The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment) of this there will be 36 hours of class support and 114 hours of independent and self directed study.

Learning support material will be provided for the module

24 hours of formal lectures/large group activity and 12 hours of tutorials.

To understand and apply a range of learning theories, concepts and approaches in order to build and manage effective learning environments and processes. In particular, the following:

Collaboration in building knowledge-productive environments
Collaborative processes to support creativity and innovation
Organisational roles, structures and networks to support learning and the management of knowledge.
The relationship between learning and performance
Processes and resources that facilitate learning and support learners
The importance of integrating learning with working
The assessment of learning
The contribution of communications and information technology to individual and organisational learning.
The contribution of organisational learning and knowledge management to the achievement of organisational objectives.
Contemporary and future issues in the learning environment

A 2000 word assignment - 100% (Tests All Learning Outcomes)

Libraries
Module website
Lecture notes and handouts
The Internet

Harrison, H and Kessel, J. (2004) 'HR in a Knowledge Economy: An Organisational View' Palgrave/Macmillan. Basingstoke.
Reid, M.A., Barrington, H, and Brown, M. (2004) 'Human Resource Development: Beyond Training Interventions' 7th Edition. London. CIPD.
(ISBN 1843980134)