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Identity as a Foundation for Human Resource Development book cover

1st Edition

Identity as a Foundation for Human Resource Development

Edited By Kate Black, Russell Warhurst, Sandra Corlett Copyright 2018
288 Pages
by Routledge

288 Pages
by Routledge

288 Pages
by Routledge
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Human Resource Development (HRD) involves the design, delivery and evaluation of learning and/or training interventions within organisations to improve the work performance of individuals and groups. This edited collection will demonstrate the potential of identity theorising for problematizing and reconceptualising HRD activities. Identity will thus be established as a foundation for enhancing... Read more

1. Introduction: HRD – In search of identity



Russell Warhurst, Kate Black and Sandra Corlett





PART 1 : Theoretical Lenses





2. Identity as a Foundation for Human Resource Development (HRD)



Peter McInnes, Sandra Corlett, Christine Coupland, Jerry Hallier and Juliette Summers





3. Subjectivity and Human Resource Development: A Quest for Intersubjectivity



Stephen Billett





4. Examining Career Pathing through the Lens of Identity Theories



Kristin M. Schnatter, Jason J. Dahling and Samantha L. Chau





5. Optimal Distinctiveness and Human Resource Development



Amy E. Randel, Christopher D. Zatzick and Jone L. Pearce





PART 2: Critical Theoretical Lenses





6. Power and Self-identity: Positive Psychology Applied to Human Resource Development



Matthew McDonald, David Bubna-Litic, Arthur Morgan, Susan Mate and Lan Thi Nguyen





7. Queer Theory Meets HRD Research and Practice



Nick Rumens





PART 3: Methodologies for Working with Identity





8. Methods for researching identity in HRD



Kate Black and Russell Warhurst





9. Repertory Grid Technique as a Useful Tool for Assessing Identity and Identity Change in HRD



Rosalía Cascón-Pereira





PART 4: Empirical Applications of Identity in HRD Research





10. Becoming a software professional: Tensions in transitions



Jacob Vakkayil





11. Exploration of Identity Conflict During Post-merger Integration



Catherine Olusanmi





12. Coaching as a Liminal Space: Exploring Use of Theatre in Management Training and Development



Sara Zaeemdar





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Biography



  • Dr. Kate Black is an Associate Professor at Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University, UK.




  • Dr. Russell Warhurst is an Associate Professor at Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University, UK.






  • Dr. Sandra Corlett is a Principal Lecturer at Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University, UK.




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