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Employee training and development towards organizational performance.

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  Employee training and development programs indeed play a crucial role in the success of organizations (Jehanzeb and Bashir, 2013) By investing in the continuous learning and skill development of their employees, organizations can reap numerous benefits (Mozael, 2015). Organizations are expecting the maximum efficiency of their human resource to enhance the overall company performance while keeping the competitive edge (Sung and Choi, 2013). Firstly, these programs are essential for enhancing employee; skills and knowledge, ultimately leading to improved productivity and performance. When employees are equipped with the necessary tools and competencies, they are better positioned to contribute effectively to the organization's goals and objectives (Nelson, 2018)      Moreover, training and development initiatives can have a positive impact on company culture. By demonstrating a commitment to employee growth and development, organizations can foster a culture...

Learning and Development (L&D) towards improving the Emotional intelligence of an organization

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  Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in learning and development within organizations. Employees with high emotional intelligence are better able to understand their own emotions and the emotions of others, which can lead to improved communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution in the workplace (Salovey and Grewal, 2005).   In the context of learning and development, emotional intelligence training can help employees develop skills such as self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills. These skills are essential for effective leadership, teamwork, and overall job performance (Côté, 2014). Furthermore, emotional intelligence training can also help employees manage stress, build resilience, and adapt to change more effectively. This can be particularly valuable in fast-paced and dynamic work environments (Imran and Tanveer, 2015). Overall, incorporating emotional intelligence training into learning and development programs can lead to a more...

Transfer of learning process to improve performance and productivity in the workplace.

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  The transfer of learning refers to the application of knowledge, skills, and attitudes acquired in one context to another context. It is essential for organizations to support the transfer of learning, as it ensures that the investment in training and development programmes translates into improved performance and productivity in the workplace ( James & Ladkin, 2004)   Effect of Individual characteristics and workplace features towards the success of the transfer of learning process Individual characteristics, such as motivation, self-efficacy, attitudes, willingness to grow, decision making and learning orientation, can influence the transfer of learning. Workplace features, such as the availability of resources, the quality of feedback, teammates and the organizational culture, also play a role in facilitating or hindering the transfer of learning ( Brion, 2022 ). Factors that affect the transfer of learning ·          Context an...

VAK Learning

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  It is critical to understand which learning style is best employed by learners to acquire knowledge when conducting development and training sessions for personnel in a business. Mulder (2019) defines learning style as "a person's way of learning and absorbing various important information." Everyone in society has unique characteristics, abilities, skills, and capabilities. As a result, it stands to reason that our learning styles differ (Lupton, 2021). The visual, auditory, and kinetic (VAK) learning models are the most straightforward approach to explain and comprehend learning styles. The VAK learning style determines a person's preference or preferred learning style by utilizing the three main sensory receptors (Saleem and Hussain, 2021). Example ; As an example, 3 students in a class may observed the lesson as below.  One should read the material again and again and observe the lesson. And the other one needs listen carefully to observe the lesson. And there’...

Common learning and development methods

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  Employees in learning companies are empowered to tackle challenges individually while also benefiting from the experiences of their colleagues (Ellinger and Bostrom, 1999).  They can share their ideas and insights without fear of being judged, expand their knowledge, and collaborate to achieve common goals. This innovative and free-thinking approach primarily benefits the organization (Avella, Kebritchi, Nunn and Kanai, 2016). An organization that trains as effectively and efficiently as feasible will always excel in today's highly competitive work climate   It is evident that learning has become a competitive component of a business, with an emphasis on process, performance, and employee motivation as the keys to success (Alahassa, 2021). It is critical for the company to discover the learners' inclinations inside the organization as well as the learning method they like to help them comprehend as much as possible (Martin, Kolomitro and Lamb, 2014). There are seve...

Incorporating Learning & Development in an Organization

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    Methods of Incorporating Learning and development One of the key methods to incorporate learning and development into the organization is through training and development programs. These programs can be tailored to the specific needs and levels of employees, providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs effectively. This can include technical skills training, leadership development, and soft skills training (Gilaninia, Rankouh and Gildeh, 2013). Another method is through mentorship and coaching programs, where experienced employees can pass on their knowledge and skills to less experienced employees. This not only helps in the transfer of knowledge but also helps in building a strong and supportive organizational culture (Gubler, Larkin and Pierce, 2018) Additionally, the organization can also invest in continuous learning opportunities such as workshops, seminars, and conferences to keep employees updated with the latest industry trends and ...

Building Learning organizations and professional learning

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  Learning organization In a learning organization, there is a culture of openness, trust, and transparency, where individuals are encouraged to share their ideas, take risks, and learn from their mistakes. There is a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, and the organization is constantly adapting to changes in the external environment (Senge, 1990).   Facilitators of learning Leaders in learning organizations are facilitators of learning, rather than just managers or decision-makers. They encourage and support their employees in their learning and development, and they are open to new ideas and perspectives. They also promote a shared vision and purpose, and they align the organization's goals with the personal and professional goals of its members (Pedler, Burgoyne and Boydell, 1996). Learning organizations also emphasize the importance of knowledge sharing and collaboration. They create opportunities for employees to learn from each other, and they promote a cult...

Employee Growth through learning and Development

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  What is Learning and Development? L earning and development can be identified as a systematic process which supports to enhance the performance of the employees in an organization in terms of knowledge, skills, experience, decision making and leadership (Vulpen, 2016). Employees are key concern for a company to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, marinating a workforce which encompasses with the necessary knowledge and skills to drive the business will positively impact to achieve the long-term success and business objectives (Mozael, 2015). Primary goal of this learning and development process is to improve or change the behavior of individual or group of individuals to help them to enhance their current performance level and enable them to bring the best out of them in terms of knowledge, skills, attitudes and thinking patterns as to be more efficient and effective to their own as well as others (Lievens, 2011). Importance of Learning and development for organizations. ...