The all-time bestselling training handbook, updated for new
technologies and roles

Active Training turns instructional design on its head by
shifting the emphasis away from the instructor, and on to the
learner. Comprehensively updated to reflect the many developments
in the field, this new fourth edition covers the latest
technologies and applications, the evolving role of the trainer,
and how new business realities impact training, advancing new
evidence-based best practices for new trainer tasks, skills, and
knowledge. Up to date theory and research inform the practical tips
and techniques that fully engage learners and help them get the
most out of sessions, while updated workplace examples and revised
templates and worksheets help bring these techniques into the
classroom quickly. You'll gain insight into improving training
evaluation by using Return on Expectations (ROE), learn how to
extend the value of training programs through transfer of learning,
and develop fresh, engaging methods that incorporate
state-of-the-art applications.

Active Training designs offer just the right amount of content;
the right balance of affective, behavioral, and cognitive learning;
a variety of approaches; real-life problem solving; gradual
skill-building; and engaging delivery that uses the participants'
expertise as a foundation for learning. This book is the classic
guide to employing Active Training methods effectively and
appropriately for almost any topic.

* Learn how the trainer's role has changed

* Engage learners through any training delivery method

* Inspire collaboration and innovation through application

* Overcome the challenges trainers face in the new business
environment

Active Training methods make training sessions fun, engaging,
relevant, and most importantly, effective. Participants become
enthusiastic about the material, and view sessions as interesting
challenges rather than as means to fulfill requirements. To bring
these widely endorsed methods into your training repertoire,
Active Training is the complete practical handbook you
need.

MEL SILBERMAN was Professor Emeritus of Adult and Organizational Development at Temple University for 41 years. Mel rose to international prominence for his contributions to the field of training. Mel passed away in 2010.

ELAINE BIECH is President of ebb associates inc, where she specializes in helping leaders maximize their effectiveness. She is the author or editor of over 60 books.

CAROL AUERBACH has over 25 years' experience designing and delivering corporate training programs for such companies as CIGNA Insurance, Kellogg's, and IBM.

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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.

Zusammenfassung
The all-time bestselling training handbook, updated for new technologies and roles

Active Training turns instructional design on its head by shifting the emphasis away from the instructor, and on to the learner. Comprehensively updated to reflect the many developments in the field, this new fourth edition covers the latest technologies and applications, the evolving role of the trainer, and how new business realities impact training, advancing new evidence-based best practices for new trainer tasks, skills, and knowledge. Up to date theory and research inform the practical tips and techniques that fully engage learners and help them get the most out of sessions, while updated workplace examples and revised templates and worksheets help bring these techniques into the classroom quickly. You'll gain insight into improving training evaluation by using Return on Expectations (ROE), learn how to extend the value of training programs through transfer of learning, and develop fresh, engaging methods that incorporate state-of-the-art applications.

Active Training designs offer just the right amount of content; the right balance of affective, behavioral, and cognitive learning; a variety of approaches; real-life problem solving; gradual skill-building; and engaging delivery that uses the participants' expertise as a foundation for learning. This book is the classic guide to employing Active Training methods effectively and appropriately for almost any topic.

• Learn how the trainer's role has changed
• Engage learners through any training delivery method
• Inspire collaboration and innovation through application
• Overcome the challenges trainers face in the new business environment

Active Training methods make training sessions fun, engaging, relevant, and most importantly, effective. Participants become enthusiastic about the material, and view sessions as interesting challenges rather than as means to fulfill requirements. To bring these widely endorsed methods into your training repertoire, Active Training is the complete practical handbook you need.

Acknowledgments xi

Preface xiii

The Goals of This Book xiv

How This Book Is Organized xv

Part One Introducing Active Training 1

The Nature of Adult Learning 2

The Social Side of Learning 6

Concerns About Active Training 7

The Delivery of Active Training 10

Part Two Designing an Active Training Program 13

Steps for Designing Active Training 15

What's in the Part Two Chapters? 17

Chapter One Assessing Training Needs 19

Why Do Assessment? 20

What Information Should Be Collected? 23

How Can Information Be Collected? 29

What If There Is No Time to Do a Proper Assessment? 38

Chapter Two Developing Active Training Objectives 41

Setting Learning Goals 42

Selecting Objectives 44

Specifying Objectives 47

Expressing Objectives 48

Communicating Training Objectives to Others 49

Chapter Three Creating Opening Exercises 53

What Opening Exercises Accomplish 53

What to Keep in Mind When Creating Opening Exercises 67

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