This article explores the integration between technology and human resource development (HRD) techniques and theories by examining the inter‐relationship between organizational learning, learning organizations, virtual technology, and virtual communities of practice and the role of the HRD professional in that relationship. First, the evolution of the concept of organizational learning is examined. This is followed with a discussion of organizational learning, and learning organizations, and their relationship with virtual technology and virtual communities of practice within organizations. Lastly, the implications of organizational learning and virtual technology upon human resource development professionals are presented.
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