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Cone, William F. – Training and Development Journal, 1974
A set of guidelines for developing trainers into creators, planners, and controllers are presented. These guidelines are offered as a brief refresher to experienced trainers and as fundamentals for trainers new to their job. (Author/DS)
Descriptors: Educational Programs, Fundamental Concepts, Guidelines, Trainers
Newman, Kenneth I. – Training and Development Journal, 1980
To avoid "crisis training" and gain management support, professional trainers should develop a comprehensive training policy that includes a mission statement, goals and objectives, a management system, needs assessment, costs, record-keeping method, and evaluation mechanism. (SK)
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Policy Formation, Program Design, Trainers
Weldon, Ward – Training and Development Journal, 1973
Article outlines four basic strategies for managing change and prompts the reader to take a mid-1973 quiz on his goals and training objectives for next year. (Editor/RK)
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Questionnaires, Recruitment, Self Directed Groups
Cook, Edward M. – Training and Development Journal, 1973
Author considers the value of in-basket programs. (RK)
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Group Discussion, Organization, Program Proposals
Silber, Mark B. – Training and Development Journal, 1972
Detailed description of the skills needed to succeed as a training manager. (SP)
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Interpersonal Competence, Job Satisfaction, Organizational Change
Fitzgerald, T. H. – Training and Development Journal, 1971
The article deals with the theory that the educator as internal consultant has the responsibility to persuade today's management not to choose tomorrow's leadership on the basis of yesterday's standards. (Author/EK)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Industrial Education, Motivation Techniques, Program Evaluation
Randall, John S. – Training and Development Journal, 1978
The first of a ten-part series developed to help instructors conduct training programs more effectively. Covers establishing objectives, identifying the participants, selecting a facility, preparing teaching materials, and keeping records. Includes a preparation and planning checklist. (EM)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Programs, Facility Requirements, Instructional Materials
Antil, Frederick H. – Training and Development Journal, 1972
Author suggests methods for professionalizing training and development in industry. (RK)
Descriptors: Industrial Training, Professional Recognition, Professional Training, Teacher Stereotypes
DiPaolo, Anthony J.; Patterson, Amos C. – Training and Development Journal, 1983
Skillful instructors in combination with well-designed and appropriate training programs are critical links in improving employee performance and increasing organizational productivity. Training directors use a variety of strategies to prepare competent, confident, and resourceful instructors. The author presents the essential factors to be…
Descriptors: Job Performance, Organizational Effectiveness, Productivity, Professional Training
Pinto, Patrick R.; Walker, James W. – Training and Development Journal, 1978
Reports highlights of the American Society for Training and Development's (ASTD) professional development study to develop a model of professional roles and competencies for ASTD members. Members' ratings of trainer activities were used to construct role models for professional trainers. (M F)
Descriptors: Job Skills, Management Development, Organizational Development, Personnel Management
Gammuto, John J. – Training and Development Journal, 1980
To employ scarce personnel and money to best advantage, company management must diagnose critical training needs and assign them priorities. A systems approach is recommended, which gives focus to training design while accommodating most organization training goals. Included are suggestions for system design, facility management, and cost…
Descriptors: Cost Estimates, Facility Planning, Job Training, Program Costs
Gammuto, John J. – Training and Development Journal, 1978
Presents specific ideas on designing, planning, and staffing a training facility for industrial technicians. Facilities should be designed in relation to curriculum, traffic control, and safety. Trainer success is often based on both skills and attitudes. Presents case study at Commonwealth Edison; also reviews process by which various maintenance…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning, Leadership Qualities
Couger, J. Daniel – Training and Development Journal, 1974
Results of a survey of 50 organizations having a progressive attitude toward training indicated that a number of organizations had "career development" programs which included skill training as well as the perspective and knowledge needed to progress on the career ladder. (SC)
Descriptors: Career Development, Data Processing, Data Processing Occupations, Inservice Education
Cohen, Deborah Shaw – Training and Development Journal, 1978
Fruitful relationships between trainers and media specialists are collaborations from the beginning. Trainers must define the problem and establish project requirements for training aids. Trainers and producers should ask questions related to (1) the project purpose, (2) audience characteristics, (3) quantity needed, (4) material distribution, and…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Cooperative Planning, Information Dissemination, Material Development
