Creative Training Techniques Handbook

New in the third edition:

• Training as a process, not an event
• Five alternative solutions to performance problems
• Creating compelling, high-impact visuals
• Five key questions to ask before implementing e-Learning
• Three reasons why assessment is key
• Seven questions to answer before using instrumented learning

Contents:

• Chapter 1: Creative Genesis--The Origin and Foundation of Creative Training Techniques
• Chapter 2: Presentation Preparation--How to Get Rave Reviews and Results Before You Open Your Mouth
• Chapter 3: Learner Motivation--Making Sure the Audience Keeps Learning After You've Finished Teaching
• Chapter 4: Visual Aids--How to Keep Their Attention When You Absolutely Have to Talk
• Chapter 5: Group Involvement--There's More to Teaching Than Talking to Them
• Chapter 6: Creative Materials--Projects, Case Studies and Role Plays That Encourage Students to Learn from Each Other and Their Shared Life
• Chapter 7: Creating Effective Resource Materials--Materials That Put the Need to Know, Nice to Know, and How to Find at People's Fingertips
• Chapter 8: Presentation Techniques--How to Build and Deliver Powerful Presentations
• Chapter 9: Customizing Training--Getting Your Needs Met Outside and Inside Your Organization
• Chapter 10: Closing the Circle--Putting It All Together: Some Final Thoughts
• Appendix 1: Potpourri
• Appendix 2: Graphics
• Appendix 3: Sources
• Appendix 4: Activity Guides
• Appendix 5: Overhead Transparencies