Work-based learning (WBL) has long been used in career and technical education (CTE) to allow students to practice the knowledge and skills they acquire in the classroom within a "real-world" business or industry setting. High-quality work placements reinforce schoolbased instruction by providing students with a context for applying…

The characteristics, advantages, limitations, and uses of the most commonly encountered instructional media are discussed. Guidelines are offered so that a training specialist can select the most appropriate visual material for group instruction. A checklist for evaluating instructional materials is provided. The media covered are projected media…

Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of videodisc compared to other media, cost compared to other hardware/software costs, and the cost effectiveness of using videodisc in training. (JOW)

Argues that training improves whenever the trainer keeps the focus learner-centered instead of egocentric, and that the learner's literacy competency and the training objective are the two variables that should determine which training presentation mode to select. A model showing these interrelationships is presented. (Author/JD)

Prepackaged courses can be an effective solution to some of the problems in business, but there may be problems associated with selecting the best package. Brief tips for selection are provided. (Author/BP)

Discusses how to develop and implement an open learning program when there are materials available but no trainers to use them. (JOW)

Examines two key considerations related to the question of whether computer-based training is justified--training objectives, and costs of developing computer-based programs. Questions on training content, skills to be performed by trainees, specific training objectives, development and revision costs, salaries, and cost estimates are presented to…

A trainer specializing in producing media packages for sales training tells what they are, how to use them, and how to put them together. (Author)

Describes and discusses an instructional systems media selection model based on training effectiveness and cost effectiveness prediction techniques that were developed to support the U.S. Navy's training programs. Highlights include instructional delivery systems (IDS); decision making; trainee characteristics; training requirements analysis; an…

Describes the development of interactive video technology and discusses its use for instruction and training. Topics addressed include individual learning; the use of interactive video compared to other media; use with broadcast television; and the element of time, including charges for videoconferencing for businesses. (nine references) (LRW)

Interactive video is achieved by merging the two powerful technologies of microcomputing and video. Using television as the vehicle for display, text and diagrams, filmic images, and sound can be used separately or in combination to achieve a specific training task. An interactive program can check understanding, determine progress, and challenge…

Small portable videotape recorders can be used economically and effectively as "scratch pads" during course development. Current off-the-shelf equipment can be used for data gathering during the analysis of systems requirements and initial development of course equipment and test materials. Such equipment has been beneficial in revealing…

Recommends developing training materials which direct the transfer of skills learned during the training experience to actual job situations. Results-oriented training would meet seven criteria: (1) systems focus, (2) performance objectives, (3) media selection, (4) skill transfer, (5) training validation, (6) performance implementation, and (7)…

Discusses the importance of choosing the right media for environmental compliance training to ensure better trained employees and a more cost-effective compliance program. Compares various training media such as mail-outs, video-based training, computer-based training, classroom training, and drills and exercises with regard to cost per employee,…

Reviews options for training individuals to use microcomputers (courses and workshops, books/media packages, software producer documentation, and computer disk-based training) and discusses the evaluation of training packages, including instructional design and technical considerations. A selective list of companies that provide training is…