Action Learning Ground Rules

When you are running an action learning set it critical that set members develop a set of action learning ground rules which specify the way they will work together. Establishing these at the outset gives the set clear and agreed guidelines to work to. It is important that the group takes ownership of the ground rules so must be involved in formulating them themselves rather than having them imposed upon them. However it can be helpful to give examples of typical ground rules to help start the thought process. Here are some examples that you might use:

• Confidentiality – i.e. what is discussed will be kept within the set members and discussed outside of the set. What are the boundaries of confidentiality?
• Punctuality – agree what is acceptable in terms of punctuality for the sessions
• Attendance – what is expected in terms of attendance at sessions. What apologies should be given and how much notice should be given
• Minimum number of set members – what is the minimum number of people required for a set to take place?
• Listening – each member has air time whilst other members listen

Although these are described as Ground Rules they may be applied to any group problem-solving scenario where groups will be required to work together.

Further Reading
The Action Learning Handbook: Powerful Techniques for Education, Professional Development and Training by Anne Brockbank and Ian McGill (Paperback - 6 Nov 2003)

Action Learning: A Practical Guide for Managers by Krystyna Weinstein (Paperback - 16 Nov 1998)

See Also:-

Action Learning And Group Coaching
Action Learning
Action Learning Model
Action Learning Principles
Action Learning Skills
Role Of Action Learning Facilitator
The Ideal Number Of Members In An Action Learning Set?
Lifetime Of An Action Learning Set
Action Learning Frequently Asked Questions
Business Mastermind Groups
Business Mastermind Model

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