The author focuses on the nature of the organization as a learning environment, natural learning activities that take place within the organization, and the role of the supervisor in facilitating the learning of subordinates. Implications for training and development are presented. (CH)

Three cases are presented to illustrate the use of on-the-job training procedures to manage behavior problems of adults with autism. In two cases aggressive and oppositional behavior were eliminated or reduced in frequency, and in a third, production rate was increased. (Author/CL)

Describes the goals of a training program to reduce staff sexual anxiety in adolescent treatment programs. Describes specific guidelines regarding effective staff interventions at an individual and group level. Emphasizes alertness to the broad implications of sexuality in staff and patients and emphasizes necessity for careful monitoring of ward…

Using data on wage claims investigations of a state labor department, this study indicates that investigators become significantly more productive during the first six years of job experience. (SK)

Builds upon Lazear's empirical explanation of mandatory retirement by adding these testable implications: the relationships between mandatory retirement and (1) specific on-the-job training, (2) vested pension plans, and (3) costs of monitoring worker performance. Indicates that a comprehensive explanation requires consideration of human capital…

The training departments that need consultant help the most often are the least likely to hire it, because they do not realize the time and money outside consultants can save. Training directors are advised on how to increase training value by effective management of the relationship with outside consultants. (Author/AJ)

Most training at Coors Container Company is done by lead production men, supported by an in-house audiovisual program. Methods used in producing and utilizing more than 60 sound-on-slide programs are recounted. Only programs requested by supervisors are produced. Other companies' purchases of the programs help defray production costs. (AJ)

A good supervisor develops his workers by concentrating on their contributions and the responsibilities they can assume, while trusting them to execute their responsibilities. This attitude must be apparent even in conversation between supervisor and worker for successful on-the-job training. (AG)

The repair of approximately 100 hurricane-damaged homes had several benefits: homes of hardship'' cases were repaired for the cost of materials; students from area vocational-technical schools received on-the-job training, apprentice training credit, and experience in a work group; and labor saw the value of vocational programs. (AG)

Training supervisor at Citibank accepts role as manager and considers aim to increase corporate earnings through cost-effective training. Based on an address delivered at the First Annual Training in Business and Industry Conference in New York, New York. (DS)

Two national firms with standardized marketing schemes employ persuasion rather than instruction in teaching an employee to sell. Students leave for their first assignment convinced of success in spite of a lack of skill. (JB)

United Aircraft's training program teaches basic skills to the disadvantaged after they have been hired. (RK)

Describes the structure and content of a course in business and technical writing offered in the workplace. (AEA)