The psychology of coaching, mentoring and learning / Ho Law.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Law, Ho.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Personal coaching.

Executive coaching.

Mentoring.

Learning, Psychology of.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (284 pages) : illustrations (some color)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Malden, MA : John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2013.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

The Psychology of Coaching, Mentoring and Learning addresses the psychological principles upon which coaching and mentoring are based and integrates them in a universal framework for the theory and practice of individual and organizational development. The second edition is updated with the latest research and takes into account the increasing importance of positive psychology and its role in coaching and mentoring, placing an emphasis on strength, growth and development. Combining high-level theory with practical applications and case studies, this is an invaluable resource for coaches, mentors, trainers, psychologists, executives, managers and students. Book jacket.

Contents:

Introduction

The coming of age : coaching psychology, coaching & mentoring

Philosophy and theories of learning applicable to coaching and mentoring : positive psychology and the learning process

Definitions : coaching psychology, coaching, mentoring and learning

Leadership and organizational coaching & mentoring - becoming a learning organization and learning community

Developing a universal integrative framework for coaching and mentoring

Techniques and tools

Continuing professional development, learning resources and practical exercises

Case studies

Evaluation

Conclusion, discussion, future research and development.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

Local Notes:

Electronic reproduction. Palo Alto, Calif. : ebrary, 2013. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ebrary affiliated libraries.

Other Format:

Print version: Law, Ho. Psychology of coaching, mentoring and learning.

ISBN:

9781118598283

OCLC:

861529065

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.