Synopses & Reviews
This book picks up where the well-received Futurework (1994) left off. It builds a strong case for workplace trainers treating their work as research. The nine chapters are designed to prepare readers to become workplace consultants. The authors present their workplace training program of research as well as a mastery learning model. By presenting ideas from instructional psychology, cognitive science, mastery learning, and performance based assessments, and then relating these findings to the workplace, the authors offer a new way to look at learning in the workplace. Considerable focus is given to the need to enhance diversity within workplace settings. Suggested readings are included with each chapter.
Synopsis
This book presents the idea that workplace trainers should view their work as research. The authors present ideas from instructional psychology, cognitive science, mastery learning, and performance-based assessments, and relate them to the workplace.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [327]-344) and indexes.
About the Author
EDWARD E. GORDON is President of Imperial Corporate Training and Development and teaches at Loyola University in Chicago. Together they have co-authored Futurework: The Revolution Reshaping American Business (Praeger, 1994) and Closing the Literacy Gap in American Business (Quorum Books, 1991).
Table of Contents
Illustrations
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Cognition and Instruction: Putting Theory into Practice
Adult Learning and Development: A Cognitive Science Perspective
Theoretical Foundations of Learning and Development
Behavioral Views of Learning and Instruction
Thinking, Problem Solving, and Creativity: A Cognitive Science Perspective
Assessment of Learner Characteristics
Intelligence: An Information Processing View
Personality Assessment
Consultation and Professional Practice
Instructional Consultation
Training and Adult Education
The Interface of Science and Practice: The Role of the Training Practitioner in Applying Science
Methodological Issues Related to the Multicultural Revolution Reshaping American Business
Appendix: Problem Solutions
References