Human Resource Development: From Theory into Practice

Human Resource Development: From Theory into Practice is a comprehensive textbook that covers the fundamentals of HRD theory and practice,as well as cutting-edge topics such as e-learning,hybrid learning,neuroscience and learning,learning ecosystems,and the 'new learning organization science of learning. It is aligned with the CIPD Professional Standards and the CIPDs Level 7 Diploma in Learning and Development,and includes a rich array of research insights,case studies,and examples from a wide range of contexts. It also offers a variety of learning features,such as 'perspectives from practice and 'in their own words,to help bridge the gap between theory and practical application.

Format: Hardback
Length: 488 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2021
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

Combining rigorous theoretical foundations, practical relevance, and pedagogical innovation, Human Resource Development: From Theory to Practice emerges as an indispensable resource for students aspiring to pursue careers in human resource development (HRD), human resource management (HRM), occupational and organizational psychology, and related fields of business management and organization.

Key Features:

• Aligns with the CIPD Professional Standards and the CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Learning and Development.
• Delves into the core fundamentals of HRD theory and practice, as well as emerging topics such as e-learning, 'hybrid learning, neuroscience and learning, 'learning ecosystems, and the 'new learning organization science of learning.
• Adopts a distinctive framework that distinguishes between 'micro-HRD,' which focuses on intricate details, 'meso-HRD,' which examines broader contexts, and 'macro-HRD,' which provides a panoramic view of the larger picture.
• Presents a wealth of research insights, case studies, and examples drawn from diverse real-world contexts.
• Incorporates a range of learning features, including 'perspectives from practice' and 'in their own words,' to facilitate a seamless transition between theory and practical application.

This comprehensive and timely textbook is accompanied by an extensive instructors manual and PowerPoint slides, designed to assist lecturers in effectively delivering their teachings.

Weight: 1108g
Dimension: 198 x 252 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529732139