The topic is open to interpretation, giving us scope to approach the topic from differing perspectives. I am required to write an academic essay that crictically examines aspects of the issue under study. I am expected to critically evaluate organisational contexts and issues in relation to the topic, and refer to organisations which we are familliar and case studies sourced from your reading. In addition , the assignment will require you to draw upon the aspects of the unit including theoritical and practical frameworks and perspectives. The following should be included in essay: Thorough view of relevent lirerature, Critical evaluation of organisational responses to the issue, Integration of relevent evidence and examples to support the analysis. Criteria is: COntext well explained and supported, Literature is synthesized; high level of evaluation and analysis is evident, Execellent analysis and evaluation of ideas present. Ideas synthesized and new ideas bieng formulated. All ideas discussed underpinned and thouroughly cosidered. A wide range and critical approach is evident through the organisational contexts cosidered. Clear conclusion developing out of the work, clarifying the arguements made and optimizing the overall outcomes. Exellent presentation, structure and totally accurate refrencing. Recommended Text/readings: Harrison, R (2005) Learning and Development CIPD Bee, F and Bee, R (1994) Training needs Analysis and Evaluation CIPD Gibb, S (2002) Learning and Development Palgrave Mayo, A (2000) Creating a Training and Development Strategy CIPD Mumford, A and Gold, J (2004) Management Development CIPD Reid, M and Barrington, M and Brown, M(2004) Training Interventions CIPD Stewart, J (1999) Employee Development Practice Pitman Stewart, J and McGolrick, J (1996) Human Resource Development: Perspectives, Strategies, Practice Pitman Woodall, J (1998) Mangement Development Blackwell And other relevent Journals.