Creating an Emotional Intelligence Community of Practice: A Case Study for Academic Libraries |
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| Authors: | Christina H Gola Lisa Martin |
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| Institution: | 1. Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX, USA chgola@uh.edu;3. Coordinator of Outreach, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX, USA |
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| Abstract: | Abstract Using Etienne Wenger’s concept of a community of practice, UH Libraries’ Liaison Services Department developed departmental members’ emotional intelligence. The social learning structure of the community of practice mirrors the emotional intelligence learning model theorized by Daniel Goleman. This case study demonstrates how this approach can benefit a unit within an academic library. Using a community of practice approach to build a space for social learning creates an environment in which library workers are able to learn and practice the skills of emotional intelligence among their colleagues and within the context of the norms and values of the work environment. |
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| Keywords: | Emotional intelligence community of practice academic libraries team effectiveness |
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