A learning network as a development method – an example of small enterprises and a university working together
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- 1 February 2001
- journal article
- Published by Emerald Publishing in Journal of Workplace Learning
- Vol. 13 (1) , 14-23
Abstract
Describes how the network concept could be used as a development method and to overcome some of the barriers for small‐ and medium‐sized enterprises (SMEs) to initiate and work with sustainable development questions. The study has been done in close co‐operation with managers and employees from small enterprises, where the ISO 14001 work has been initiated and supported through the network, using each other and the network as an arena for joint reflection, support, and as a resource pool. The result from this study indicates that a university‐driven learning network makes a difference in the development work of SMEs – as a source for inspiration, in initiating and working with development projects, for reflection, and as a sounding board, and through its effectiveness in acting as a large organisation.Keywords
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