The training profession is not an easy one for teachers to enter because of the credibility gap that exists between education and business. Resumes must be written for the business of training and must emphasize those skills and experiences that would be applicable to business rather than to teaching. (Author/IRT)

Addresses the literacy problem on American labor pool training, and suggests ways to combat the problem. These include: evaluating written/spoken materials for literacy levels, screening prospective employees through reading comprehension tests, and expanding the role of experimental learning (both simulation and reality training). (Author/JEG)

A survey of human resource development practitioners received responses from Belgium (n=53, 26.5%), England (n=228, 13.1%), Northern Ireland (n=37, 11.2%), and Italy (n=105, 15%). Responses were compiled into a profile of roles and competencies that was then compared with similar surveys in the United States. (SK)

Training and development professors, leaders, and practitioners (n=500) identified their philosophies in a survey. Professors and leaders preferred progressivism first and behaviorism second. Practitioners chose behaviorism over progressivism. Radicalism was least preferred by all three. (SK)

A national survey of 693 Professional Secretaries International members (306 responses) showed that almost half are training coworkers in software use; more than one-quarter are training coworkers in hardware use; fewer than one-quarter have training included in their job descriptions; and very few have had training on how to train. (JOW)

Technology is increasing crucial in human resource development. The Internet, intranets, multimedia, virtual reality, distance learning, and electronic performance support systems are some of the technologies with which trainers must become familiar. (SK)

Without a solid theory and research base, human resource development will never become a valid field of study and a profession. The rise in academic programs with graduates trained in research may improve the situation. (SK)

Worker educators have a challenge to present the history and relevance of trade union rights in such a fashion that workers will find the subject so significant that they will want to know more. (Author)

Discussion of the performance analysis process focuses on its use in traditional educational settings to prepare students as designers and trainers in a variety of settings. A flowchart of how to conduct a performance analysis is provided, and a worksheet to guide students through the performance analysis process is included. (four references)…

The professional development of trainers requires an understanding of the developmental stages of adults. As with other adults, trainers may progress through stages of development. Staff developers must align the type of support given with the current stage of the trainer's development and move the learner to the next stage. (JD)

Presents guidelines for experienced educators who want to enter the field of corporate education. Discusses (1) assessment of training and development competence, (2) acquisition of training experience, (3) pursuit of competency-based education or training, and (4) utilization of a broad range of training resources for continuing career…

Human resources development and training are not suited to everyone. A practical, time-saving process for people wanting to become trainers includes (1) assessing relevant skills and interests; (2) researching organizations; (3) learning basic business operations; (4) learning the training process; (5) developing a chronological resume; (6)…

Describes three human resource development activities: training, education, and development. Explains marketing from the practitioners's viewpoint in terms of customer orientation; external and internal marketing; and market analysis, research, strategy, and mix. Shows how to design, develop, and implement strategic marketing plans and identify…

University Council for Vocational Education faculty (n=137) provided their perceptions of the importance of competencies for trainers and the extent to which they are included in their human-resource-development programs. Of 25 competencies, 23 were rated as important and 19 of those were perceived to be less than adequately covered. (Author/JOW)

In August 1995, a young football player died as a result of heat exhaustion suffered on the first day of football practice in Arkansas. Spurred by this tragedy, the district made some changes that every school district with an athletic program should consider. These include using a heat-stress monitor; abandoning the practice of group physical…