A process for selecting training methods

The problem with decision-making Enter the tool Defining the problem What are the options? Criteria for assessing alternatives Ways of comparing methods Making assumptions Totalling up costs Weighing up the options The Training Methods Selector Tool

What are the options?

Self-instruction:

Web-based with on-line support: here the training is delivered over an intranet or the Internet, with a facility for remote interaction with a tutor or subject-matter expert. Because bandwidth is normally limited, you have to assume that video and audio would not be available.

Stand-alone multimedia PC: in this case, the training is delivered off the hard disk or, more likely, CD-ROM, with audio and video capabilities.

Multimedia PC / on-line hybrid: this combines the multimedia capabilities of CD-ROM with the potential for updates of volatile information, collaboration and tutorial support that can be achieved through the on-line connection.

Multimedia PC in small groups: this is the same as the second example above, but in this case the training is delivered to a small group.

Workbook alone: the training is delivered through a workbook, with support from no other media.

Video and workbook: As above, but with the aid of a video cassette (or TV broadcast).

Audio and workbook: The workbook is supplemented by audio from tape, CD or radio.

On-job instruction:

One-to-one instruction: here the training, coaching or mentoring is carried out for a single trainee.

Instruction in small group: As above but with a number of trainees.

Classroom training:

Class with only basic visual aids: this is the standard classroom situation with the normal resources such as flip charts, OHPs, white boards, etc.

Class with full audio-visual support: in this case the classroom is equipped with facilities such as a video projector connected to a PC as well as TV or video.

Class with a/v & actual equipment: the difference here is that the equipment used in the workplace - PCs, machinery, etc. - is available in the classroom for trainees to practise on.

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