Innovation in Professional Education: Steps on a Journey from Teaching to Learning / Edition 1

by Richard E. Boyatzis, Scott S. Cowen, David A. Kolb

Overview

Based on the experience of the restructuring of the MBA program atCase Western Reserve University, the book describes thetransformation of a program from one where student learning wasincidental to teaching and research into one where learning ispreeminent. Draws from ten years of curriculum change efforts totrace the entire process of program redesign, from initialdiscussion to implementation and evaluation. Examines strategicplanning within the professional school and describes in detail theManagerial Assessment Course—a key element of the new program anda driving force for self-directed learning.

The book provides specific designs, methods, and procedures forconducting outcome assessment studies, including five typesparticularly relevant to professional schools: alumni studies,employer studies, faculty studies, student-change studies, andprofessional competency studies. Throughout the book, the authorsand contributors describe a wealth of useful, thought-provokingideas and learnings on management education and institutionalchange.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780787900328
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	12/13/1994
Series:	Management Series
Edition description:	1st ed
Pages:	308
Product dimensions:	6.24(w) x 9.53(h) x 0.97(d)

About the Author

RICHARD E. BOYATZIS is a psychologist and professor of organizational behavior. Before joining the Weatherhead School of Management (WSOM) in 1987 he was a consultant in management development. SCOTT S. COWEN has been Dean of the WSOM since 1983. DAVID A. KOLB is a psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at WSOM who has taught and done research in experiental learning.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Taking the Path Toward Learning (Richard E.Boyatzis, Scott S. Cowen, David A. Kolb).

Part One: Processes and Designs.

2. Lessons Learned: Guiding Strategic Change in Higher Education(Scott S. Cowen).

3. Management of Knowledge: Redesigning the Weatherhead MBA Program(Richard E. Boyatzis, Scott S. Cowen, David A. Kolb).

4. Cornerstones of Change: Building the Path for Self-DirectedLearning (Richard E. Boyatzis).

Part Two: Outcome Assessments and Results.

5. Past Accomplishments: Establishing the Impact and Baseline ofEarlier Programs (Richard E. Boyatzis, Anne Renio-McKee, LorraineThompson).

6. Gatekeepers of the Enterprise: Assessing Faculty Intent and theStudent Outcome (Richard E. Boyatzis).

7. GAnder Differences in Student Development: Examining LifeStories, Career Histories, and Learning Plans (Susan S. Case,Lorraine Thompson).

8. Will It Make a Difference?: Assessing a Value-Added,Outcome-Oriented, Competency-Based Professional Program (Richard E.Boyatzis, Ann Baker, David Leonard, Kenneth Rhee, LorraineThompson).

Part Three: Key Learnings and Dreams.

9. Reactions from the Stakeholders: The Trials and Tribulations ofImplementing a New Program (Richard E. Boyatzis, Scott S. Cowen,David A. Kolb).

10. Conclusion: What If Learning Were the Purpose of Education?(Richard E. Boyatzis, Scott S. Cowen, David A. Kolb).

Editorial Reviews

Provides perspectives on learning, curriculum revision, and adult development for professionals in management education. Describes the experience of the MBA program at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University in its redesign and transformation. Examines strategic planning and describes in detail the Managerial Assessment Course, a driving force for self-directed learning. Offers methods for conducting assessment studies. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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