Armstrong''s Handbook of Learning and Development - A Guide to the Theory and Practice of L&d

This brand-new book from HRM expert and bestselling author, Michael Armstrong, is an ideal companion for those studying learning and development (L&D) at third year undergraduate and postgraduate level as well as practitioners in L&D roles in the workplace.

Armstrong's Handbook of Learning and Development provides an essential grounding in L&D theory including the components of L&D, the distinction between L&D and training, the relationship of L&D to human resources and knowledge management as well as coverage of the role of an L&D practitioner. In addition, this book covers emerging areas of learning such as digital, social and workplace learning as well as some of the latest developments including micro, connected and personalized learning as well as earning experiences. There is also coverage of how to use AI, gamification and curation to support learning and how to host both online and offline learning events.

Supported by case studies and examples to put the theory in context, reflective exercises to consolidate learning and further reading suggestions to broaden knowledge and engagement with the topic, Armstrong's Handbook of Learning and Development is crucial reading for academic success. The final part of the book includes additional aspects of L&D including apprenticeships, leadership development and personal and interpersonal skills development. Online resources include lecture slides for every chapter, a lecturer manual and student manual.

List of contents

• • Chapter - 00: Introduction;
• Section - ONE: Fundamentals of learning and development;
• • Chapter - 01: The basis of learning and development;
  • Chapter - 02: The context of learning and development;
  • Chapter - 03: Learning culture;
  • Chapter - 04: Organizational learning and the learning organization;
  • Chapter - 05: Individual learning;
  • Chapter - 06: Learning and development strategy;
  • Chapter - 07: The contribution of learning and development to organizational performance;
  • Chapter - 08: Learning analytics;
• Section - TWO: The responsibility for learning and development;
• • Chapter - 09: The role of the learning and development function;
  • Chapter - 10: The role of the line manager;
• Section - THREE: The process of learning;
• • Chapter - 11: The nature of learning;
  • Chapter - 12: Approaches to learning and development;
  • Chapter - 13: Learning and development techniques;
• Section - FOUR: Areas of learning;
• • Chapter - 14: Workplace learning;
  • Chapter - 15: Social learning;
  • Chapter - 16: Digital learning;
  • Chapter - 17: Training;
• Section - FIVE: Planning and delivering learning events;
• • Chapter - 18: Identifying learning needs;
  • Chapter - 19: Planning learning events;
  • Chapter - 20: Managing learning events;
  • Chapter - 21: Transferring learning;
  • Chapter - 22: Evaluating learning events;
• Section - SIX: Aspects of learning and development;
• • Chapter - 23: Leadership and management development;
  • Chapter - 24: Sales training;
  • Chapter - 25: Apprenticeships;
• Section - SEVEN: Conclusion;
• • Chapter - 26: Learning and development trends and issues

About the author

Michael Armstrong is the UK's bestselling author of Human Resource Management books including Armstrong's Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, Armstrong's Handbook of Strategic Human Resource Management, Armstrong's Handbook of Reward Management Practice and Armstrong's Handbook of Performance Management and several other titles published by Kogan Page. His books have sold over a million copies and have been translated into twenty-one languages.

Michael Armstrong is a Companion and former Chief Examiner of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), a managing partner of E-Reward and an independent management consultant. Prior to this he was an HR director of a publishing company. He is based in London, UK.

Summary

Gain a complete understanding of the theory and practice of L&D for students and practitioners alike covering the fundamentals of learning and development, new developments, learning cultures and strategic L&D.

Report

"This book is both thought-provoking and academically astute; it explores various emerging areas within learning and development concisely and clearly. Armstrong is able to bring theory to life, helping readers to develop their own understanding of critical HR practice." Rebecca Huws, Human Resources Lecture/ CIPD Programme Lead, Cardiff and Vale College

Product details

• Authors: Michael Armstrong, Armstrong Michael
• Publisher: Kogan Page
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2021
• EAN: 9781398601888
• ISBN: 978-1-398-60188-8
• No. of pages: 344
• Subjects: Guides > Law, job, finance; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Training, Personnel & human resources management, Personnel and human resources management