Understand the key elements of learning and development in the workplace with this bestselling guide which has been specifically designed for CIPD students and early-career L&D professionals.

Clear, accessible and jargon-free, Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace is ideal reading for Foundation and Intermediate CIPD students studying learning and development modules as well as those in their first role as an L&D professional. This book outlines the role of the L&D professional and the skills needed to succeed as well as the organizational context for L&D at work. There is also coverage of how to identify learning needs and design activities to meet these requirements. There is also extended coverage of ;earning delivery including face-to-face and virtual learning, coaching, mentoring, social and collaborative learning. This new edition has been fully updated throughout and now has new coverage of using new learning technologies such as artificial intelligence and extended discussion of how to engage learners and evaluate L&D impact. With real-world examples and activities throughout, this new edition is an indispensable guide for students and new practitioners alike. Full of pedagogical features including activities, real-world examples,, chapter summaries and 'what's next' boxes, this book will allow students to excel in their studies and equip them with everything they need to begin a career in L&D. Online supporting resources include lecture slides and self-test questions.

Online resources: Lecture slides and self-test questions

Autorentext
David Hayden is a Learning Content Manager at the CIPD. He leads on the design and commission of a number of L&D and Organisation Design and Delivery focused products. David began his L&D career after taking responsibility for three Youth Trainees in 1988 as an Operations Manager. He has since worked and headed up, a number of corporate L&D teams and HR functions. David's background has been in distribution, retail, financial and public sector. He was Chair of the South Yorkshire CIPD Branch from 2012 for two years before joining the CIPD as an employee in 2014. David also has a background in Lean and has worked as a Lean Engineer in a number of manufacturing and food organisations. Passionate about learning and exploiting all aspects of CPD, David's style is participative and inclusive. He gained a Masters in Online and Distance Education in 2020.

Klappentext

The essential introduction to learning and development for CIPD students and early-career practitioners. How can new L&D professionals design and deliver impactful learning experiences in today's workplaces? Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace by Kathy Beevers and David Hayden gives Foundation and Intermediate CIPD students, as well as those in L&D roles, the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in both study and practice. Written in a clear, accessible style, the book explains the role of the L&D professional, the organizational context for learning and the skills needed to thrive. It covers how to identify learning needs, design tailored activities and deliver learning through multiple formats, including face-to-face, virtual, coaching, mentoring, informal, social and self-directed learning. Fully updated, this edition adds new content on professional behaviours, facilitation, monitoring and transfer and new learning technologies. Structured learning features include: - Real-world examples to link theory with workplace practice - Reflective activities to consolidate learning - Practitioner insights and 'next step' suggestions to encourage and assist application - Online lecture slides and self-test questions for structured support Whether preparing for a CIPD qualification or beginning a career in L&D, this textbook equips learners with the tools to create engaging, effective and measurable learning experiences.

Inhalt

• • 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;