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Schneider, Holly; And Others – Performance and Instruction, 1992
This report presents the results of a demonstration of the cost effectiveness of supervisory and management development training, and it outlines a model that will permit practitioners to conduct a definitive analysis of the financial value of training. The purpose of the study was to predict potential Return on Investment (ROI) and measure the…
Descriptors: Accountability, Cost Effectiveness, Industrial Training, Management Development
Kruger, Michael J.; May, Gregory D. – Performance and Instruction, 1986
Describes two reinforcement techniques designed to ensure transfer of learning from management training courses to the workplace: (1) participant journal writing to capture management insights occurring during training and (2) support groups providing encouragement, feedback, and accountability. Results of an evaluation of the techniques'…
Descriptors: Accountability, Evaluation, Industrial Training, Management Development
Smith, Martin E. – Performance and Instruction, 1982
Describes and evaluates the computerized training information system in use at New England Telephone Company. The system consists of a set of training records stored in four databases which can be used for summarizing and forecasting training course information. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Industrial Training, Management Development
Wright, Van O.; Wills, John C. – Performance and Instruction, 1991
This last in a series of articles describing IBM's Opportunity Management Program focuses on the transfer of training programs to different cultures. Problems with translating materials into other languages are discussed, helpful attitudes are suggested, continuity is considered, and an overview of all the articles in this series is provided.…
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Industrial Training, Intercultural Programs, Management Development
Morris, David J., Jr. – Performance and Instruction, 1986
Describes power structure of corporations functioning under Theory W in which single leaders, in partnership with trusted followers, achieve corporate success. Basis of this industrial structure is attributed to social and developmental structures of prehistoric man and city states. Dimensions of W, X, Y, and Z theories are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, History, Industrial Training, Industry
Tesoro, Ferdinand; And Others – Performance and Instruction, 1993
Three articles discuss instructional design considerations in education for executives: (1) "The Use of the Measurement of Continuous Improvement Model for Training Program Evaluation" (Ferdinand Tesoro); (2) "The Systems Design Approach to Developing Computer Based Instruction" (Gerry Costello); and (3) "Training as a…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Evaluation Methods, Industrial Training, Instructional Design
