Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Describe traditional training methods, computer-based training methods, and e-learning, including appropriate uses for each.

STUDY GUIDE

Training Design and Development

Abernathy, D. J. (1999). Thinking outside the evaluation box. Training & Development, 53(2), 18-20.

Beck, N., &Kieser, A. (2003). The complexity of rule systems, experience and organizational learning. Organization Studies, 24(5), 793-814.
Ketter, P. (2010). Evidence-based training methods: Toward a professional level of practice. T+D, 64(4), 54-58.

Price, J. F., Jr. (2013). Strategic distraction: The consequence of neglecting organizational design. Air & Space Power Journal - Africa and Francophonie, 4(4), 48-56.

Wagner, C. G. (1991). The fifth discipline: The art and practice of the learning organization. The Futurist, 25(5), 41.

Suggested Reading

In the Unit Lesson, we discuss Kirkpatrick's evaluation model that focuses on reflection of the training program. If you would like to study this concept further, consider reading the full book:

Kirkpatrick, D. & Kirkpatrick, J. (2006). Evaluating training programs: The four levels (3rd ed.). San Francisco