Browsing by Subject "ketterät toimintatavat"

The purpose of the present study was to analyze collective learning in selected teams in Yleisradio Ltd., the Finnish broadcasting company. In addition, the purpose was to consider how to spread good learning practices widely in the organization. In this research, I studied learning from a multidimensional point of view considering individuals, community, networks and working context as well as the impact of practices and artefacts on learning. In addition, I studied how agency and motivation support learning. The study was a qualitative case study. The target group of the study consisted of two parts: a networked learning model Yle Lab and agile teams. The empirical data included 13 theme interviews and 14 event observations. In addition, the empirical material included field notes and material given by the client. I analyzed transcribed interviews and field notes using theory-driven content analysis. Yle Lab organizes different kinds of collective learning activities annually. The purpose of these activities is to enhance adoption of a more multimedia- and user-centered mindset within the organization. According to the results of the study Labra used different kinds of pedagogical practices in these learning events, such as group discussions, artefacts, stories, coaching and user testing, the purpose of which was to build the participants' capability to plan multimedia projects and develop their expertise. The practises and artefacts of the agile teams together constructed the epistemic culture and knowledge construction system of the domain. Development of working practices, knowledge creating, and learning were integrated as a natural part of their daily work. The results of both target groups indicated that work itself was the best way to learn in working life, which supports the results of earlier studies. Many interviewees stated that their competence had increased alongside the development of their industry, through variable working roles over the years. The empirical data indicated features of progressive problem solving processes, which is a typical learning model for experts. Interviewees had strong professional agency and they were motivated. According to this study it can be concluded that it is possible to support collective learning at the workplace by developing meeting practices that support learning, providing common rooms for professionals, creating common goals, promoting a job rotation culture, and providing coaching networks to support learning paths. This study provided knowledge of collective learning practices of the target groups. In addition, this study yielded some thoughts on how collective learning can be supported in the organization. In this research, I study only a limited part of the company. Thus, a broader study would be necessary in order to have a more extensive view of an organization's collective learning practices.