For a workshop to be successful, it must have characteristics such as organization, acceptable pace, well-defined objectives, and adequate facilities. Trainers court disaster if these are not present. Includes symptoms of dysfunctional behavior by participants, causes of this behavior, and strategies to deal with it. (JOW)

Four major considerations must be taken into account when planning a training program: content, external constraints, skills and preferences of faculty, and learning styles of participants. Understanding differences in learning styles can significantly affect the outcome of training. (JOW)

Three groups of strategies for overcoming trainee resistance are (1) preventing (distracting, assuming a "one-down" position, baiting, preempting, linking); (2) circumventing (refraining, disengaging); and (3) using resistance (treating it as substantive agreement). (SK)

An instructional methods inventory was completed by 200 geologists and geophysicists, 117 of whom had just completed a technical seminar. Results indicate that field trips, illustrated lectures, and small-group simulations are highly effective instructional techniques. Results also indicate that four and one-half day seminars are preferred. (CH)

Ways to improve communication, comprehension, and language skills and to adapt strategies and media to emphasize visual aspects are suggested to accommodate hearing impaired trainees. (SK)

Examines a training program to prepare managers for business, technical, and social changes facing them. (DS)

Discusses the strengths and limitations of television as a training device for business and industry. Notes that the effectiveness of television depends upon factors such as how closely the program content is related to specific training objectives, the characteristics of the trainees, and how well the instructor integrates the television…