Summarizes results of a survey of training professionals conducted to determine their perceptions of teachers' competencies and ability to function as trainers in business. Respondents' suggestions to teachers on preparation for the training field are summarized, as well as their perceptions of the differences between training and teaching. (MBR)

Discusses elements of an in-house writing seminar: criteria for selecting a consultant (teaching experience, business experience, fees, etc.), management support, the seminar format, and seminar evaluation using a questionnaire. (CT)

This model for evaluating vendor training package programs includes assessing value of promotional literature; requesting detailed information on program content, participant materials, instructor information, and cost breakdown; comparing program specifics to actual training needs; detailed instructional design analysis; and piloting the program.…

This document discusses the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) and how it has become the lead agency in workforce development for Virginia as well as advancing Virginia's workforce through non-credit training, retaining courses and programs to meet the needs of business and industry. This document contains a summary of activities and…

Describes a program in applied biology in which the simulation of the production of penicillin in a batch fermentor is used as a teaching technique to give students experience before handling a genuine industrial fermentation process. Details are given for the calculation of minimum production cost. (JR)

Bell Canada's plans for future training will be on a centralized basis, using specialists in instructional technology to identify training needs and design courses at both the technical and managerial levels. (DS)

Industry assumes the role of final trainer for the entry worker whose training is incomplete. Diagnostic testing and orientation are helpful to in-industry training. Consultants can help by building up or supporting training programs through their special expertise. (AG)

The concept of modular educational programming provides a pragmatic means of translating employee developmental needs into educational objectives. (Authors)

Author proposes four steps utilizing the behavioral sciences to identify and resolve employee productivity problems. (Editor)

Article discusses how behavioral objectives may be utilized in instructional systems. (GB)

The training in working life consists of familiarization (reception training and guided work practice), the maintaining and development of occupational skills (in-service training, further training, retraining and special training), safety and therapeutic training, and retirement training. (Author)

In order to make chemistry teaching interesting and relevant, a special course was planned with an intent to teach industrial laboratory techniques to juniors and seniors in high school. The program was taught through laboratory experiments and utilized individualized instruction. List of topics covered in course are included. (PS)

A device called binging'' is used in training ironworker apprentices--to test self control and trustworthiness, to establish temporary status in work settings where competence is unclear, and to communicate group expectations and job-related information difficult to share another way. (Author/JB)