Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Business and Law

School: Business

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• Unit Title

  Workplace Learning

• Unit Code

  MAN3655

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  Online

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Description

In this unit students will be given the opportunity to develop a broad view of the complexity of designing work-related learning to support the achievement of organisational goals. The unit introduces the basic concepts and theories of workplace learning and training and asks students' to apply some of these concepts to workplace issues and to participate in simulated training delivery. This unit encourages students to construct their own concepts of workplace learning, and assess their own skills for managing learning at work. The student will complete the unit by constructing learning programmes and experiencing programme delivery.

Prerequisite Rule

(Students must pass 1 units from MAN2120, MAN2172 AND Students must pass 1 units from MAN2145)

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded MAN3355

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Compare and contrast the three major learning theories.
2. Conduct a planned training session for a specified learning need.
3. Interpret and apply the training cycle to a business problem.
4. Justify the need for and importance of, learning and development to support the achievement of organisational goals.
5. Produce a training manual based on relevant and appropriate learning design priniciples.

Unit Content

1. Strategy and aligning learning.
2. Management learning and development
3. Learning theory, instructional and facilitation principles.
4. Prioritising learning needs and evaluating learning activity.
5. Workplace learning delivery options, roles and resources.
6. Developing relevant learning programmes and plans.
7. Designing learning activities.
8. Facilitating learning activities.
9. Evaluating learning activities.
10. Formal, informal and incidental learning

Additional Learning Experience Information

On-campus students attend a weekly interactive three hour seminar. The seminar will include lectures, small group activities and role plays. Students are encouraged to develop training delivery skills through a range of practical activities. The teaching and learning approach in this unit is enhanced through in-class discussions, where the skills of working effectively with others (specifically team working, task collaboration and working productively with people from diverse cultures), communicating effectively, critical appraisal and the ability to generate ideas are emphasised. Students are required to complete individual and group assessments which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), critical analysis (depth of thought, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources, and industry relevance. Regular online access is required. Off-campus students are provided with electronic information and online activities to mirror the on-campus experience. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard and a purpose developed website. Online activities delivered via discussion board provides students with opportunities to discuss critical aspects for the content in greater detail. Students are required to complete assessments which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), critical analysis (depth of thought, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources and industry relevance. Regular online access is required.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• Watkins, R. (2012). A guide to assessing needs: Essential tools for collecting information, making decisions, and achieving development results. Washington: World Bank Publications.
• Silberman, M. (2011). Active training: A handbook of techniques, designs, case examples, and tips (3rd ed.). Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
• Noe, R.A. (2010). Employee training and development: For Australia and New Zealand. New York: McGraw-Hill Irwin.
• Merriam, S. B. (2010). Third update on adult learning theory: New directions for adult and continuing education. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
• Lawson, K. (2009). The trainer's handbook (Updated ed.). San Francisco, CA: Pfeiffer.
• Kowzlowski, S. W. J., & Salas, E. (Eds.) (2010). Learning, training and development in organizations. New York: Routledge.
• Kirkpatrick, D.L. (2007). Implementing the four levels: A practical guide for effective evaluation of training programs. San Francisco: Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
• Galbraith, M. W. (2004). Adult learning methods: A guide for effective instruction (3rd ed.). Malabar, FL: Kreiger Pub. Co.
• Delahaye, B. (2011). Human resource development: Managing learning and knowledge capital (3rd ed.). Prahan, VIC: Tilde University Press.
• Buckley, R. & Caples, J. (2007). The theory & practice of training. London: Kogan Page.
• Bray, T. (2006). The training design: manual: The complete practical guide to creating effective and successful training programmes. London: Kogan Page.
• Armitage, A. (2012). Teaching and training in lifelong learning (4th ed.). Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Education.
• American Society for Training & Development. (2010). ASTD handbook for measuring and evaluating training. Alexandria, USA: American Society for Training & Development.
• ^ Lawlor, D.R., & Tovey, M.D. (2011). Training in Australia (4th. ed.). Frenchs Forest: Pearson Education Australia.

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