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Tables of Contents for Planning for Effective Technical Training
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Introduction: How Will This Book Help You?
xiii
Two Approaches to Training
Legal Liabilities in Training
Design of the Book
Questionnaire: What do You Already Know About Training Procedures?
xvii
Section A: PLANNING FOR TRAINING
Why Must This Subject be Taught?
3
8
Training Situation
Academic Situation
Maybe Training Is NOT the Answer!
Gathering Data in Support of a Training Need
Training Needs Statement
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
What am I Supposed to Teach?
11
10
State Goal for Subject
List Topics for Subject
Select and Outline Subject Content
Analyze a Performance Skill
Sources of Information
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How do I Write Objectives?
21
10
Importance of Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives and Subject Content
Writing Learning Objectives
Special Awareness When Writing Objectives
Categories of Objectives
Inform Students of Required Objectives
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Who are my Students?
31
8
Background Experience
Learning Styles
Attitude Toward Subject
Competencies Relating to Subject
Special Features of Adult Learners
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How Can I do the Training?
39
12
Categories of Teaching and Learning Methods
Presentation to a Class
Self-Paced Learning
Small Group Activities
On-the-Job Training
Attention to Safety Guidelines
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
What Resources Can I Use?
51
6
Resources and Their Features
Selecting Resources for Use
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How do I Test Student Learning?
57
14
Standards of Achievement
Relation Between Testing and Learning Objectives
Testing Cognitive (Knowledge) Objectives
Testing Psychomotor (Skill) Objectives
Evaluating Affective (Attitudinal) Objectives
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Section B: PREPARING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Chalkboards and Flipcharts
71
8
The Chalkboard
Features
The Flipchart
Features
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Printed Materials
79
6
Features
Types of Printed Materials
Planning and Preparing Printed Materials
Using Printed Materials
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Overhead Transparencies
85
8
Features
Planning Transparencies
Preparing Transparencies
Special Instructional Techniques with Transparencies
Completing and Filing Transparencies
Using the Overhead Projector
Using a Video Presentation Stand
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Slides and Slide/Tape Programs
93
6
Features
Planning an Instructional Slide Program
Producing Slides and Slide/Tape Program
Using Slides and Slide/Tape Program
Transferring Slide Program to Videotape
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Audiotape Recordings
99
6
Features
Planning a Recording
Making the Recording
Using the Recording
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Video Recordings
105
12
Features
Basic Video Terms
Video Training Styles
Planning for Video Production
Making the Video Recording
Lighting Video Scenes
Preparing Graphics for Video Production
Editing the Recording
Camcorder Care
Using Video Recordings
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Interactive Technologies
117
18
Features
Forms of Interactive Learning Media
Adapting Conventional Media
Using Computer-Based Technologies
Essential Information
Computer-Based Training (CBT)
Computer/Videotape
Computer/Videodisc
Interactive Multimedia
Evaluating Interactive Programs for Use
Using Interactive Resources
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Section C: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
How do I Develop an Instructional Plan, a Topic Plan, and a Lesson Plan?
135
12
Principles and Practices for Successful Learning
Organize the Training Course
Instructional Plan for a Course
Topic Plan
Lesson Plan
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How do I Develop and Implement a Flexible Self-Instructional Plan and On-the-Job Training?
147
10
Benefits and Limitations of a Self-Instructional Program
Developing a Self-Study Module
Using a Self-Study Module
Evaluating Self-Study Modules
Developing On-the-Job Training
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How do I Carry-Out Classroom Instruction?
157
6
Preparing the Room
Scheduling Equipment
Presentation Skills
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
How do I Determine Training Results?
163
10
Program Effectiveness
Program Efficiency
Program Costs
Subjective Measures
Follow-up Benefits
Training Program Modification and Improvement
Summary --- Review Exercise --- References
Epilogue
173
2
Glossary
175
6
Index
181