Human Resource Development: The New Trainer's Guide [Paperback]

Les Donaldson (Author), Edward Scannell (Author), Edward S. Scannell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 15, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0738203289 | ISBN-13: 978-0738203287 | Edition: 3

Human Resource Development, 3rd Edition, is the revised and expanded version of a book that has helped launch many successful training careers.With a clear and concise blending of learning theory and field-tested procedures, Human Resource Development provides an up-to-date self-development guide for the new trainer—and a handy reference for the seasoned professional. Donaldson and Scannell offer a comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to the field and provide tips and techniques useful in a wide variety of training situations. The book systematically develops the skills necessary to design and conduct successful training programs.This second edition addresses the expanding role and resources of today’s trainer. In a new overview of computer-based instruction, the authors introduce this medium, weigh training needs and costs against potential benefits and applications, and discuss the design features of effective interactive programs. The authors also re-emphasize the mastery of good platform skills, detailing the four-step process for developing interesting and informative presentations. An entire chapter is now devoted to the role and skills of the trainer as facilitator.Human Resource Development also covers:

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About the Author

Les Donaldson is a management and sales training consultant operating his own company, Exceptional Performance Consultants, in Phoenix, Arizona. His positions with a national manufacturing and distribution company included product marketing manager, regional sales manager, and national director of sales training. Mr. Donaldson holds an M.B.A. degree from San Francisco State University and has written five books, including Behavioral Supervision and Conversational Magic. Edward E. Scannell is the Director of the University Conference Bureau at Arizona State University. He was the 1982 National President of ASTD and is currently the Executive Chairman of the International Federation of Training and Development Organizations. As a member of the National Speakers Association, Scannell has given many presentations in the U.S. and abroad. He is the author of numerous books and articles in human resource development, communications, creativity, meeting planning, and management. His seven books include Games Trainers Play and its sequel, More Games Trainers Play. Les Donaldson is a management and sales training consultant operating his own company, Exceptional Performance Consultants, in Phoenix, Arizona. His positions with a national manufacturing and distribution company included product marketing manager, regional sales manager, and national director of sales training. Mr. Donaldson holds an M.B.A. degree from San Francisco State University and has written five books, including Behavioral Supervision and Conversational Magic. Edward E. Scannell is the Director of the University Conference Bureau at Arizona State University. He was the 1982 National President of ASTD and is currently the Executive Chairman of the International Federation of Training and Development Organizations. As a member of the National Speakers Association, Scannell has given many presentations in the U.S. and abroad. He is the author of numerous books and articles in human resource development, communications, creativity, meeting planning, and management. His seven books include Games Trainers Play and its sequel, More Games Trainers Play.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Basic Books; 3 edition (August 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738203289
• ISBN-13: 978-0738203287
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,506,718 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for teachers of adults!, March 26, 2000

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Being an adult trainer for 10 years, I have always wanted to find a book that gave me the best advice on teaching adults. Well here it is! This books talks of so many important things when teaching adults, especially the chapter on motivation and Maslow's theory. To have it written so simply and so clearly, has been fantastic for all of my uni assignments. I use quotes from this book in almost every assignment I do on adult learning. Well done Authors, a fantastic training resource!

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A very well written book on a subject that I often find "boringly" presented. I plan on using it as a complementary text for my graduate course in Instructional Design. It contains enormous amounts of information so well explained in a mere 190 page book. The concepts of training - from needs assessment to evaluation of the program, from principles of learning to concepts of motivation, from facilitating groups, presentation skills, planning and conducting a successful meeting ... the book is truly a gem. The book is unassumingly plain and small - no frills, just plain good and well presented information about organizational learning and training.

3.0 out of 5 stars Narrow spectrum, March 3, 2010

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Unfortunately I purchased this book with the wrong expectations. It deals with how managers can train their employees within the spectrum of HRD. If you need a text with a more general and contextual outlook on HRD, you need to look elsewhere. If you're an entrepreneur or manager and you're looking for advice in how to manage and derive the best from your employees, then you can give this book a try.