101 Ways to Make Training Active (with CD-ROM)

Silberman (emeritus, Temple University) offers 24 strategies for opening a training session, 56 instructional techniques for teaching skills and attitudes actively, and 21 activities for concluding the program. Each lesson provides step-by-step procedures, variations, and a case example. The second edition adds a CD-ROM containing 200 tips organized into 20 lists for reproduction. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Mel Silberman is former professor emeritus of adult and organizational development at Temple University, where he received its Great Teacher Award. He is also president of Active Training, Princeton, New Jersey, a consulting firm that provides courses on active training techniques, interpersonal intelligence, and team facilitation. He is the author and editor of over 30 books, including Active Training, The Best of Active Training, and The 60-Minute Active Training Series.