Secrets to Enliven Learning: How to Develop Extraordinary Self-Directed Training Materials

Petit, Ann

Custom training materials made easy!

You will flawlessly design your own distinctive training materialswith this practical, easy-reading handbook. Petit invites you intoher remarkable book with encouraging words: You'll find that beingextraordinary rather than ordinary is easier than you think! and Ifyou make mistakes, consider them ordinary events on the road toextraordinary results. She's right. We guarantee that your resultswith this book will exceed any of your expectations.

Motivate your trainees with training materials that:

* Capture attention
* Highlight the important information
* Relate ideas logically...and much more!
You get checklists, you get exercises, you get models, games,samples, and references. Petit teaches the value of economicaldesigns--Fill the learner, not the page, she writes--and simplewords--Collect plain words and spAnd them wisely.

With irresistable verve, Petit introduces you to the 3 Ps ofsuccessful training materials:

* Preparation: Making sure the cover beckons; fostering a positivelearning environment; offering incentives to learn; and guidingwith clear instructions
* Presentation: Using appearance to aid comprehension; usingfriAndly, energetic, understandable words; arranging content foroptimal learning; and using words creatively to reinforce,emphasize, enliven learning

Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, you'llappreciate the practical approach of this smart and charmingreference. Grab your pen or pencil, open your mind, and GO!

Details

Published by: Pfeiffer

Publication Date: 1994-07-27

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9780883904169

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Dimensions: 282.5cm x217.5cm

Pages: 174.0