{"product_id":"9781118972014","title":"Active Training A Handbook of Techniques, Designs, Case Examples, and Tips","description":"\u003ch3\u003eActive Training Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch1\u003eActive Training\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Handbook of Techniques, Designs, Case Examples, and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMelvin L. Silberman | Elaine Biech | Carol Auerbach\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eBusiness \u0026amp; Economics \/ Training\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe all-time bestselling training handbook, updated for new technologies and roles\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eActive Training\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActive 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how the trainer's role has changed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngage learners through any training delivery method\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInspire collaboration and innovation through application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOvercome the challenges trainers face in the new business environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eActive 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, \u003ci\u003eActive Training\u003c\/i\u003e is the complete practical handbook you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e   \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEL SILBERMAN\u003c\/b\u003e 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.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eELAINE BIECH\u003c\/b\u003e is President of ebb associates inc, where she specializes in helping leaders maximize their effectiveness. 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