Human Resource Development: Learning, Knowing and Growing - Softcover

Delahaye, Brian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 073461232X ISBN 13: 9780734612328

Publisher: Tilde Publishing and Distribution, 2016

Synopsis

Human Resource Development covers adult learning theories, human resource development and knowledge management while presenting a number of unique models e.g. the Hierarchy of Learning Outcomes, the Interview Pattern, Holistic Adult Learning and on Knowledge Management. In addition, it has a 19 page case study which is referenced two ways – text body to case study and case study to text body. This edition includes a chapter on organizational culture, model linking the major theories of adult learning, and an integrated model describing the process of managing knowledge in an organization. Also included are models - based on new research - on learning in the workplace, on workplace learning, and on work integrated learning. Youth learners, older learners, and the implications of national culture on adult learning are also addressed, as well as e-learning and blended learning. Contents: Chapter 1 – Introduction to HRD, Chapter 2 – Adult learning, Chapter 3 – Individual differences in adult learning, Chapter 4 – An overview of HRD needs investigation, Chapter 5 – Performance appraisal and career development, Chapter 6 – Interviewing and focus groups, Chapter 7 – Design – the two main considerations, Chapter 8 – Other design considerations, Chapter 9 – Implementing the structured learning strategies, Chapter 10 – Implementing the unstructured learning strategies, Chapter 11 – Evaluation, Chapter 12 – Workplace learning, Chapter 13 – Creating and embedding knowledge, Chapter 14 – The management of knowledge, Case Study – Pacific Lifestyle Publishing

About this title

About the Author

Brian Delahaye (PhD, MBA, BBus) is Associate Professor, Adult and Workplace Learning in the School of Professional Studies at the Queensland University of Technology. Prior to taking up this position, he had been a Personnel Manager, Senior Training Officer, Staff Development Officer and an Administration Manager with Telecom Australia as well as a Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management in the School of Management at the Queensland University of Technology.

Brian’s research, including his doctoral thesis, has concentrated on self-directed learning, developing human resource developers, and the management of knowledge capital. He has published over 30 articles in national and international refereed journals and has written numerous text books. He consults widely with commercial, non-profit and government organisations on the management of change, managing knowledge, management development, and human resource development.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tilde Publishing and Distribution
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 073461232X
• ISBN 13: 9780734612328
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 480