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Successfully Using HPT Internationally: An International Performance Model
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Maeso, Eileen D. – Performance Improvement, 2011
This article introduces a new international model that focuses on culture while including familiar elements of human performance technology (HPT). HPT adaptation for cultural differences is an essential part of our profession. We must be sensitive and flexible to succeed in an ever-changing global environment. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Performance Technology, Models, Evaluation
A Recap of the 2011 ISPI University Case Study Competition
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Hicks, Karen; Blake, Anne – Performance Improvement, 2012
In early 2011, the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) invited three universities--University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Purdue University; and Wayne State University--to participate in the third annual University Human Performance Technology (HPT) Case Study Competition. Each university put together a team of three or four…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Competition, Program Effectiveness, Performance Technology
Beyond Instructional Systems: A Performance Technology Degree.
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Ruckdeschel, Clare; Yarter, Michael; Riveccio, Mary Ann; Cortes, Ivan; Cookson, Mark S. – Performance Improvement, 1998
Provides an overview of performance technology, the application of knowledge for optimizing performance. Discusses the influence of ISD (instructional systems design), tactical interventions, business, and industry; its use in business, industry, military, and government; and academic backgrounds of performance designers. Outlines a…
Descriptors: Business, Curriculum Design, Educational Background, Government (Administrative Body)
Why Go to a Trainer for Non-Training Solutions? Eight Reasons Why Trainers Make Good Performance Technologists.
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Jorgensen, Marcus E. – Performance Improvement, 1999
Provides eight reasons why a trainer with an instructional technology background and an employee-centered focus on performance improvement should be involved in solving human performance problems. Abilities highlighted include: systematic thinker; systemic thinker; analytical; team player; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; knowing…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Educational Technology, Improvement Programs, Instructional Systems
Systems Thinking (and Systems Doing).
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Brethower, Dale M.; Dams, Peter-Cornelius – Performance Improvement, 1999
Introduces human performance technology (HPT) by answering the following questions related to: what systems does; practical issues and questions to which systems thinking is relevant; research questions and answers with respect to systems thinking; how HPT practitioners can do systems thinking; systems thinking tools; what is and is not known…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Human Resources, Instructional Systems, Management Systems
A Whole New World of Interventions: The Performance Technologist as Integrating Generalist.
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Hutchison, Cathleen Smith; Stein, Faith S. – Performance Improvement, 1998
Provides a list of potential strategies and tactics for improving the performance of individuals, groups, and organizations. The performance technologist must be able to integrate these strategies to be successful. Lists and describes 20 categories/interventions. The process of performance technology is discussed, as well as tips for mastering…
Descriptors: Improvement Programs, Information Scientists, Information Systems, Information Technology
A Whole New World of Interventions: The Performance Technologist as Integrating Generalist.
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Hutchison, Cathleen Smith; Stein, Faith S. – Performance Improvement, 1997
The authors update an article on intervention, discussing career development, communications, feedback, financial, human development, information, instructional, labor relations, measurement and evaluation, quality improvement, resource, reward and recognition, and selection systems; documentation and standards; ergonomics and human factors;…
Descriptors: Administration, Career Development, Communications, Computer System Design