The learning styles questionnaire: an alternative to Kolb's inventory?

Article Abstract:

An important consideration in the design of educational programmes is the learning style of students. In the field of management education, Kolb's theory of learning styles has received particular attention. Research has shown, however, that his associated measure, the Learning Style Inventory (LSI), may be of doubtful utility. The present study of British and overseas managers examines the measurement properties of one alternative, Homey and Mumford's Learning Styles Questionnaire (LSQ). The results, calling into question Kolb's theory itself, suggest that the LSQ may be preferred to the LSI on account of the distribution of its scores, its temporal stability and its construct and face validity. Its predictive validity, however, remains in doubt. (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

Learning

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Studies of managerial jobs and behaviour: the ways forward

Article Abstract:

The main achievements and limitations of studies of managerial jobs and behaviour are summarized drawing upon the review articles of Martinko and Gardner (1985) and Hales (1986). Ways forward are explored by developing a map of the field for future studies, which is shown in figure 1. The figure has three aims: to show different areas for research; to help in identifying neglected areas that could be fruitful ways forward; and to show the interrelationship between different aspects of the study and thus to act as a guide for data collection. The main purpose of the article is to be a guide to what can, and what might most fruitfully, be studied, but some suggestions are also made about methods. (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

Behavioral assessment, Job analysis

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