Research has shown that adult learners prefer a problem-solving, rather than a subject-centered approach to learning.
Human Resource Management provides a nontraditional view of teaching and learning the basics of human resource management through a series of 125 in-basket exercises and guided questions.
Exercises focus on current problems and issues that confront school administrators on a daily basis.
A brief history of assessment centers and a synopsis of recognized adult-learning theories are also provided.
This revised edition includes: -in-basket exercises linked to ISLLC Standards -updated suggested readings -six new in-basket exercises -an expanded list of online resources Human Resource Management: A Problem-Solving Approach Linked to ISLLC Standards will have a positive impact on university courses in personnel administration, as well as professional development programs undertaken at the district level.
About the Author Jerry R.
Baker has had a career in education spanning more than four decades.
He has served as a teacher, counselor, director of research and evaluaiton, and superintendent for human resources.
He is a professor of educational leadership at Saginaw Valley State University in University Center, Michigan.
Madeleine S.
Doran has served as a teacher; systems analyst; consultant; assistant director, and director of personnel; and school board labor negotiator.
She is an associate professor in Barry University's graduate human resource development program in Miami Shores, Florida.
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