The cycle is continuously recurring. We constantly test the implications of what we have learned and modify our concepts as a consequence of what we see happening in each new situation. Much of the learning is indeed relearning, especially on a Management Development programme, but this is still important and valuable, if only by brining old learning back into focus to confirm the reasons behind good habits and challenge those behind bad or outdated behaviour. The objectives set by us govern the direction of our learning. We look for and interpret experiences based on our needs, goals and perceptions.
Unclear goals lead to haphazard and ineffective learning.
For this reason alone the success and failure of many programmes is directly attributable to the quality of objective setting. We all have personal preferences. The way we learn depends on who we are. It should be noted that overemphasis on one or more of the elements in the learning process can lead to ineffective and incomplete learning. Experience without reflection does not facilitate learning.