adaptive learning

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An orientation to learning

System and organisational goals provide the focus for learning. However, it is the underpinning organisational structures and processes that determine opportunities for learning and its role in decision making.

Devolved management structures

Hierarchical, command-and-control organisational structures are not conducive to effective adaptive learning within dynamic and complex systems. Devolved management structures based on trust, openness, cooperation and respect can enhance self-organising processes.

What are we learning for?

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The coastal zone is valued by many communities who rely on these diverse systems to meet fundamental needs and established ways of life. Located in the dynamic and transitional space between the marine and terrestrial ecosystems, the coastal zone is one of the most biologically productive ecosystems directly supporting the nutritional needs of many communities and indirectly supporting many others through contributions to marine and terrestrial ecosystems.

What is adaptive learning?

Adaptive learning draws on organisational learning, sustainability learning and adaptive management to institutionalise responsive learning processes for improved integrated coastal zone management (ICZM). As with most reflective learning practices, the processes of adaptive learning are cyclic and incremental with each stage providing the foundation for the next.

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Davidson-Hunt I.J.. 2006. Adaptive learning networks: Developing resource management knowledge through social learning forums.. Human Ecology. 34(4)

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Explores adaptive learning networks as a means of developing resource management knowledge through the vehicle of social learning

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Lal P., Lim-Applegate H., Scoccimarro M.. 2001. The adaptive decision-making process as a tool for integrated natural resource management: focus, attitudes, and approach. Conservation Ecology. 5(2)

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Presents an adaptive decision-making process (ADMP), illustrating its application in two natural resources management case studies.

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Smith T.F., Carter R.W., Thomsen D.C., Mayes G., Nursey-Bray M., Whisson G., Jones R., Dovers S., O'Toole K.. 2009. Enhancing science impact in the coastal zone through adaptive learning. Journal of Coastal Research. Special Issue 56

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To present the foundations of a collaborative effort toward enhancing science impact in the coastal zone through adaptive learning.

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