Discussion of criteria for hiring and the development of university teachers focuses on the development of an instrument for students to evaluate teachers' effectiveness. A copy of the instructor evaluation form developed at DePaul University (Chicago) is included, and suggestions for a program to improve teaching are offered. (LRW)

This report outlines corporate instructional design and performance technology (ID/PT) standards, including what they are; how they help an organization; advantages and disadvantages of having standards; types of standards (focus, approach, and scope); content; and formats. A worksheet for determining ID/PT standards is included. (DB)

This examination of programed instruction both as a product and a process lists Bullock's Thirteen Questions to check the extent to which an instructional program can be viewed as programed instruction and explains the rationale behind them. It also clarifies some common misconceptions about programed instruction. (EAO)

The most successful TQM (Total Quality Management) training programs include a set of "paradigm-shifting" experiences to encourage self-assessment by managers. Their retraining and altered perceptions result in an empowered workforce and long-term, significant improvement in the effectiveness and success of their organization. (seven references)…

Provides worksheet that can be used to calculate the costs of a complete training intervention, a needs assessment, an evaluation of a specific program, media production, or job aids. Developed in response to the General Motors Great Job Aid Contest, this aid includes a glossary of terms. (LRW)

Discusses techniques for improving training program design and administration through effective evaluation. Describes three sample case studies that compare trainers, facility/location, and course content; trainee reactions are plotted on a graph. Presents trainee feedback forms that identify aspects of a session, rate effectiveness, and record…

Discusses the integration of videodisc technology into classrooms and presents criteria for evaluating the interactivity of videodiscs. Three levels of interactive videodiscs (IVD) are described, and a criteria checklist is included that evaluates skill development, simulation, feedback, the interaction of the student manual with the electronic…

Discusses seven basic principles related to instructional design for adult trainees in a business environment. Topics discussed include objectives of instructional design; performance problems; feedback; assessment; analysis; production, using the most suitable medium; evaluation; implementation; incentives; motivation; and job aids. An adult…