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Dailey, Nancy – Training and Development Journal, 1984
The author argues that most work environments still conform to a hierarchical, bureaucratic pattern--an outdated system. She urges a move to a more andragogical model. The author discusses bureaucratic structure, organizational culture, the influence of leadership, the quality of learning at the workplace, and the employer-employee relationship.…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Adult Learning, Andragogy, Bureaucracy
Doktor, Robert – Training and Development Journal, 1982
The author shares his own experiences in the design of culturally appropriate human resources development programs in Asia. He discusses the differences in cognitive models of causation: Japanese cognition and western cognition. (CT)
Descriptors: Cerebral Dominance, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Cultural Differences
Thompson, Walt – Training and Development Journal, 1982
This article explores indicators which will reveal if organizations are ready to deal with the change implied in undertaking a quality circle (QC) program. It discusses characteristics of successful QC programs and lists readiness indicators which include internal project staffing, openness from management, time commitment, and financial…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Crisis Intervention, Employee Attitudes, Organizational Climate