Many workplaces have become characterized as learning organizations
where knowledge workers provide the required competitive edge. Due to
the dynamic changes in the economic structures, adaptive, generative,
lifelong, and continuous learning have become norms. Leaders in the
corporate world have a greater responsibility to provide direction in
knowledge building and knowledge delivery systems. The key competencies
required for leadership have been impacted by the change in corporate
structures and the ever-changing formats that define competitive
business landscapes. Traditional universities are also experiencing
greater demand to provide the necessary skill sets required by
individuals tasked with developing, incorporating, and communicating new
knowledge. When it comes to learning models, the business focus on
"continuous improvement" makes all the sense in the world.
It is in this spirit of continuous learning that this book was compiled.
The seventh volume in the series Educational Innovation in Economics
and Business contains a unique selection of articles addressing four
major themes: (I) Designing New Education Models, (II) Preparing
Students for Work in the Corporate Arena, (III) Using Technology to
Enhance Learning Environments, and (IV) Methods to Maximize Student
Learning. It is meant for educators in corporate training centers as
well as for teachers in further and higher education.