ABSTRACT

Learning in Organizations: An Evidence-Based Approach examines the variety of systematic approaches and strategies for learning and development used in the workplace through the implementation of formal training, guided instruction, developmental job experiences, and self-directed learning.

The hallmark of Learning in Organizations is an emphasis on research evidence of what is and is not known about learning and learning strategies and the translation of that evidence to guide best practices in workplace learning and development. The book features evidence on learning principles, new learning technologies, and strategies for developing individual, team, and leadership capabilities. The content of the chapters is enhanced by the inclusion of key learning goals for each chapter, case studies, chapter summaries, best practice recommendations, and a hands-on project for use in the classroom.

Learning in Organizations provides researchers with a detailed investigation of learning practices to help drive future research. For learning practitioners, research evidence is translated into best practices that can be applied to enhance workplace learning and development. For undergraduate and graduate students, the book provides an up-to-date review of the key concepts and ways of thinking about and studying learning in the workplace.

part I|50 pages

Foundations

chapter Chapter 1|25 pages

The Learning Enterprise

chapter Chapter 2|23 pages

Learning about Learning

part II|155 pages

A Systematic Approach

chapter Chapter 3|30 pages

Assessing Learning Needs

chapter Chapter 4|25 pages

Designing a Learning Plan

chapter Chapter 5|32 pages

Learning Transfer

chapter Chapter 6|33 pages

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

chapter Chapter 7|33 pages

Instructional Approaches and Learning Technologies

part III|122 pages

Learning Strategies

chapter Chapter 8|27 pages

Building Individual Capabilities

chapter Chapter 9|29 pages

Team Learning and Development

chapter Chapter 10|33 pages

Developing Leaders

chapter Chapter 11|31 pages

Organizational and Societal Issues