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Behaviourism
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Semi-permanent change in behaviour resulting from the application of positive and negative reinforcements
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Cognitivism
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The process of absorbing, storing and retrieving learning in the brain through the creation, amendment and structuring of mental schemas
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Development
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A range of activities leading to the gradual unfolding or growth of an individual and the enhancement of knowledge, skills and experiences over the long term
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Education
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The acquisition of knowledge, skills and experience through a period of sustained study, often leading to a qualification
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Evaluation
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Establishing the intended and unintended outcomes of learning and development activities and assessing whether the benefits justify the investment
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Experiential learning
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The cyclical process of making meaning through reflection and experience
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Human resource development (HRD)
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The provision of learning, development and training opportunities to improve individual, team, organizational and societal effectiveness
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Learning
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A range of formal, informal or incidental activities leading to a semi-permanent or permanent change in behaviour which can contribute to individual, team, organizational and societal effectiveness
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Strategic human resource development (SHRD)
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Learning activities focused on individuals, teams and organizations and aimed at enhancing the alignment of human resources with the strategic goals of the organization
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The learning organization
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An organization focused on building a learning culture and integrating learning across all levels, systems and employees of the organization
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Training
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The process of acquiring the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform a role effectively
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