...Heather Jane Short; Andreas Wallo; Eduardo Tomé Purpose This paper aims to examine how governments supported learning in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Focusing on the UK, Sweden and Portugal, it explores the extent to which crisis-response...

...Shrikant Prabhakar Wavre; Sunaina Kuknor Purpose This paper aims to propose a learning engagement index ( LEI ) to strengthen learners’ ownership of engagement in facilitator-led virtual learning sessions. Design/methodology/approach This study used a mixed-method design including literature...

...Paul Lyons; Randall Bandura Purpose The purpose of this paper aimed primarily at the practitioner is to offer foundational information regarding reciprocal-reflective approach to learning (RRAL). Presentation and explanation include conceptual and theory grounding of the processes to be initiated...

... to establish the importance of education and training in enhancing opportunity recognition. Experiential learning is at the forefront of education methods used to improve prior knowledge and experience that directly impact the ability to recognize entrepreneurial opportunities. Practical implications...

... and categorize the existing VHRD research. Findings The results indicated three major themes, namely, VHRD and socialization, VHRD and learning and VHRD and the psychological characteristics of the work environment. In addition, a new conceptual model was developed based on the findings. Research...

...Muhammad Saifullah Khalid; Qi Zhanyong; Jannat Bibi Purpose This study aims to assess the socio-cognitive transformation and subject knowledge development of international students studying in China's universities with diverse learning environment. Design/methodology/approach The data...

... the processes used in this large-scale organizational change as impacted by the national cultural dimensions of Myanmar and the social learning experienced by the participants. Learning about organization development and change and sharing that learning in the organization by its members who participated...

... and KS in a single study. Social media Learning Job satisfaction Knowledge sharing Bridging social capital Social networking sites use The effective management of knowledge is the most crucial challenge faced by modern organizations and their managers. A large part of this knowledge...

... is essential in an online learning environment. Engaging online instructors challenge and encourage learners to spare more academic effort, use techniques to improve engagement and involve and care about learners. Research limitations/implications Instructors’ roles in shaping online learning...

...; and balance. © Emerald Publishing Limited 2018 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Competences Learning Employability Age Innovative work behaviour Small- and medium-sized enterprises Successful innovation is crucial in economic development (Autio et al...

...Eva Schürmann; Simon Beausaert Purpose – The topic of informal learning at work has received increasing attention in the past years. The purpose of this study is to explore in which informal learning activities employees engage and what are the drivers for informal learning. Design...

...Giovanni De Zan; Alberto Felice De Toni; Andrea Fornasier; Cinzia Battistella Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present a methodology to assess the experiential learning processes of learning lean in an innovative learning environment: the lean model factories. Design/methodology...

...Sue Lancaster; Lee Di Milia Purpose – This paper aims to describe the forms of organisational support that employees perceived as helpful to support their learning. This study aims to explore how organisational support is distinct from other kinds of learning support. Design/methodology...

...Fiona Robson; Sharon Mavin Purpose – This paper aims to analyse individual experiences of learning evaluation in UK Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and identify areas for improvement as part of an HEFCE LGM funded project. Design/methodology/approach – Eight focus groups were included...

...Prof. Maura Sheehan; Mark N.K. Saunders; David E. Gray; Harshita Goregaokar Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the literature on innovation and entrepreneurial learning by exploring how SMEs learn and innovate, how they use both formal and informal learning and in particular...

...Russell Warhurst Purpose This article aims to show how in times of austerity when formal HRD activity is curtailed and yet the need for learning is greatest, non‐formal learning methods such as workplace involvement and participation initiated by line managers can compensate by enabling...

...Maria Cseh; Elizabeth B. Davis; Shaista E. Khilji Purpose The purpose of this qualitative research study was to explore the requirements of leading in a global environment as perceived by the leaders participating in this study as well as the way these leaders learn and develop their global...

...Jan Rae Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the extent to which forum theatre interventions can support non-hierarchical approaches to learning, development and change management initiatives in organisations. Design/methodology/approach – Semi-structured interviews were...

...Roland K. Yeo; Jessica Li Purpose – The aim of this paper is to explore how employees make sense of their work context and its influence on their learning orientation to improve their quality of work life. Design/methodology/approach – Qualitative data drawn from a dynamic online discussion...

...Jun Hee Kim; Jamie L. Callahan Purpose – This article aims to develop a conceptual framework delineating the key dimension of the learning organization which significantly influences learning transfer. Design/methodology/approach – The conceptual framework was developed by analyzing...