Book Description
The third edition of Strategies for Reading Assessment and Instruction provides a wealth of complementary and practical ideas for teachers who need to assess and address students' reading achievement.
Each of the strategy-driven chapters moves from a set of theory-informed assessment tools to intervention strategies that will address students' reading needs. The indispensable IF-THEN charts present these strategies in an instantly applicable manner. Readers diagnose the specific problem their students are having, then immediately discover which of the chapter's strategies are most beneficial in assisting them.
Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, and General Inservice teachers.
Book Description
Developing Technical Training Second Edition A Structured Approach for Developing Classroom and Computer-Based Instructional Materials By Ruth Colvin Clark, EdD
The goal of this second edition of Developing Technical Training is the same as it was ten years ago: to provide a structured, research-based methodology for the development of instructional materials that most effectively convert information to knowledge for delivery via workbook for classroom training and via computer for technological delivery. But in the ten years since the first writing of Developing Technical Training, much as changed in technology-driven instruction.
The most dramatic differences are advances in technological delivery capabilities. Ten years ago most computer training was mainframe delivered. It was limited to text and to very simple keyboard graphics. Colors were minimal and there was no sound or animation. Simulations consisted of procedural demonstrations on the use of mainframe computer systems. Today, all that has changed. Virtually all the computer examples in the book have been updated to examples drawn from web-based training or CD-ROM.
Whether you are a technical expert or a professional trainer, this practical guide will help you use the instructional strategies that will motivate your learners. By using the systematic process addressed in the book, trainers and performance technologists can ensure positive learning outcomes that will produce superior bottom-line results for your organization.
Customer Reviews:
An Amazing Resource.......2006-06-06
I've been using Dr. Clark's method of instructional design since 1992 to develop training materials targeted at highly-skilled software engineers. Again and again, students have commented on the way these course materials are not only helpful during class, but also later as reference materials when they're trying to apply what they've learned.
Be warned: Developing these kinds of "information mapped" training materials requires more effort than simply throwing together some PowerPoint slides with a few bullet items. But trust me, your students will thank you.
Instructional Designer's Handbook.......2006-02-20
Dr. Clark's instructional methods in this book describe five different areas: facts, concepts, processes, procedures and principles of technical training. It summarizes and applies current research that illustrates instructional strategies allowing instructional designers to better grasp these training processes. I liked the way she applied these instructional methods in a clear-cut, uncomplicated way throughout the book.
Required reading for any trainer.......2000-01-28
This book provides all the instructional design details for the five content types. It describes the what and why of instructional design and describes how to display it on paper and a computer screen. There is a full chapter dedicated to CBT design. I am recommending this book as required reading for all our trainers.
Book Description
This important resource translates the popular Six Sigma methodologies, tools, and techniques in a way that is customized specifically for the design, implementation, and measurement of employee development programs. A proven alternative to the Kirkpatrick Model, this new model offers a more effective method for designing and testing the effectiveness of training. Throughout the book, the author presents tools in a user-friendly and understandable format that is tailored for implementation in the development and measurement of employee learning programs. Step-by-step, Developing and Measuring Training the Six Sigma Way walks the reader through the highly effective and proven DMADDI™ process.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent!.......2007-05-21
The book offers an entirely new perspective on training programs.
It will be extremely handy for any training and development professional.
New Insight.......2007-01-11
I think this book provides new insight to a topic in a manner that can be used in varied organizational settings. As an administrator at a major University, I especially liked the fact that this book is written in a way that even the non Six Sigma exert can pick it up and apply the principles.
Fantastic!!.......2007-01-09
Anyone in a leadership position endeavoring to create value through
their human assets should study this book. Developing and Measuring
Training the Six Sigma Way is the book on how to do it.
A must-read guide!.......2007-01-08
Rarely does a book come along that provides new insights into a topic in a manner that can be used in varied organizational settings. Kaliym Islam has written the first book that shows how training professionals and businesspeople can work together to create real business results. This is a practical, insightful, demystifying guide into the why, what, who and, most importantly - the HOW - to utilize Six Sigma for value creation. If you're looking for a practical map to guide you in maximizing training and change initiatives, this is it! Every professional involved in training, whether a designer, developer, manager or stakeholder, will benefit in that Mr. Islam is sharing valuable steps needed to ensure successfully implemented training solutions every time."
Book Description
At a time when society is demanding accountability from the medical education system and residency review committees are demanding written curricula, this book offers a practical, yet theoretically sound, approach to curriculum development in medicine.
The approach described in Curriculum Development for Medical Education has evolved over the past ten years, during which time the authors have taught curriculum development and evaluation skills to faculty and fellows in the Johns Hopkins University Faculty Development Program for Clinician-Educators. Program participants have used the techniques described here to develop curricula on topics as diverse as advance directives, office gynecology for the generalist, a renal elective for internal medicine residents, and an office-based preceptorship for first-year medical students.
Short, practical, and generic in its approach, the book begins with an overview of a six-step approach to curriculum development. Each succeeding chapter then covers one of the six steps: problem identification; targeted needs assessment; goals and objectives; education methods; implementation; and evaluation. Additional chapters address curriculum maintenance, enhancement, and dissemination. Throughout, examples are used to illustrate major points. An appendix provides the reader with a selected list of published and unpublished resources on funding, faculty development, and already developed curricula. Curriculum Development for Medical Education is designed for use by program directors and others who are responsible for the educational experiences of medical students, residents, fellows, and clinical practitioners.
Customer Reviews:
Helpful guide to organize medical curriculum change.......1999-05-26
Six step approach systematically guides the process of problem identification,needs assessment, writing goals and objectives, educational strategies, implementation process, and getting worthwhile evaluation and feedback. Based upon Johns Hopkins Internal Medicine model but substantial utility for all medical disciplines. I will use it in redesigning curriculum at my institution. Highly recommended!
Paul Evans DO, Associate Dean for Curricular Affairs, Oklahoma State University COM
Book Description
From Telling to Teaching introduces educators of adults to a dynamic, motivational dialogue approach that breathes new life and energy into everyone involved. Readers learn how to set positive learning environments, activate prior learning, incorporate a variety of teaching approaches, engage learners in dialogue, and reinforce the learning. The volume includes a proven, step by step approach to curriculum design that has already been used by thousands of educators, volunteer trainers, and staff development specialists worldwide. Readers will also be introduced to the basic facilitation skills required to raise all learner voices and lift levels of learner engagement.
Customer Reviews:
Simple and Effective!.......2007-07-31
This is a MUST HAVE for presenters/trainers. An easy read packed with simple, powerful and effective training techniques. After years of presenting and training, I've finally found the basic "instuction manual" I've been looking for. Fundamental tips, presented in a way that is simple to grasp and just as easy to apply. Now that I've read this, I'm revising all my training materials. Not only are my presentations more effective and engaging for participants as a result of reading this, but they are much more interesting as a presenter.
COMPACT AND COMPREHENSIVE.......2003-08-19
In this short book, Dr. Joye Norris uses her long experience in adult education to show us a clear route towards learning. Reading this book is like taking a course with her! In an accessible and readable format, Dr. Norris shows teachers and designers of adult learning sessions not only how to, but also why this approach works.
I recommend this book to adult educators, to academics who teach adult education and to designers of training in any field. It will give you a sense of the arduous journey we who are concerned about learning, need to take to move from telling to teaching.
Book Description
Dual language immersion is one of the most important movements in second language education today. But many teachers, administrators, and policy makers have questions. How is it different from traditional second language instruction? What does it look like? What are its goals? And most important: How is it implemented?
In 7 Steps to Success in Dual Language Immersion, you'll find answers to these broad questions. You'll also discover a blueprint for implementation and instruction at the K - 5 level that works. Lore Carrera - Carrillo and Annette Rickert Smith describe a step-by-step, start-to-finish model for teaching across the content areas in two languages. They guide you through all of the seven key steps, including:
- creating a program overview
- organizing classroom space
- planning instruction
- using exemplary teaching methods
- teaching through hands-on activities
- supporting instruction and accountability through assessment
- building community support
In addition, they show you how exemplary programs work, and their instructional plan includes familiar formats such as balanced literacy, integrated thematic instruction, hands-on math and science lessons, and cooperative learning. Their ideas and resources will also help you secure the support of parents and community members whose help is vital to the long-term success of any two-way initiative.
If you are moving from a single language to a dual language setting, or if you want to better understand the biliterate setting you're in, read 7 Steps to Success in Dual Language Immersion. You'll get the practical, proven support you need to help students achieve in any language.
Book Description
Although the new millennium has ushered in an era of emphasis on e-commerce and globalization, trained sales professionals are still in demand. And developing them has never been more important. Many organizations lack a strategy and a structure for hiring, training, and developing sales professionals. This book provides a systematic framework and customizable approach to addressing this important organizational need. The case studies, lessons learned, and suggested development activities provide input from successful sales professionals that allows readers to gain valuable insight for improving the performance of their own sales organizations. For sales leaders, HR professionals, front-line managers, and others charged with the responsibility of developing an in-house sales development program or initiative, this book provides a roadmap and guide for building, implementing, and maintaining in-house programs for sales professionals across many industries, including manufacturing, health care, and the service sector. This work supplements the input from experienced sales professionals collected by personal interviews or survey instruments with material gleaned from the authors' personal experiences and involvement in a wide array of sales training and consulting projects.
Book Description
Approaches to Training and Development provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the field of organizational training and human-resource development. It surveys the methods, functions, and goals of training--from needs assessment to implementation--illustrating each step of an effective training program. This new edition includes updates throughout, with fresh examples and current references, with an emphasis on evaluating and explaining new training. Comprehensive, authoritative, and accessible, this new edition will prove an essential resource to a new generation of trainers, HRD professionals, educators, and managers.
Customer Reviews:
Mullins Books-Approaches to Training and Development.......2006-05-20
This is the first purchase I made from Mullins. The timeframe of the book was consistent with their e-mails and the book I recieved looks brand new even though it was listed as used. I would buy from them again.
Solid book!.......2004-04-11
This is a thorough and up-to-date textbook on the training and development of human resources. No gimmicks and excellent references. The writing is straight-forward with a nice balance between theory and practice. The authors don't preach and don't talk down to readers.
Practical Guide for Training & Development.......2000-07-26
Dugan's book is an excellent resource for both instructor's and T&D managers. It is filled with useful information covering the entire spectrum of training in organizations in an easy to understand format. Despite it's relative age, the information is current and beneficial. I would highly recommend this book for anyone in a training position, and especially as a guide for new training managers.
Book Description
"Teachers helping teachers is a great way to create a powerful instructional staff. Knight has included very practical and useful tools to help teachers achieve excellence."
—Dale E. Moxley, Principal, Round Lake Elementary School, Mount Dora, FL
"Provides valuable insight for mentors who are in the field working daily with novice teachers."
J. Helen Perkins, Assistant Professor, The University of Memphis
An innovative professional development strategy that facilitates change, improves instruction, and transforms school culture!
Instructional coaching, a research-based, job-embedded approach to instructional intervention, provides the assistance and encouragement necessary to implement new programs that improve student learning. The product of more than eight years of study, this approach to professional development has been proven to help schools respond to the pressures of accountability and reform.
Experienced trainer, developer, and researcher Jim Knight describes the "nuts and bolts" of instructional coaching and explains the essential skills that instructional coaches need, including getting teachers on board, providing model lessons, observing teachers, and engaging in reflective conversations. Each user-friendly chapter includes:
- First-person stories from successful coaches
- Sidebars highlighting important information
- A "Going Deeper" section of suggested resources
- Forms, worksheets, checklists, logs, reports, and other ready-to-use tools
- A short summary of the main chapter points
This book is perfect for coaches, aspiring coaches, as well as the staff developers, trainers, teacher leaders, principals, and other educators who work with coaches and oversee coaching programs.
Books:
- StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
- Supervision in Social Work
- Teacher Interviews: How to Get Them and How to Get Hired!
- The Accelerated Learning Handbook: A Creative Guide to Designing and Delivering Faster, More Effective Training Programs
- The Accelerated Learning Handbook: A Creative Guide to Designing and Delivering Faster, More Effective Training Programs
- The Art and Science of 360 Degree Feedback
- The Art of Project Management (Theory in Practice (O'Reilly))
- The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook
- The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization
- The Foxfire Book: Hog Dressing, Log Cabin Building, Mountain Crafts and Foods, Planting by the Signs, Snake Lore, Hunting Tales, Faith Healing, Moonshining
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Qualitative Reading Inventory-4 (4th Edition)
Comprehensive Reading Inventory: Measuring Reading Development in Regular and Special Education Classrooms
Words Their Way: Word Study for Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling Instruction (4th Edition)
Action Research: A Guide for the Teacher Researcher (3rd Edition)
Strategies and Models for Teachers: Teaching Content and Thinking Skills (5th Edition)
