Discusses individual thinking styles, their influence on problem solving techniques, and implications for trainers and consultants. A four-step thinking cycle is explained, five basic styles of individual thinking are defined, and examples are given using the field of human resources and development. (LRW)

Discusses cross-cultural communication as it relates to the needs of trainers going abroad or working with international trainees. Highlights include interpersonal communication skills, self assessment, assessment of the target population, adapting instructional components, social roles and relationships, socioeconomic environment, teaching and…