DISTINCTIONS BETWEEN LABORATORY TRAINING, T-GROUP TRAINING, AND SENSITIVITY TRAINING ARE MADE, FOLLOWED BY A DIARY OF A T-GROUP IN SESSION. THE BACKGROUND AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE LABORATORY APPROACH IS PRESENTED, HIGHLIGHTING THOSE ASPECTS, PROBLEMS, AND RESULTS WHICH ARE OF GREATEST INTEREST TO INDUSTRIAL AND LABOR RELATIONS. A DISCUSSION OF THE…

Concentrating on theory and practice on sensitivity training groups (T groups) in human relations training laboratories, this study investigates aspects of the process whereby participants are said to learn cooperatively about their group and about themselves as members. As evidenced by training "dilemmas" noted in the literature, relevant T group…

This booklet gives details, approved by the British Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity, of grants which will be paid by the Knitting, Lace, and Net Industry Board for training and further education during the training year, 1 August 1969-31 July 1970. Two categories are stressed: (1) day, block, release, and full time courses and…

This book is to be used in a Life Skills Coach Training course. Life skills are defined as problem-solving behaviors appropriately and responsibly used in the management of personal affairs. They apply to the following areas of responsibility: self, family, leisure, community, and job. A course aimed at training people in the life skills implies…

This training manual is designed to instruct work supervisors and skills trainers of the hard-to-employ disadvantaged in the effective utilization of behavioral reinforcement principles for overcoming difficult, frequently encountered training problems. One of its primary focuses is how to train for job-required behavioral skills such as…

Describes a survey conducted within the commercial nuclear power industry to determine the tasks that a typical training instructor performs. Instructor training programs are examined, results of the survey are analyzed, and further uses of the survey data are suggested. (LRW)

The authors present ideas and techniques to stimulate divergent thinking on ways to cope with fulfilling the training department's mission, purpose, and objectives within a federal agency during times of fewer resources. (Author/CH)

Describes a San Diego Community College course on teaching techniques for vocational instructors. The course features six teaching competencies: (1) organizing course content, (2) using various instructional delivery techniques, (3) understanding the adult learning process, (4) using instructional media, (5) giving effective tests, and (6)…

Presents results of a readers' poll concerning where trainers come from and where they want to go. Discusses trainers' educational background--bachelors degrees and postgraduate degrees, former positions, current positions, factors contributing to career development, long-term career objectives, and career opportunities for trainers, and best and…

This article consists of a conceptual framework that classifies adult educators according to the roles they occupy and outcomes they seek. This heuristic device provides a framework for discussion on training. (Editor/CT)

Case studies of the training of adult educators are presented including programs in Thailand, Nepal, New Zealand, Brazil, Zambia, Philippines, Canada, and Europe. (CT)

Describes the structural aspects of trainers' careers, their development as trainers, their development of meta skills and the time period they spend in training; relates this to the career concepts individual trainers have and how this can influence and be influenced by the role the training function performs; and points out implications for…

Discusses effective writing techniques to be utilized by technical writers who develop training materials (initial drafts, creating interest, applying instructional technology techniques, use of illustrations, and publication layout tips). A checklist of factors to consider when editing material is also presented. (MBR)

Economic, social, and cultural improvements in the non-metropolitan (or rural) areas of the nation are discussed in relation to: The development of community leadership (especially among business trainers), the role of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), the Land Grant Extension system, business interests, and the need for…

This article reviews developments in the small group training field, provides a brief historical perspective on group training and working definitions for some of the more frequently mentioned types of small groups and comments on research on professional and ethical issues. Comment by James D. Beck follows. (Author/CJ)