Teaching Paper: Glossary of Key Concepts in Training and Development – Building Shared Language for Effective, Ethical, and Innovative Training Practice
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eth-rs-eth-dt-an-15
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About the Article
Shared terminology is essential for designing and delivering effective training programs in non-profit and educational contexts. Without a common understanding of key concepts, training risks becoming fragmented, inconsistent, or ethically compromised. This article presents a comprehensive glossary of terms in training and development, covering pedagogical approaches, ethical principles, and emerging technologies. Each entry combines an academic definition with a practical application note tailored to non-profit practice. By unifying language across training teams, the glossary enhances clarity, accountability, and program design, serving as both a teaching tool and a professional reference for practitioners and scholars.
Key Topics
- Training and development terminology
- Pedagogical approaches and learning methods
- Ethical principles in training design
- Emerging technologies in training
- Organizational learning and knowledge management
- Building shared frameworks for practice
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Glossary of key concepts in training and development – Building shared language for effective, ethical, and innovative training practice. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eth-rs-eth-dt-an-15
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