Fundamental Choices in Human Resource Development Scholarship and Practice

Abstract

The Problem and the Solution. Statements of philosophy and core beliefs always run the risk of becoming nothing more than abstract and idealistic pronouncements To come alive, such beliefs must be manifested in the ways in which scholars and HRD professionals actually practice their craft This chapter focuses on three fundamental choices that are critical if we are to manifest the ideas expressed in this volume and to lead the HRD profession through research