Download or read book Effective SMEs written by Dale Ludwig and published by Association for Talent Development. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Content expertise isn't enough for the training room. Partnering with subject matter experts can really pay off. SMEs (we pronounce it smees) bring credibility and relevance to live training. They enrich learning programs with their insight and depth of experience. But content expertise alone isn't enough to deliver effective training. . . . SMEs want to do well in the classroom, but it's often unfamiliar terrain. They're authorities on content, not talent development. Without guidance, they may overshare or find themselves unable to facilitate a productive discussion---all of which frustrate learners. But, with the right approach, you can bring SMEs into the training room successfully, in a way that makes learners, instructors, and managers feel like their goals are being met. Effective SMEs: A Trainer's Guide for Helping Subject Matter Experts Facilitate Learning is the blueprint to managing SME-led training. Authors Dale Ludwig and Greg Owen-Boger offer first-rate advice gleaned from decades helping presenters, instructional designers, and SMEs become better communicators. Underlying all their tips is their belief that SMEs and instructional designers must get comfortable with each other's role. The authors lay the groundwork for you, describing the fundamental principles of a successful training event and the personal approach they contend every SME and ID bring to the training table. You'll discover how to design learning events with the needs of SMEs in mind. And you'll try out best practices for coaching SMEs to deliver training efficiently and effectively. The authors also share detailed and relatable workplace scenarios drawn from their vast business experience as well as job aids to assist you in a variety of learning situations. Effective SMEs is the rare book that addresses both designing for SMEs to deliver training and coaching them to be effective once they're in the training room. Don't plan your next live training event without it.

Download or read book Effective SMEs A Trainer s Guide for Helping Subject Matter Experts Facilitate Learning written by Dale Ludwig and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book SMEs From the Ground Up written by Chuck Hodell and published by Association for Talent Development. This book was released on 2013-05-12 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sometimes SMEs can cause problems for your instructional design project. But have you done everything you could to understand, communicate with, and involve your SMEs successfully? From years of experience, there are guidelines for working well with everyone on the design team—but you must include considerations for SMEs. Learn from the good and the bad examples presented, plus use the charts to help you plan for better ISD-SME relationships.

Download or read book Working with SMEs written by Peggy Salvatore and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2015-01-21 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gathering information about a subject and collecting that information from experts is the core process involved in writing a valuable corporate training program. When an instructional designer is writing training that is dependent on the knowledge of others, it is helpful to have schedules and plans for communication, accuracy, and accountability. Working with SMEs offers a framework on how to connect with the correct experts and uncover what they know. The book then gives you the tools and checklists necessary for getting the most out of your subject matter expert.

Download or read book Teaching SMEs to Train written by ATD and published by Association for Talent Development. This book was released on 2014-07-25 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The updated issue of “Teaching SMEs to Train” addresses the skills and traits trainers should look for in the SMEs they wish to collaborate with—including less tangible assets such as enthusiasm—trainer competencies to consider if the SME will be conducting the training session, and training delivery methods and their advantages and disadvantages. Specifically, this issue will show you how to prepare a SME to train, explain course design and development to SMEs, and help SMEs deliver and evaluate training.

Download or read book The Other Blended Learning written by Diann Wilson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-08-05 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Other Blended Learning, Diann Wilson and Ellen Smilanich explain how to successfully blend a variety of learning methods?including mentoring, coaching, on-the-job training, and e-learning?around classroom-delivered content. Though blended learning is most often associated with e-learning, this ?other? blend shows how to maximize the classroom experience to aid learning transfer and improve performance. Written in an easy-to-use format, The Other Blended Learning offers a practical guide for understanding and implementing a successful blended learning approach in any organization no matter what its size or mission.

Download or read book ATD s Handbook for Consultants written by Elaine Biech and published by American Society for Training and Development. This book was released on 2024-05-28 with total page 749 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turn to the Definitive Guide for All Your Consulting Questions ATD’s Handbook for Consultants unpacks what it takes to run a successful consulting practice that delivers world-class solutions for clients all with the benefits of a self-directed work life. As companies and organizations become increasingly strategic with how they use employee resources, more are engaging external consultants as highly skilled temporary labor when they lack the specialized expertise to handle their growing needs. Without the staffing flexibility to complete special projects that require more employee hours and specialized skills, companies recognize the benefits of fresh perspectives, new ideas, outside opinions, and the speed and efficiency of an expert consultant who in many cases has already tackled similar challenges with other companies. Consulting is at the top of the list of career moves for talent development professionals and others who have unique skill sets and expertise. Whether you’re considering branching out on your own, you’ve just launched and are struggling to keep yourself afloat, or you’re looking to take your business to the next level, this book will help you clarify your “why” and make your transition a soft landing. Learn to set a business strategy, write winning business proposals, and market your products and services. Gain perspectives on multiple consulting career paths—from forming an independent consultancy to joining a boutique consulting practice to consulting with a large company. Edited by consulting powerhouse Elaine Biech, this book is broken into five parts: Exploring consulting: So you want to be a consultant Getting started: Plan your consulting future Delivering results: The work of a consultant Developing business: Find and keep clients Focusing on your future: Define success your way Tap into the sage wisdom, actionable takeaways, and practical tools in this book, and set yourself apart from the competition on your journey to becoming a successful consultant.

Download or read book The Synchronous Trainer s Survival Guide written by Jennifer Hofmann and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-08-05 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Synchronous Trainer's Survival Guide is a hands-on resource for enhancing your real-time e-learning sessions. Written by Jennifer Hofmann, a synchronous training leader, it is the first and only book focusing solely on this emerging training method. If you're new to synchronous training, everything you need to know is right here. If you're a seasoned pro the practical tips, tools, and customizable templates in this book will ensure the success of your online training courses, meetings, and events.

Download or read book Understanding and Working with Subject Matter Experts written by Dean Reed and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-28 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the beginning of time, individuals in every aspect of life have been asked to share their knowledge with others. This passing of knowledge from one person to the next has changed little over time. It's simply one person showing or telling someone else what they already know. When you think about it, it would be difficult to learn anything these days without someone sharing what they've already learned. This "someone" is the Subject Matter Expert or SME for short. (Pronounced "smee".) Learning how to effectively prepare for and work with a SME is crucial for the type of partnerships required to create effective instructional materials. This book will dive into how SME's think and work and share with you want you need to know in order to prepare for and cultivate successful SME relationships.

Download or read book The Handbook of Training Technologies written by William J. Rothwell and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-15 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important resource offers an understanding of the basic principles that underlie training methods and the use of technology training in the workplace. The authors provide a primer for the four pervading and more advanced technologies used in business training—the Internet, computer-based training, knowledge management systems, and decision support tools. Appropriate for those who have little or no formal training in educational technology, this book addresses such topics as the decision to use, the pros and cons for using, and presentation strategies for media as varied as the Internet, teleconferencing, videoconferencing, satellite distance learning, and electronic performance support systems. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Know How written by Harold D. Stolovitch and published by Association for Talent Development. This book was released on 2020-11-10 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turn Your Know-How Into Someone Else’s Know-How-To Everyone—whether subject matter experts, proficient performers, managers, coaches, or co-workers—will need to transfer knowledge to others at some point in their life. And, often, that responsibility falls to an occasional trainer, someone with considerable knowledge and experience on how to perform a task, but little expertise to successfully transfer their know-how to another. What they need is a great resource to round out their repertoire of training skills. Enter Know-How. This easy-to-read book lays out a simple-to-follow path to help the trainers and occasional trainers with whom you work improve their impact. Adding to the sustained influence of their previous books, especially Telling Ain’t Training, Harold and Erica have written a fun, effective guide on how to make your know-how stick to another’s brain. The 12 chapters each focus on a single theme and are sequenced like stepping-stones to help you understand how to best transfer know-how to those who learn from you. Chapters include brief explanations, guidance, tools, activities, tangible and accessible examples of real-world applications, and a summary exercise to reinforce your retention of key points. Discover what you need now to quickly get people learning and up-to-speed. No fumbling, bumbling, rambling, or messing with people’s heads—this book delivers know-how.

Download or read book Mastering the Art of Training Trainers written by Aditya Pratap Bhuyan and published by Aditya Pratap Bhuyan. This book was released on 2024-07-30 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving world, the role of a trainer has become more critical than ever. "Mastering the Art of Training Trainers: A Comprehensive Guide" serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to excel in the field of training and development. This book delves deep into the principles, methods, and strategies required to effectively train and empower others, ensuring that knowledge and skills are transferred seamlessly and impactfully. This comprehensive guide begins with an exploration of adult learning principles, highlighting the unique characteristics and needs of adult learners. It then moves into designing effective training programs, offering practical insights on needs assessment, setting learning objectives, and creating engaging content tailored to diverse audiences. Readers will find detailed discussions on various training delivery methods, from traditional classroom settings to cutting-edge e-learning platforms and blended learning approaches. The book emphasizes the importance of developing facilitation skills, covering essential topics such as communication, managing group dynamics, and handling difficult participants. One of the standout features of this book is its focus on utilizing technology in training. Trainers will learn how to leverage the latest tools and platforms to create interactive and immersive learning experiences. The book also addresses the crucial aspect of assessing training effectiveness, providing robust evaluation models and feedback mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement. "Mastering the Art of Training Trainers" includes a rich array of case studies and real-life examples, showcasing successful training initiatives across various industries. These stories offer valuable lessons and practical applications, helping trainers understand the real-world impact of their efforts. In addition to providing a solid foundation in training principles and practices, the book offers guidance on building a training career. It explores career pathways, professional development opportunities, and the importance of networking within the training community. With its thorough coverage and practical approach, "Mastering the Art of Training Trainers" is an indispensable tool for aspiring and experienced trainers alike. Whether you're new to the field or looking to enhance your skills, this book will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to deliver exceptional training programs that inspire and transform.

Download or read book Train the Trainer written by Karen Lawson and published by Pfeiffer. This book was released on 1998-06-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The demand for training often exceeds the available resources. That's when organizations turn to their subject matter experts. These employees often have no training experience, but they have valuable information to share with their co-workers. The Train-the-Trainer workshop is the helping hand that no new trainer can do without. The Facilitator's Guide gives you the tips, tools, checklists, and guidelines you need to conduct an effective, interactive train-the-trainer program. You'll teach new trainers how to: * Conduct a needs assessment * Identify their training style * Design their instructional plan * Use active training techniques * Deliver their training * Evaluate their training . . . and much more!

Download or read book Product Training for the Technical Expert written by Daniel W. Bixby and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-03-12 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I was pleased to review Dan's new book - pleased because he addresses an old topic in a new way. He is making no assumptions for trainers who are not fully experienced and seasoned. He takes them step-by-step through practical and realistic methods to set up training graduates to actually be on-the-job performers. Enjoy, learn and be inspired. Jim Kirkpatrick, PhD Senior Consultant, Kirkpatrick Partners, USA Daniel Bixby’s approach to Product Training for technical experts is practical, relevant and exactly what anyone who is required to train others on technical content really needs. He writes with candor and with a sense of ease, making the reader feel as though he is right there with you helping to develop your training competency. A must read for anyone on your team required to provide technical training to others! Jennifer Alfaro Chief Human Resources Officer, USA An expert guide to developing and delivering technical product training programs While there are many books on talent development, leadership training, and internal training program development, there are precious few offering subject matter experts (SME’s) guidance on training others to get the most out of their products. Written by a training expert with many years of experience working at top technology companies, Product Training for the Technical Expert fills that yawning gap in the training literature by providing technical experts with a comprehensive handbook on becoming effective product training instructors. When new technology is rapidly transformed into products for popular consumption, technical experts, such as engineers, and other subject matter experts, are the ones tasked with instructing the public on their use. Unfortunately, most them have little or no prior experience or training in adult education and don’t have a clue about how to transfer their knowledge to others. In this book, author Daniel W. Bixby draws upon his vast experience developing and delivering training programs at Honeywell, Delphax, Telex, Bosch, and TE Connectivity, among other technology companies, to arm SMEs with the knowledge and skills they need to add “Product Training Specialist” to their resumes. Addresses an area of training too often overlooked and ignored in the professional literature Equips SMEs with the tools they need to become effective product instructors Covers both the educational and business aspects of product training for SMEs Packed with tables, illustrations, problem-and-solution sets, tutorials, enlightening real-world examples, worksheets, and group or self-study questions Features a companion website with worksheets and other valuable tools: www.wiley.com/go/bixbycert A must-have professional development resource for students and experienced technical experts alike Product Training for the Technical Expert is an ideal guide forengineers, product managers, product marketing managers, and technical instructors looking to expand their repertoires and hone their skills. It also makes an excellent course text for graduate-level engineering programs.

Download or read book Train the Trainer written by Bonnie Jones and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-08-11 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Subject Matter Experts are often called upon to deliver training. They know the content, but are not sure where to begin. This book offers tips and tricks of the trade to keep participants engaged in a learning environment for a successful training experience.

Download or read book Training That Delivers Results written by Dick Handshaw and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2014-05-28 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a far better way to educate employees, one that connects learning solutions with strategic business goals. When companies recognize the need for training in a specific topic, they often apply the same standard instruction they utilized the last time they addressed a need for training--which was in a completely different area! However, a one-size-fits-all approaches rarely work anywhere, especially in the professional world. With more than 30 years of experience as a learning and performance improvement professional, author Dick Handshaw proposes that organizations cannot simply tell their trainers what to teach but rather they need to proactively collect data to define problems and develop unique training interventions. Handshaw's results-oriented model is systematic, yet flexible, and works for both instructor-led training and e-learning. In Training That Delivers Results, you will learn how to: Analyze performance gaps Create targeted performance objectives and connect them with the right measurement tools Determine the best instructional strategy and the appropriate media Build consensus with project blueprint meetings Evaluate the effectiveness of training and use the data to continually improve Training will not be effective and beneficial in sustaining, rewarding ways unless the employee education experience is successfully linked with the overall business goals. Training That Delivers Results supplies the tools, worksheets, and assessments needed to tie the learning experience to enhanced performance outcomes--and deliver sustainable, quantifiable business results.

Download or read book A Practical Guide to Training and Development written by Michael Moskowitz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-07-23 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To stay ahead of the competition, today?s organizations must investin ongoing training that continuously improves their employees?knowledge and skills. A Practical Guide to Training andDevelopment is a comprehensive resource that offers atheoretical, strategic, and practical foundation of the entiretraining process. The book outlines a step-by-step approach forassessing, designing, delivering and evaluating training.