Synopses & Reviews
The "50-Minute series is a collection of over 200 books that have a common goal--a simple, direct, self-study approaches to topics. Designed to be brief and highly interactive, "50-Minute Books offer a single-minded approach to developing the skills needed in today's workplace. The promise is in the name, the books can be read in one or two evenings, or in one concentrated sitting. The "50-Minute Books in this catalog have helped millions of readers to understand the changing needs of the workplace and to find the ways to grow, adapt, and develop new skills at their own pace. Because these are books that describe and teach the fundamental and specialized skills people need today to succeed, individuals will seek them out. Managers will look here for help too--the businesses in any sizeable community often spend more on training people, and teaching them new skills, than the average school district spends on educating children. Crisp is a familiar name in the business marketplace, and every year we hear from trainers, executives, supervisors, and workers at every level about how useful the "50-Minute Books are. If you would like to know more about how we can help you to help your customers, and find the potential sales in your business community, please let our reps know or contact Crisp Trade Sales. A vital reference for trainers and those who must train on the job.
Synopsis
This book contains information applicable in many different training situations such as groups, one-on-one, internal, or external training sessions.
Synopsis
The Crisp Training Essentials Learning Track includes the best self-directed study books at a significant cost savings. To help you learn the essentials of training, this bundle combines the best Fifty-Minute Series books and additional Crisp publications to provide in-depth knowledge of the subject matter. Relevant case studies, self-evaluations, and practical examples help to reinforce key concepts. Instead of ordering one book at a time, simply order the bundle and start your library today.
Synopsis
The most important tips to consider before training adults at work and in the classroom.
Table of Contents
Section 1: Determine the Needs Tip 1: Establish the Time Needed for Training Tip 2: Define Learner Outcomes Tip 3: Keep Your Objectives Friendly Tip 4: Identify the Parts of Your Objectives Tip 5: Put the Objectives in Sequence Tip 6: Identify Training Needs Section 2: Prepare the Training Manual Tip 7: Write and Easy-to-Read Training Manual Tip 8: Keep It Simple Section 3: Understand How Adults Learn Tip 9: Consider the Basics Tip 10: Understand Adult Learners? Differences Tip 11: Review Your Teaching Methods Tip 12: Deal with Frustrated Learners Tip 13: Learn Coping Techniques Tip 14: Handle Problem Participants Section 4: Prepare Yourself for Training Tip 15: Examine Your Attitudes Tip 16: Use a Lesson Plan Tip 17: Practice Makes Professional Tip 18: Improve Your Voice Tip 19: Use Eye Contact Tip 20: Become Body Aware Tip 21: Project Credibility Tip 22: Think Before You Speak?Vocabulary Tip 23: Ask Questions Tip 24: Respond to Questions Tip 25: Prepare This Ten-Step Checklist Tip 26: Present from Your Notes Tip 27: Practice, Practice, Practice Tip 28: Control Your Nervousness Tip 29: Consider Your Personal Characteristics Tip 30: Apply Characteristics of Effective Trainers Section 5: Organize Your Presentation Tip 31: Plan Your Introduction Tip 32: Plan the Body of Your Presentation Tip 33: Choose an Ordering System Tip 34: Plan the Closing of Your Presentation Section 6: Deliver Your Presentation Tip 35: Put the Trainee at Ease Tip 36: Observe Trainees? Progress Tip 37: Follow Up as Necessary Tip 38: Use ?Show and Tell? Tip 39: Involve the Participants Tip 40: Play Games Tip 41: Use a Variety of Teaching Methods Section 7: Arrange the Room Tip 42: Make the Room Arrangement Learner Friendly Tip 43: Use This Training Room Set-Up Form Section 8: Select a Variety of Media Tip 44: Use a Variety of Training Aids Tip 45: Choose Appropriate Training Aids Tip 46: Use Aids to Support Specific Objectives Tip 47: Organize Your Audio-Visuals Tip 48: Take Care of Personal Items Tip 49: Arrive One Hour Early Tip 50: Put on a Smile and Have Fun! Develop a Personal Action Plan