Search Results - subject:"Workplace Learning"

Learning and Development

Harrison, Rosemary - In: Human Resource Management International Digest 14 (2006) 4

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Learning and Development

Cattell, Alan - In: Industrial and Commercial Training 38 (2006) 1, pp. 53-54

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Learning that lasts

Turner, Ernie - In: Industrial and Commercial Training 38 (2006) 3, pp. 137-142

Purpose – This paper sets out to identify key learning principles and practices that promote transformative learning based on LIM's action reflection learning (ARL) experience over the past 20 years. Design/methodology/approach – These key learning principles and practices are introduced one...

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Key steps to implementing a successful blended learning strategy

Baldwin‐Evans, Kay - In: Industrial and Commercial Training 38 (2006) 3, pp. 156-163

Purpose – This paper proposes to illustrate how organisations can successfully establish a blended learning environment. Design/methodology/approach – Provides a structure for combining formal and informal learning resources within a blended learning model and outlines the eight key steps...

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Reflections on leadership

Turner, Graham; Teare, Richard - In: International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management 18 (2006) 6, pp. 519-523

Purpose – To provide experience‐based reflections on building, sustaining and leading a successful international travel business. Design/methodology/approach – The approach of the paper is based on an interview with the co‐founder and executive chairman of Flight Centre Limited. Findings...

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One life to live : A business viewpoint and book review

Collis, Jack; Teare, Richard - In: International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management 18 (2006) 6, pp. 524-526

Purpose – Provides experience‐based reflections on the dual challenge of learning and leading that tends to characterize inspirational and effective leadership. Design/methodology/approach – The paper is an interview and a review. Findings – Contains practical insights on the tasks of...

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Managers as learning facilitators in small manufacturing firms

Coetzer, Alan - In: Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development 13 (2006) 3, pp. 351-362

unintended positive “side effects” on informal workplace learning. Research limitations/implications – Several questions are in … ensure that these characteristics support informal workplace learning through provision of learning opportunities, support … strengthen informal workplace learning. They should view fostering learning as a priority action. Originality/value – The paper …

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Samsung designs an innovative future : How creative talent is being used to keep companies competitive

In: Strategic Direction 21 (2005) 11, pp. 25-28

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the...

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The new improvement frontier : Developing lean administration

In: Strategic Direction 21 (2005) 11, pp. 33-35

Purpose – Reviews the latest theories on process efficiency. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer. Findings – Shows the progress of lean processes in areas outside manufacturing. Originality/value – Highlights some advantages to “lean...

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ROI on a shoestring: evaluation strategies for resource‐constrained environments or ROI on a shoestring : Measuring more with less (part II)

Burkett, Holly - In: Industrial and Commercial Training 37 (2005) 2, pp. 97-105

Purpose – Despite heightened interest in return‐on‐investment (ROI) and increased accountability for training professionals to prove their bottom‐line organizational value, many practitioners are deterred from comprehensive measurement and ROI evaluation due to concerns about the cost,...

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