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Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace

The Complete Guide
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Clear, accessible and jargon-free, Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace has been specifically designed for Foundation and Intermediate CIPD students studying learning and development modules as well as those in their first role as an L&D professional. This book outlines the role of the L&D... Read More
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Understand the key elements of learning and development in the workplace with this essential book which has been specifically designed for CIPD students and early-career L&D professionals.

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Clear, accessible and jargon-free, Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace has been specifically designed for Foundation and Intermediate CIPD students studying learning and development modules as well as those in their first role as an L&D professional.

This book outlines the role of the L&D professional and the skills needed to succeed, as well as the organisational context for L&D at work. It covers how to identify learning needs and design activities to meet these requirements. There is also extended coverage of learning delivery, including face-to-face and virtual learning, coaching, mentoring, social and collaborative learning.

This new edition has been fully updated throughout and now includes coverage of new learning technologies such as artificial intelligence, along with an extended discussion on how to engage learners and evaluate L&D impact.

With real-world examples and activities throughout, this new edition is an indispensable guide for students and new practitioners alike. Full of pedagogical features including activities, chapter summaries and 'what's next' boxes, this book will allow students to excel in their studies and equip them with everything they need to begin a career in L&D.

Online supporting resources include lecture slides and self-test questions.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398621893

Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Kogan Page Ltd

Edition: 5th Revised edition

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 360

About the Author

Kathy Beevers, Chartered FCIPD, is a qualified trainer, coach and author and is the Chief External Quality Advisor (CEQA) for CIPD. She is based in Halifax, UK. David Hayden, Chartered FCIPD, is the founder of Talents Drivers, an L&D consultancy. He was previously a Learning Content Manager at CIPD and has been working with CIPD qualifications for more than 15 years. He is based in Doncaster, UK.

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