Reviews and summarizes the various applications, findings, and conclusions regarding the Kolb experiential learning model and the Learning Style Inventory found in current literature. The usefulness of the model and the instrument are evaluated based upon this evidence. (Author/LLS)

Reviews the major articles on experiential learning published in business periodicals during the last several years and raises questions of their validity. Problems inherent in assessing learning experiences are addressed by a sequential research design, and a tentative theoretical model for assessing experiential learning is proposed. Twenty-four…

Briefly reviews the salient concepts in the job redesign literature and describes an exercise which permits the reader to undertake a job redesign program. Actual company data are provided that indicate the effectiveness of the company's strategy. Sixteen references are listed. (Author/LLS)

Discusses leadership style theories and offers an integration of the theories by describing typical characteristics, skills, philosophies, and consequences associated with each major style. An experiential exercise is described which portrays the major styles and the productivity and satisfaction each is likely to produce. Nine figures accompany…