Active Training: A Handbook of Techniques, Designs, Case Examples, and Tips Tapa dura - 2015 - 4th Edición

The Trusted Active Training Methodology, Fully Updated for Today's Business Challenges

Active Training is the runaway bestselling handbook for beginning and experienced trainers alike. This Fourth Edition updates the proven Active Training approach--which turns the spotlight away from the instructor and puts the emphasis on the learner--to reflect today's business realities, emerging technologies, and the ever-evolving role of the adult educator.

The field of training has changed dramatically in the past decade, and this thoroughly revised edition provides a wealth of practical information for implementing training practices across a newly expanded range of settings. New topics include:

• Emerging learning technologies, such as social media, mobile learning, and online virtual classes
• Tips for implementing the active learning method in onboarding, change management, coaching, consulting, and team building
• Advice for working under budgetary constraints, training a multi-generational workforce, and participating in globalization

In addition to covering these crucial issues, Active Training now contains expanded guidelines on assessing training return on expectations, training management, and extending the value of training programs. Updated examples, templates, and theory round out this comprehensive update, making Active Training the only choice for practitioners in this ever-important field.

From assessing training needs and developing objectives through to preparing well-rounded training programs that appeal to learners of all types, Active Training is a bounty of practical tips and techniques guaranteed to improve any training program.