1. Action Learning John Eversley, PPRE (with two of mine at the end)

2. (Action) Learning Sets Small groups (six to eight people) Meet regularly Explore topics that individual members decide on Usually have a facilitator

3. ALS cycle The participants take it in turn to present a topic which is an issue of challenge for them; The other participants ask open questions to help clarify what the issues are and to help the presenter identify options for action; The presenter decides on a course of action; At a meeting of the set usually 6 weeks later, progress on the planned action is reviewed

4. Action Learning is… Learning from yourself Learning from observing each other Reflection Taking Action

5. Action Learning isn’t … Therapy Quality Circles Advice sessions Cross Examination Showcasing Voyeurism Solving Puzzles (Puzzles are problems with one right answer or solution)

6. Action Learning Other Models Participants knowledge, skills and understandings to be drawn out Learners are empty vessels to be filled by teacher or other participants ActionAnalysis Professional and personal Personal or professional Group Process Individual task UnderstandingTherapy

7. Lyotard and Burgoyne Knowledge for… Speculation Practice Emancipation

8. The Process Describing the issue Pause Reprise Questioning but no ‘why’ questions Not advice Presenter explores options Presenter decides action Implement (between sessions) Review

9. It sounds a bit fluffy doesn’t it? (my slides)

10. Testimonies I found it really beneficial in dealing with few issues at work, in particular the facilitated and objective way of receiving support/guidance to resolve the issues. The practical action pan and others experience has really helped me. I have found the action learning set very valuable. It allows me to consider a work issue(s) with non- judgemental colleagues with a range of knowledge and experience…This has helped me develop a strategy to deal with issues I have discussed within the group.