T&D articles from April 2004

T&D archives from April 2004

What's new.(Frontpage)
April 1, 2004... April is traditionally the month of renewal: new growth, new buddings. Certainly, this issue of T+D is about new and growth. For example, it features part 2 of ASTD's competency study, "Mapping the Future: Shaping New Workplace Learning and...

Lost focus?(Mailbox)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... I have been a reader of T+D magazine... for well over a half century. In recent years, I have seen a slow and steady movement away from individual learning in the workplace to other areas such as organization learning. I'm not against...

A seat at the table.(Mailbox)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... Excellent article by Kevin Oakes [E-Learning, February]. I enjoyed it, and agree with it totally. I am a trainer, ex-sales manager, consultant, etc. The organizations that struggle are the ones whose employees do not understand their role...

Correction.(Mailbox)(Correction Notice)
April 1, 2004... The Sarbanes-Oxley Act is misspelled "Sarbannes-Oxley" in Sam Adkin's article "Beneath the Tip of the Iceberg" (February). We regret the error.

Workforce of tomorrow: how can we prepare all youth for future work success?(Intelligence)
April 1, 2004... The workforce of tomorrow is growing up today. Unfortunately, many youth are not getting the education or experience they need to succeed as they enter the work world. Education. In 2002, I wrote about Daniel Pink, the author of Free Agent...

Do the due diligence! Paraphrasing Mountain Dew's slogan "Do the Dew,'" Kevin Oakes makes his slogan "Do the due"--diligence that is, when it comes to evaluating vendors.(E-Learning)
April 1, 2004... The other day I was accidentally copied on an internal email string from a company evaluating our products. It reminded me of a topic that has been around as long as the industry, but one I feel buyers often fail to master: conducting effective...

The time-cost-quality triangle: simple needs analysis can help you save big.(Fundamentals)
April 1, 2004... Are you being called upon to train more people faster, in more places, with shorter notice, and fewer resources? The 2003 ASTD report "Training for the Next Economy" cautions that pattern is likely to continue. Even in companies where training...

Tools for talent.(Digital Beat)(talent management)(Column)
April 1, 2004... Talent management. That's the focus of this month's Digital Beat. Specifically, I'll take a look at some of the synonyms and definitions that are currently used for the phrase. I'll also describe some of the major phases of talent management,...

Broken windows, broken brands: an unrepaired window or unrepaired brand can lead to chaos.(Concept: a powerful intriguing, inspiring, or perhaps odd idea distilled to its assentials elements)
April 1, 2004... In The Atlantic article "Broken Windows," authors Kelling and Wilson argue that rampant crime is the inevitable result of disorder. If a building's window is broken and left unrepaired, passersby will conclude that no one cares and no one is in...

New roles and new competencies for the profession: are you ready for the next generation?
April 1, 2004... This is part 2 of a three-article series. ASTD's competency model was designed to convey what will be required for the next generation of practitioners. The new model includes the following three layers, among others: Foundational...

View from the top: at the recent Corporate University week, senior learning executives from leading organizations share advice and opinions on informal learning, program measurements, and speaking business.(Panel Discussion)
April 1, 2004... Senior learning executives from CIGNA, Cisco, Deloitte Consulting, IKON, Toyota, and Unisys gathered for a panel discussion at the recent Corporate University Week in Orlando, Florida. Three of the panelists--Sara Mills, Karen Petersack, and...

Competency-based or a traditional approach to training? A new look at ISD models and an answer to the question, What's the best approach?(Instructional System Design)
April 1, 2004... With training budgets increasing and managers and HR practitioners recognizing that "jobs" are "out" and "work" is "in" the subject of what approach to training is best arises again. At the same time, a need emerges to define what...

The link between leadership development and retention: providing a source of in-house replacements for current leaders down the road helps drive cultural change and retain key talent.
April 1, 2004... A new philosophy exists that is about making management and leadership development an ongoing process tailored to individual needs but also firmly rooted in an organization's culture. Technology often plays a role by providing tools for ongoing...

Your new career: e-learning process manager: carve a new role managing the many groups necessary fr successful e-learning.
April 1, 2004... Because e-learning necessitates working with many disciplines, it forms a new ground for training, requiring the cooperation of people with different capabilities and qualifications. The work starts with creating the demand. To break any...

ASTD 2004 international conference and exposition: is the premier showcase of training suppliers. Here's a sampling of the many U.S. and international companies that will be at ASTD2004 in Washington, D.C. May 23-27 2004.(Directory)
April 1, 2004... SkillSoft 107 Northeastern Boulevard Nashua, NH 03062 Tel: 603.821.5136 www.skillsoft.com Booth #1506 SkillSoft is a leading provider of e-learning courseware and reference-ware for business and IT professionals....

How to disagree: go up against your boss or a senior executive and live to tell the tale.(Development)
April 1, 2004... Let's say you've been directed to reduce your training department's budget when it's already stretched as much as possible. Or you've been asked to provide training that you know would put your learners to sleep. Or maybe you've been told to...

A vendor-provided case study: Thomson NETg helps CIBER meet its objectives to employees and clients.(Solutions)(information technology services company)(web-based training program)(related article: Thomson NETg)
April 1, 2004... Success is a common goal that all organizations share. However, the objectives, priorities, and strategies for achieving that success are unique to each organization. Thomson NETg recognizes the individuality of the companies it serves to...

Budgeting a success.(Training Budgets Step-by-Step: A Complete Guide to Planning and Budgeting Strategically Aligned Training)(Book Review)
April 1, 2004... Training Budgets Step-by-Step: A Complete Guide To Planning And Budgeting Strategically Aligned Training Warning! If you're not responsible for managing a corporate training budget, this book isn't for you. But for those new to the...

If this, then ...(The On-Time, On-Target Manager: How a Last-Minute Manager Conquered Procrastination)(Time Power: a Proven System for Getting More Done in Less Time Than You Ever Thought Possible)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
April 1, 2004... If you're concerned with budgeting time rather than money, check out these two picks. The On-Time, On-Target Manager: How a Last-Minute Manager Conquered Procrastination By Ken Blanchard and Steve Gottry (William Morrow, 2004, US$19.95) Do...

Real dialogue (and we mean real!).(Dialogue: Now You're Taling!)(Video Recording Review)
April 1, 2004... Dialogue: Now You're Talking! video/DVD, 2004, 94 minutes (4 programs) Quality Media Resources 800.800.5129 www.qmr.com US$525 per program, $1575 for full program Includes Facilitation guide PowerPoint slides Video transcripts ...

Food for thought: true tales from the workplace.(Working)(Starbuck's coffee served at Bagram Air base)(realted article: Desktop dining)
April 1, 2004... Latte, Sir! Bagram Air base in Afghanistan has a Starbucks. Well, it's not an official Starbucks, but the little makeshift plywood shack does boast the sign, "Starbucks Is Open." There's no heat, no comfy sofas, but the coffee is from...