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The rise of learning and development – forty years of change

Ian Cunningham

Development and Learning in Organizations2026https://doi.org/10.1108/dlo-12-2025-0455article
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Purpose The aim is to trace important aspects of the changes in organizational learning and development over the 40-year history of this journal. Design/methodology/approach The paper is a Viewpoint. Findings Changes from the use of “training” to more of a focus on “learning and development” are evident. However, some of this appears to be re-badging and not necessarily changing the focus of the work. Research limitations/implications The impact of AI needs significant investment in new research. Practical implications A real focus on learning is important in helping organizations change for the better. Originality/value The historical examples point to the value of this journal in being at the forefront of change in the fields of L&D, organizational development and leadership development.

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@article{ian2026,
  title        = {{The rise of learning and development – forty years of change}},
  author       = {Ian Cunningham},
  journal      = {Development and Learning in Organizations},
  year         = {2026},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1108/dlo-12-2025-0455},
}

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0.50

Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40

F · citation impact0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20
M · momentum0.50 × 0.15 = 0.07
V · venue signal0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03
R · text relevance †0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20

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