Dear Professors,
I hope this e-mail finds you well! Currently, we are in the process of editing a forthcoming Handbook of Research entitled Bridging Gaps in Human Resource Development Through Scholar-Practitioners, to be published by IGI Global. I would like to take this opportunity to cordially invite you to submit your work for consideration in this publication.
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Description:
As the gap between scholarly research and practical application persists, human resource development (HRD) professionals need help effectively integrate theory into practice. Despite efforts to bridge this chasm, barriers such as limited dissemination channels and disconnected research methodologies continue to impede progress. Bridging Gaps in Human Resource Development Through Scholar-Practitioners offers a comprehensive solution to this pressing issue.
Focusing on HRD scholars, practitioners, and professionals, this book provides invaluable insights and strategies to overcome the barriers hindering the integration of theory and practice. It meticulously explores collaborative knowledge creation, practical research projects, and innovative dissemination methods to offer actionable steps for aligning research with real-world applications. By addressing the fundamental questions of why the chasm exists, who can bridge it, and how to effectively close it, this book serves as a roadmap for organizations seeking to enhance their HRD practices.
By delving into the complexities of organizational change, leadership, and research dissemination, the book equips readers with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the intersection of theory and practice in HRD. With a diverse range of topic coverage, including collaborative research projects and the alignment of research expertise, this book empowers HRD professionals to transform their organizations through evidence-based practices.
Coverage:
The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:
· Academic Publications
· Action-Based Research Methods
· Alignment of Research Expertise
· Applied Academic Opportunities
· Collaborative Efforts
· Collaborative Research Projects
· Dissemination of Research
· Knowledge Creation
· Knowledge Production
· Management Theory
· Practice Informs Research
· Research-to-Practice Affinity Groups
· Scholar-Practitioner
Please submit your completed chapter using this link: https://www.igi-global.com/submission/submit-chapter/?projectid=ba3fa787-5a98-4e40-99c8-e8b317ec0a27. You can find detailed manuscript formatting and submission guidelines at http://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you very much for your consideration of this invitation, and I hope to hear from you by May 6, 2024 at chbanks@uark.edu regarding your interest. A chapter submission is due on or before June 30, 2024 for the blind review process. A complete description of the book is below:
Best wishes,
Claretha Hughes and Matt Gosney
Editors
Bridging Gaps in Human Resource Development Through Scholar-Practitioners