Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace

Product Description
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. It 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.
About the Author
Kathy Beevers, Chartered FCIPD, is a qualified trainer, coach and author. She runs a learning andqualifications consultancy, Lightbulb Learning Ltd, where she works with individuals and organisationsto develop skills and knowledge, as well as design ways of capturing and accrediting learning. She isalso the Chief External Quality Advisor (CEQA) for CIPD.\nAndrew Rea, Affiliate MCIPD, is a trainer, coach and facilitator based in the UK with a background in management.\nDavid Hayden, Chartered FCIPD, is the L&D Digital Learning Portfolio Manage at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). He has been working with CIPD qualifications since 2007, working with L&D students across the globe.