A Learning Framework for Knowledge-Based Enterprises: A Meta-Synthesis
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Alireza javanbakht
1
,
Nahid Naderibeni
2
,
Jabar Babashahi
3
,
Saeid Safaei Movahhed
4
1 - Ph.D. Candidate, Education Management; College of Farabi, University of Tehran, Qom, Iran
2 - Nahid Naderibeni, College of Farabi, University of Tehran, Qom, Iran
3 - Assistant Professor, Department of Human Resource Management, School of Management and Accounting, Farabi School of Tehran University. Qom, Iran
4 - National Iranian Oil Company
Keywords: learning framework, collaborative learning, self-directed learning, experiential learning, knowledge-based enterprises.,
Abstract :
In knowledge-based enterprises, the main capital is knowledge, and it is necessary to benefit from this capital by having knowledgeable employees who are lifelong learners. However, traditional learning approaches do not meet the needs of these enterprises. Based on this, the aim of the present study was to provide a suitable learning framework for knowledge-based enterprises. In order to achieve this goal, the meta-synthesis qualitative method of selection and in-depth analysis of the subject literature were employed based on the seven steps of Sandolowski and Barso. By reviewing the literature, 250 identified sources were analyzed using meta-synthesis method. The results indicated that the components of extra-organizational environment, organizational environment, the essence of knowledge-based enterprises and learning approaches are important aspects of the learning framework of knowledge-based enterprises. Each of these components included sub-components that affect learning in knowledge-based enterprises; therefore, considering the sub-components in the turbulent extra-organizational environment, the organizational environment is affected by the emphasis on agile structure, open culture, collaborative culture, organic job design and independent work space. The essence of knowledge-based enterprises was formed around the orientations including expertise, innovation, team, learning, communication and knowledge. Finally, the three learning approaches of interest in knowledge-based enterprises included experiential learning, self-directed learning, and collaborative learning, which in the literature were the most suitable for this kind of enterprises. Therefore, it can be concluded that paying attention to the identified components along with its sub-components could play an important role in formulating a suitable learning framework for knowledge-based enterprises.
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