The report discusses four steps in the systematic development of human resources through training--specifications of training objectives, input control (trainee selection), training procedures, and output control (proficiency measurement). It then considers their implications for conducting training programs and training research. A primary…

This report studies the transactional style of organizational processes which emphasizes the interaction of both role expectations and requirements of the institution, and of need-dispositions of the individual. This paper uses the Ford Training and Placement Program as a specific means of illustrating: (1) the reasons for adopting a transactional…

The training requirements associated with equipment and systems utilized in underwater salvage operations and with the diving activities which are a part of underwater salvage operations are examined. The major emphasis of the study was on the training conditions suitable for the diver. It was found that divers are best trained in a tank or in…

This project proposed team teaching and cross-role training as alternatives to isolated individual teaching and teacher training. Project objectives were a) assessment of student benefit from cross-role teacher training and team formation, b) development of more effective procedures for training professional staff, and c) assessment of student…

An Olympic coach shares training strategies for the 440 yard relay. (MJB)

Examined 13 training groups for which developmental patterns were previously established to test hypotheses relating individual development to group development. Results support hypothesis that changes in social constructs used by participants after training to describe themselves and others are a function of specific developmental patterns of the…

This article reviews the quality circle concept, shows why its characteristics appeal to American executives, and examines some of its limitations. It looks at self-managing teams and discusses the reasons that adoptions have been relatively few. It then shows what organizational conditions are necessary for quality circles to evolve into teams.…

Reviewed a program designed to assist multidisciplinary teams engaged in screening and eligibility determination to assess their own functioning and set specific goals to improve their case handling procedures. Described the approach and provided some preliminary data on the usefulness of the program. (LLL)

The sport psychologist helps athletes and coaches to develop the optimal social climate and psychological preparation for team play. (JD)

This publication is an instructor's manual to a course on developing empowered management teams for higher education, teamworking skills, and team role evaluation skills. The course itself takes a hands-on approach to learning about quality, introduces continuous quality improvement principles, asks students to apply these in a structured…

This final report describes activities and accomplishments of a federally supported four-year project to enhance and implement an innovative model for interprofessional preservice training of early childhood intervention personnel. The New Scripts model is specifically committed to three areas of personnel development: supporting opportunities for…

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)

An experimental home care program utilizing a team approach has proved effective in developing maximum potential for mentally retarded children in Foster Homes. (Editor)

Demonstrated positive attitude of students seems to warrant expanded use of interdisciplinary health team for comprehensive patient care. (Editor/IR)