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Training and Development, 1st edition

Published by Pearson Canada (October 11, 2021) © 2022

  • Ian Anderson Algonquin College

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Training and Development, First Edition intends to help students get the most out of their study of training and development through the following pedagogy: 

  • critical thinking
  • understanding of the research and theory
  • illustrative examples that connect to students' life experiences
  • current and relevant practical applications

Hallmark features of this title

  • Diversity Matters looks at the very important issue of diversity and inclusion and how organizations are using training and development to build more diverse and inclusive workplaces.
  • And the Survey Says . . .provides relevant Canadian and global data to help students understand business metrics and the Canadian significance of various training and development topics.
  • Tips for Trainers provide “take-aways” from the chapter— things that current and future trainers can start to put into action right now, based on what they have learned in the chapter.
  • Technology and the Trainer looks at the impact technology has on trainers.

Important Digital Assets in Pearson eText

  • 2023 updates added to the following topics: Hybrid Remote Work, Collaborative Learning Cultures, CPHR Canada's New Competency Framework, Training the Trainer, and DEI Training. New topics added include Hybrid Delivery and the Metaverse.
  • There are more than 30 interactives throughout the text to provide a hands-on approach to learning.
  • New Ametros Learning Simulation: Training and Development - The Human Resources Simulation on Training and Development provides students with a risk-free experiential setting to practise and apply theory while developing the skills they need to be successful in the workplace. This new Training and Development simulation can be added to your course at no cost to you or your students. Contact your Pearson sales rep if you are interested in implementing the Ametros simulation for your course.
  1. Strategic Considerations
  2. Organizational Learning
  3. Needs Analysis
  4. Training Design
  5. Traditional Training Methods
  6. Technology-based training methods
  7. Transfer of Training
  8. Training Delivery
  9. Training Evaluation
  10. Employee, Leadership, and Career Development
  11. Managing Diversity, Ethics, and Corporate Social Responsibility
  12. The Future of Training and Development

IAN ANDERSON received his Master of Business Administration in Innovation Leadership from the University of Fredericton. Ian holds the Certified Changed Management Professional (ProSci), Registered Professional Trainer, Registered Professional Recruiter, and Certified Association Executive (C.A.E.) designations. Before commencing his college teaching career, he was the director of human resources for a large Ottawa based IT company. Ian is also a human resources and management consultant with AMCES (Association Management, Consulting & Educational Services) and has been actively consulting for more than 25 years. At Algonquin College, Ian is a professor in human resources, management, and leadership, and he coaches and mentors students in various competitions.

In his spare time, Ian enjoys coaching Special Olympics and volunteering with his dearest charity, the Capital City Condors. He has coached competitive and recreational hockey and soccer for more than 20 years. As a sommelier, he provides tutored tastings and wine and scotch education. Ian's parents, Bob and Katharine, are from the Niagara area.

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