Eight steps of the skill training process and 10 rules of learning psychology are discussed as techniques for increasing training effectiveness. The eight steps are: include preevaluate, plan, prepare, present, perform, practice, evaluate performance, and follow up. The 10 rules concern motivation, use of the senses, receptivity, association,…

Examines theories of specific, nonspecific, and metaphoric transfer of learning and outlines 10 factors and techniques to assist adventure educators in linking challenging experiences to students' future learning. (LFL)

Among the ways organizations are providing career development for supervisors are (1) in-house career resource centers, (2) individual development plans, (3) formal career paths or ladders, and (4) career counseling. (CT)

Assesses critically the likely impact of existing inservice programs for training principals, identifying their major shortcomings and suggesting potentially more effective alternatives. Argues that, although a complete curriculum for principal training has yet to be developed, the Principal Profile method offers a foundation for long-term…

Assessed the effects of relocation on 40 institutionalized elderly and examined two treatment programs. Results indicated that, following relocation, low-functioning subjects exhibited an increase in passive-withdrawn behaviors while high-functioning subjects increased in active-outgoing behavior. The behavioral-skills program led to favorable…

This article reports on the scope of activities and the effectiveness of a Colorado program that trained community park and recreation personnel to carry out local cardiac wellness services. Participants were trained to provide rehabilitation and fitness activities for those recovering from heart attacks or surgery and for other high-risk persons.…

Describes the design and implementation of a model leadership training program for women faculty (N=19) at North Carolina Central University. Evaluation showed a greater sense of self-assurance among participants and a resulting increase in their impact on students, colleagues, and supervisors. (JAC)

HRD Cohort Graduate programs are a proven approach in developing a learning community among graduate students and creating a developmental culture, which foster learning transfer. During this innovative session, we will examine the characteristics of Cohort Graduate programs, discuss their advantages, discuss how they can be developed, marketed,…

This study used case closure data to investigate the demographic and disability characteristics, service, and outcomes of 36,497 consumers who are blind or visually impaired served in state-federal vocational rehabilitation (VR) programs. By contrasting key measures reported by separate blindness agencies and general agencies, findings indicate:…

A study examined the impact of a communication training program on the productivity ratings and end-user satisfaction ratings of User Support Professionals (USPs). Subjects, 30 USPs whose training level qualified them to respond to problem solving calls received by a large centralized Help-desk facility located in the southwestern part of the…

Providing technical support to a large, geographically diverse population is a daunting task. Information technology (IT) organizations must contribute to the teaching and learning mission, while supporting complex and visible administrative operations. All universities and colleges face unprecedented challenges in providing effective computing…

The purpose of this paper is to present a model of a master's level internship training program at a university counseling center and to show how master's level therapists, with adequate supervision and training, have enhanced the performance of a counseling center. The first step was to develop a training manual to serve as a roadmap for staff…

The environments of most young children present many opportunities for learning. However, preschoolers who have severe motor disorders are frequently unable to explore the world around them. Project Participate addressed the problems presented by the limitations placed on the activities of preschoolers who have severe motor disorders. During the…

This study examined the short- and long-term effects of the Samford Summer Institute for Teacher Excellence (SSITE 2000), which created a climate for teacher leadership and for educators to connect with leadership resources. It investigated how two teachers and their principal networked with other school leaders, learned from successful leadership…