This key resource for all training professionals has been carefully revised and updated. The focus continues to be on delivering results, not just training. All the basics are coveredâ how to tap into learnersâ motivation, customizing for your audience, great presentation techniques, and creative activities that you can use.

New in the third edition:

* training as a process, not an event
* five alternative solutions to performance problems
* creating compelling, high impact visuals
* five key questions to ask before implementing e-Learning
* three reasons why assessment is key
* seven questions to answer before using instrumented learning

Contents:

Chapter 1: Creative Genesis
The Origin and Foundation of Creative Training Techniques

Chapter 2: Presentation Preparation
How to Get Rave Reviews and Results Before You Open Your Mouth

Chapter 3: Learner Motivation
Making Sure the Audience Keeps Learning After Youâ ve Finished Teaching

Chapter 4: Visual Aids
How to Keep Their Attention When You Absolutely Have to Talk

Chapter 5: Group Involvement
There’s More to Teaching Than Talking to Them

Chapter 6: Creative Materials
Projects, Case Studies and Role Plays That Encourage Students to Learn from Each Other and Their Shared Life Experiences

Chapter 7: Creating Effective Resource Materials
Materials That Put the Need to Know, Nice to Know, and How to Find at Peopleâ s Fingertips

Chapter 8: Presentation Techniques
How to Build and Deliver Powerful Presentations

Chapter 9: Customizing Training
Getting Your Needs Met Outside and Inside Your Organization

Chapter 10: Closing the Circle
Putting It All Together: Some Final Thoughts

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