TRAINING

AND
DEVELOPMENT
Training Methods
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 Training Methods
Traditional training:
Presentation methods.
Hands-on methods.
Group building methods.
Technology-based training:
Synchronous learning.
Asynchronous learning.
Blended learning 2
 Presentation Methods
In a presentation method, content is
presented to trainees who are passive
recipients of information:
Lecture.
Lecture enhanced through audiovisual
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 Hands-on Methods (OJT)
Hands-on methods require the trainee to be
actively involved in learning:
On-the-job training.
Self-directed learning.
Apprenticeship.
Simulations
Case studies
Business games
Role plays
Behavior modeling 4
 Group-Building Methods
Group-building methods are designed to
improve team or group effectiveness.
Experiential learning process:
1. Gain conceptual knowledge and theory.
2. Take part in a behavioral simulation.
3. Analyze the activity.
4. Connect the theory and activity with on-
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 Group-Building Methods
Adventure learning:
Outdoor activities.
Wilderness training.
Team training:
Cross training.
Coordination training.
Team leader training.
Action learning 6
 Advantages and Disadvantages of
Training Methods
Method Pros Cons
Opportunity to Does not involve
Demonstration
provide feedback. everyone.
Good practice for May be
Role play participants and dominated by a
involvement. few participants.
Good for high Passive and not
Lecture content if stimulating.
presenter is good.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of
Training Methods
Method Pros Cons
Good focus and May be
Case study high dominated by a
involvement. few participants.
High content and Low learner
Panel
variety of involvement.
Discussion
perspectives.

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 Pros and Cons of Various
Training Activities
Method Pros Cons
Field trips Allow for sensory Needs prior
perception. preparation.
Small group Highly participatory May be
tasks and task oriented. dominated by a
few participants.
Video or Good focus and pre- Little participant
film designed. interaction.
May enhance
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 Pros and Cons of Various
Training Activities
Method Pros Cons
Large Highly energizing May be
group and high dominated by a
discussion participation. few participants.
Fishbowl Develops Limited active
activities understanding of participation in
concepts and activity.
differing
perspectives.
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