What Smart Trainers Know

In this one-stop compilation of the topics most important to training and development professionals, a wide range of leaders in human resource development share their suggestions, insights, and expertise. In thirty-five mini-chapters, What Smart Trainers Know targets the issues pertinent to both new and seasoned practitioners and offers fast and easy access to the basic information they need. Emphasizing practical applications of theory, this collection covers all the basic needs of HRD practitioners in five key categories: strategic training and development, employee and organizational development, assessment and evaluation, training and development design, and training and development methods. "What Smart Trainers Know provides a wealth of critical and practical references from some of the most acclaimed thought leaders in the HRD profession. Lorraine L. Ukens' book will provide all trainers with a 'one-stop' resource for expanding their expertise."—Richard Chang, CEO, Richard Chang Associates, and author, The Passion Plan and Performance Scorecards "Whether you're new to training or a seasoned pro, looking for theory or practical application or needing to be revitalized or reconfirmed, What Smart Trainers Know has been written by the best-of-the-best to deliver what you need."—Elaine Biech, ebb associates inc., and author, The Business of Consulting

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Written by highly regarded experts in the field—including Zane L. Berge, Jay A. Conger, Robert Hargrove, James M. Kouzes, Julie O'Mara, Barry Z. Posner, Fran Rees, William J. Rothwell, and Edgar H. Schein—What Smart Trainers Know offers you a comprehensive guide to the HRD profession's most critical issues. In thirty-five mini-chapters (each of which can be read in approximately fifteen minutes) the book provides a handy resource for new practitioners who want to develop a broad working knowledge of the field. The book also offers seasoned professionals the opportunity to examine the latest thinking from a wide range of noted experts.

Emphasizing practical applications of theory, this collection covers all the basic needs of HRD practitioners in five key categories:
* Strategic training and development
* Employee and organizational development
* Assessment and evaluation
* Training and development design
* Training and development methods

"Whether you're new to training or a seasoned pro, looking for theory or practical application or needing to be revitalized or reconfirmed, What Smart Trainers Know has been written by the best-of-the-best to deliver what you need."
—Elaine Biech, ebb associates inc., and author, The Business of Consulting

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Thirty-five mini-chapters (each of which can be read in about 15 minutes) provide guidelines and ideas for new practitioners in the field of human resource development (HRD), and expose seasoned professionals to the latest thinking in the field from a range of academics and consultants. Theoretical research is translated into practical applications in assessment, evaluation, and employee and organization development. There is advice on training methods such as games and distance learning, and material on learning styles and the role of motivation. Ukens is the owner of a training and consulting firm, and a faculty member of Towson University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

LORRAINE L. UKENS is the owner of Team-ing with Success, a training and consulting firm that provides assessment, training, and evaluation services to businesses and government organizations. She is also an adjunct faculty member at Towson University in Maryland and the author of several training books and games, including Energize Your Audience! (Jossey-Bass/Pfeiffer, 2000).