 | Is it all just context? |
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Management theories often differentiate between the autocratic style (control through groups?) and collegial styles (freedom through networks?). In our vocational education system I can translate these differences to:
So the type of network (or group) we set up for our students and colleagues will vary according to the context. |
 | Re: Is it all just context? |
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You bring up some good points Grant. I don't think it's quite as straight-forward though. I think the type of network (or group) is always adjusting itself. Teaching skills lends itself to more of a behaviourism approach at first but there still needs to be some of the collegial style approach - even for the plumber or electrician types. Strict adherence to legislation is a must but ability is still needed to troubleshoot problems (like my leaking dishwasher). We need to set up a flexible network (or group) design that will allow whatever approach works best for the students at that particular point in their program. Jim |
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| Thanks for the comment Jim. I do agree with you re constant adjustment - the design of our learning experiences must match the purpose, part of the problem is probably trying to summarise thoughts which are complex. I also prefer the behaviourist approaches but I do know of many teachers who still prefer the more autocratic style. |