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Chris Argyris: theories of action, double-loop learning and organizational learning. The work of Chris Argyris (1923-2013) has influenced thinking about the relationship of people and organizations, organizational learning and action research. Here we examine some key aspects of his thinking.
Double Loop Learning in Organizations. by. Chris Argyris. From the Magazine (September 1977) Several years ago the top management of a multi-billion dollar corporation decided that Product...
Achieving this double-loop learning is more than a matter of motivation—you have to reflect on the way you think. Failure forces you to reflect on your assumptions and inferences.
Oct 13, 2023 · Scholars generally agree that one of the most important typologies of organizational learning (OL) distinguishes between single-loop learning (SLL) and double-loop learning (DLL). This distinction was initially made by Argyris & Schön (1974, 1978).
On this page we examine the significance of the models he developed with Donald Schön of single‐loop and double‐loop learning, and how these translate into contrasting models of organizational learning systems.
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Chris Argyris described the distinction between single-loop and double-loop learning using the following analogy: [A] thermostat that automatically turns on the heat whenever the temperature in a room drops below 69°F is a good example of single-loop learning.
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Thc author describes how this process can be reversed by a method he calls double loop learning. Chris Argyris is James Conant Professor Of Education and Organiza- tion.l Behavior at Harvard University, and is the author numerous publications on executive leadership and organiza- tional.
