Manage Change

Authors

Mary M. Somerville, University of Colorado, DenverFollow
Tracy Bertram-Elliott

ORCiD

0000-0002-4201-8335

Document Type

Conference Presentation

Conference Title

American Library Association Annual Conference

Location

San Francisco, CA

Conference Dates

June 25-30, 2015

Date of Presentation

6-27-2015

Abstract

Organizational learning theory focuses on how organizations as a whole learn and adapt to their changing environment. Library administrators and managers can use organizational learning models to manage the need to be responsive to external influences and internal changes, as well as foster a positive, productive work environment for the benefit of library staff and patrons. This session will introduce organizational learning and how it can be applied to libraries.

Comments

Sponsored by Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA)

Recommended Citation

Somerville, M. M., & Bertram-Elliott, T. (2015). Lifelong Learning for Libraries: Using Organizational Learning Theory to Manage Change. Paper presented at American Library Association Annual Conference in San Francisco, CA.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/libraries-pres/72