- Is part of the CIPD-endorsed HR Fundamentals series of succinct, practical guides for those in the early stages of HR
- Uses practical tools, assessments and real-life examples to build knowledge and skills to implement a successful L&D strategy
- New to this edition: new material on the latest trends and developments in the field, such as e-learning, gamification and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), as well as new content on learning measurement and additional international case studies
- Online resources: video clips from L&D specialists, an annotated bibliography including links to additional materials, extended case studies and self-evaluation materials to support understanding and capability building
Learning and Development
A Practical Introduction
Gain the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to plan and implement an effective L&D strategy with this essential guide from the HR Fundamentals series.
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EAN: 9780749483494
Edition: 2
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Format: 233x156
264 pages
About the book
In today's complex, uncertain and ambiguous business environment, it is essential to develop a workforce's capabilities, skills and competencies to ensure continued organizational success. Learning and Development is a practical guide to the fundamental principles of designing and delivering training and L&D programmes effectively in any size of organization. It demonstrates how to link learning to strategic business goals and explores both the benefits and complexities associated with L&D. Using a combination of practical diagnostic tools, scenarios and case studies, this essential introduction builds knowledge in areas including identifying L&D needs, selecting the most appropriate types of intervention and the processes of measurement and evaluation.
This updated second edition of Learning and Development covers the latest trends and developments in the field, such as e-learning, gamification and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), as well as new material on learning measurement and additional international case studies. Online resources include extended case studies, an annotated literature review and self-evaluation tools to support readers in understanding where they are and how to develop their capabilities.
The HR Fundamentals are a series of succinct, practical guides for students and those in the early stages of their HR careers. They are endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the UK professional body for HR and people development, which has over 145,000 members worldwide.
About the authors
Rebecca Page-Tickell is a senior lecturer in Work Based Learning at the University of East London. A Principal Practitioner with the Association for Business Psychology, she has a particular expertise in self-managed learning, 70-20-10 delivery of L&D and providing coaching to senior managers and directors. She previously held a number of senior L&D and HR management positions across a variety of industries and in multinational corporations. She also authors educational materials for delivery face-to-face, on-line and in blended learning.
This book is a helpful resource for the L&D professional seeking to integrate L&D into broader HRM strategies to support recruitment, retention, reward and diversity.
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