Organizational Learning: From World Class Theories to Global Best Prac tices starts with a review of significant learning theory and research accomplished over the past 20 years. This research is integrated into an action-centered theory of organizational learning. The book then e xplores in depth the Organizational Learning System Model developed by David Schwandt that has been applied in a variety of public and priva te organizations. Recognizing that companies now work with multicultur al groups in a global marketplace, the authors also examine cultural i mplications of the Model.