Interorganizational Learning: A Conceptualization of Public-Private Learning Communities

Tijmen M. Schipper*, Kars Mennens, Paul Preenen, Menno Vos, Marieke van den Tooren, Nienke Hofstra

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Abstract

Human Resource Development (HRD) finds itself at a critical juncture given the rapidly changing landscape of work and a shift of focus in HRD research and practices. This provides momentum for the HRD discipline to explore new models of workplace learning that exceed the boundaries of one’s own organization. Public and private organizations increasingly understand that by joining forces and cocreating knowledge, they are better able to address these challenges and thereby stay innovative. In this paper, we propose a conceptual framework for Public-Private Learning Communities (PPLCs) as a promising approach to prepare organizations and employees for the rapidly changing future. By drawing on the concept of interorganizational learning and learning-network theory, we distinguish essential building blocks that relate to the PPLCs’ strategy, structure, process, and culture. With this conceptual paper, we aim to break new ground for HRD theory-building and offer novel directions for HRD researchers and practitioners.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)494-523
Number of pages30
JournalHuman Resource Development Review
Volume22
Issue number4
Early online date26 Aug 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2023

Keywords

  • interorganizational learning
  • Learning communities
  • learning-network theory
  • public-private collaboration
  • workplace learning

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