Evolving Workforce Development

A Comprehensive Guide to Shape the Future Workforce
Erscheinungsjahr 2027
ISBN: 978-3-032-46421-7
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 420 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm

Reihe: Management for Professionals

This book examines the vital role of workforce development in the modern economy and provides a roadmap to bridge the gap between education and employment in an era marked by rapid technological advancements, shifting economic landscapes, and evolving industry demands. Based on current research, policy analysis, and best practices, the book contends that workforce development must be dynamic, inclusive and future-oriented to manage fast technological breakthroughs, altering economic landscapes, and changing employee expectations. It highlights the importance of adaptable learning systems, strong policy frameworks, and purposeful employer involvement for a successful workforce. The book also addresses critical challenges such as the skills gap, the rise of automation, and lifelong learning. 

Featuring practical insights and case studies, this book is valuable for professionals, practitioners, researchers, scholars, students and policy makers in career and technical education (CTE), workforce development and human resources.

Zielgruppe

Professional/practitioner

Autoren/Hrsg.

Rothwell, William J.

Bakhshandeh, Behnam

Threeton, Mark D.

Williams, Kellyn E.

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Personalwesen, Human Resource Management
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Berufliche Bildung Wirtschaftspädagogik, Berufspädagogik
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Teildisziplinen der Pädagogik Erwachsenenbildung, lebenslanges Lernen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Introduction Book’s Focus and Description.- Part I Opening: Foundations of Effective Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 2: Needs for Workforce Development Programs in Industries.- Chapter 3: Characteristics of an Effective Workforce Development Program.- Chapter 4: Influence and Role of Managerial and Supervisory Leadership in Successful Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 5: Role of Workforce Development Programs for Individuals.- Chapter 6: The Role of Career and Technical Education in Workforce Development Programs.- Part II Opening: Planning and Managing the Workforce Development Programs Function.- Chapter 7: Establishing an Organizational Plan for Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 8: Leading and Managing the Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 9: Role of Coaching in Workforce Development Programs.-
Chapter 10: Impact of Growth Mindset and Emotional Intelligence on Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 11: Place of 21st Century 4Cs Skills in Workforce Development Programs.- Part III Opening: Key Issues in Workforce Development Course Design.- Chapter 12: Basic Principles of Learning Experience Design Essentials for Planning an Effective Workforce Development Program.- Chapter 13: Preparing for Implementation of Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 14: Selecting and Using Delivery Methods for Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 15: Evaluating Workforce Development Programs.- Part IV Opening: Special Issues in Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 16: Role of Government in Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 17: Using Vendors and Managing Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).- Chapter 18: Operating Apprenticeship and Safety Training Programs and Working With Unions.- Chapter 19: Bridging Education and Industry: Building Partnerships for Workforce Development.- Chapter 20: The Effect of  Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality on Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 21: The Roles of Various Groups in Workforce Development Programs.- Part V Opening: Final Thoughts.- Chapter 22: Afterword: Lessons Learned from Experience in Workforce Development Programs.- Chapter 23: The Future of Workforce Development.

Über Autor(innen)

William J. Rothwell is a Distinguished Professor in the Workforce Education and Development Program in the Department of Learning and Performance Systems, College of Education, at Pennsylvania State University, USA. He is a leading expert in human resource development (HRD) training and development. He has published over 130 books and over 150 articles on professional management, organization development, and human resource development.

Behnam Bakhshandeh is Founder and President of Primeco Education (Pennsylvania, USA), a coaching and consulting company that works with individuals, teams, and organizations on personal and professional development. He has published many books on topics related to the personal and professional development industry, including organization development, personal and professional coaching, and high-performance.

Mark D. Threeton is a Professor of Learning and Performance Systems within the Workforce Education and Development (WFED) Program and Executive Director of Professional Personnel Development Center for Career and Technical Education (PPDC) at Pennsylvania State University (USA). In addition, he consults, teaches, and conducts research in the areas of teaching and learning, experiential learning, training and development, and safety and health in school settings and the broader workforce. His research has been published widely in scholarly research journals and books.

Kellyn E. Williams  is a workforce development and higher education leader committed to expanding career pathways, economic mobility, and community impact through innovative training and support programs. With a Ph.D. in Education from Capella University, specializing in Leadership in Higher Education Administration, she brings a research-driven, people-centered approach to developing programs that meet both learner and labor-market needs.