ALARA Monograph 5 Action Research Engagement Creating the Foundation for Organizational Change - Softcover

Rowe, Wendy; Graf, Marie; Agger-Gupta, Niels

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0648758648 ISBN 13: 9780648758648

Publisher: Action Learning, Action Research Association, 2020

Synopsis

The Action Research Engagement model (ARE) describes principles and implementation steps
of an initiative that helps organizational stakeholders increase their engagement and 'readiness'
for the change phase of action research. ARE is a cyclical process of inquiry, dialogue and
deliberation that aims to lead organizational members to: shift in attitudes toward change; open
understanding of different points of view on issues and opportunities for change; identify
potential approaches to challenges and barriers; generate vision/goals, strategies and actions;
and lead to viable action plans for sustainable change. This preparatory ARE model is based on
theoretical premises about the role of dialogue and participation in inquiry processes in
generating engagement, commitment and 'readiness' for change-all of which are necessary
and foundational to a successful change intervention. Two case studies illustrate the ARE
model and processes.

Edition details

• Publisher: Action Learning, Action Research Association
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0648758648
• ISBN 13: 9780648758648
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 46