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Learning agility and its four dimensions are defined, and a research foundation for these dimensions is provided. Previous research on organizations that have successfully aligned learning with factors such as recruiting and talent development is also discussed.
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Gravett, L.S., Caldwell, S.A. (2016). What is Learning Agility?. In: Learning Agility. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-59965-0_1
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