MOOCs in the workplace: an intervention for strategic human resource development
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2021
Abstract
The purpose of this conceptual research is to explore the potential of using massive open online courses (MOOCs) as a strategic tool for employee learning and development in corporate settings by reviewing the literature and practices from a strategic human resource development (HRD) perspective. Human capital theory and strategic HRD were selected as the theoretical framework to make a connection between MOOCs and HRD. The general features of MOOCs, MOOC research in the workplace, and relationships among MOOCs, human capital, and strategic HRD are summarized. This study also introduces three examples of Indian and global organizations that use MOOCs as an intervention for strategic HRD. For each example, we describe the context, process/progress, and outcomes. Discussion, implications, and recommendations for future research are elaborated.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Human Resource Development International
First Page
329
Last Page
340
Recommended Citation
Park, S., Jeong, S., & Ju, B. (2021). MOOCs in the workplace: an intervention for strategic human resource development. Human Resource Development International, 24 (3), 329-340. https://doi.org/10.1080/13678868.2018.1516062