Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace / Edition 4

by Kathy Beevers, Andrew Rea, David Hayden

Overview

Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace is the ideal textbook for anyone studying CIPD L&D qualifications and apprenticeships at Level 3 or Level 5, as well as for practitioners new to an L&D role.

This book covers what is required of an L&D professional and how to meet and exceed these expectations, how to align L&D activity with organisational strategy and, crucially, how to identify learning needs and design effective L&D practice.

This new edition of Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace has been fully updated, reflecting the new CIPD Profession Map, and now has dedicated chapters on the different approaches to learning delivery, including face-to-face training and facilitation, technology-based learning, coaching, mentoring and social and collaborative learning. There is also expert guidance on learner engagement including insights from neuroscience and psychology, as well as advice on evaluating the impact of L&D. With case studies, activities and examples throughout, this new edition is an indispensable guide for students and new practitioners alike. Online supporting resources include lecture slides, annotated web links and self-test questions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780749498412
Publisher:	Kogan Page, Ltd.
Publication date:	11/26/2019
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	7.48(w) x 9.69(h) x 0.71(d)

About the Author

Kathy Beevers, Chartered FCIPD, is a qualified trainer, coach and author. She runs a learning and qualifications consultancy, Lightbulb Learning Ltd, and is also the Chief External Quality Advisor (CEQA) for CIPD.

Andrew Rea, Affiliate MCIPD, is a trainer, coach and facilitator with a background in management. He works with a range of organisations, creating and facilitating L&D initiatives, and has contributed to several L&D textbooks.

David Hayden, Chartered FCIPD, is the L&D Digital Learning Portfolio Manager at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). He has been working with CIPD qualifications since 2007.

Table of Contents

** Chapter - 00: How to use this book; ** Chapter - 01: The L&D professional; ** Chapter - 02: The organisational context; ** Chapter - 03: Identifying learning and development needs; ** Chapter - 04: Designing learning and development activities; ** Chapter - 05: Delivery - Face-to-face training and facilitation; ** Chapter - 06: Delivery - Using technology; ** Chapter - 07: Delivery - Coaching and mentoring; ** Chapter - 08: Delivery - Social and collaborative learning; ** Chapter - 09: Engaging learners; ** Chapter - 10: Evaluating impact;

Editorial Reviews

"The authors have provided comprehensive coverage of the field that will prove invaluable to those undertaking CIPD L&D qualifications. They have also incorporated key emerging topics that are shaping L&D, making it an essential tool for both students and practitioners alike."

Heather Watson

"The third edition gives broad and valid insights into current L&D practice from two leading authors in their field. The book offers contemporary theory and practice with reflective activities to embed learning and develop new understanding and thinking at practitioner level. A must-have for Foundation-level learners!"

Kevin Haslam