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Action Learning Day (2016)

In Short

In Detail

Action Learning Day (2016) is a professional development resource designed to help coaches, leaders, and facilitators full-day action learning facilitation design and materials. It sits within the category of CCL SA action learning day materials, making it particularly useful for practitioners working on capability development, team performance, and individual growth in organisational settings.

In practice, Action Learning Day (2016) is delivered as a 5-step process. The process begins by based on CCL SA Action Learning methodology. The session closes by close the day with individual commitments and a follow-up review process. The structured approach ensures that participants move through a consistent experience while leaving room for the facilitator to adapt pacing and depth to the group's needs.

Action Learning Day (2016) is most valuable when practitioners need a reliable, repeatable approach that can be adapted to different contexts without losing its core structure. It bridges the gap between conceptual understanding and practical application, making it a durable addition to any coaching or facilitation toolkit.

How to Use

1. Based on CCL SA Action Learning methodology. 2. Participants bring real live challenges to the set. 3. Apply the action learning process (see Row 89) with CCL facilitators guiding the set. 4. Combine with input sessions on relevant leadership topics. 5. Close the day with individual commitments and a follow-up review process.

Pros and Cons

Pros Cons
  • Directly addresses the challenge of full-day action learning facilitation design and materials through a structured, repeatable approach
  • Adaptable to different seniority levels, team sizes, and organisational contexts
  • Generates actionable insight that participants can apply immediately in their work
  • Effectiveness varies based on the facilitator's skill level and familiarity with the tool
  • Requires adequate time for both the exercise and a meaningful debrief to realise full value
  • May not be appropriate for all cultural contexts without adaptation

Created by Center for Creative Leadership South Africa

When to Use

This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:

Context Relevant
Individual Coaching
Team Coaching
Leadership Development
Facilitation / Workshop
Online / Virtual