Beyond the Podium

Are you up to speed on the new directions in training anddevelopment? The digital age is infiltrating the training profession faster thanmost of us can stay breast of it. Beyond the Podium, winner of theISPI Book Award, will get you up to speed while also refreshingyour understanding of the fundamentals. With a focus on thequestions you're asking, Rossett and Sheldon open your eyes to thepossibilities that are emerging--or already exist--as organizationsmove into new technologies and performance improvement. Theyexamine the opportunities presented by e-learning, informallearning, independent learning, knowledge management,globalization, object-oriented design, wireless technologies, andmore; while revisiting what makes great training, how to do ananalysis, and evaluation strategies and tools. In Beyond the Podium, Rossett and Sheldon redefine the nature andfunction of training and trainers as they offer: * A tour of the possibilities * A guide to professional development * A focus on the questions you and others have * A wealth of featured interviews with experts in the field * Varied and rich examples Beyond the Podium will challenge, teach, excite, and inspire you.Most importantly, it will help you envision and build for thefuture--and get there fast! Visit the web site that accompanies this book and discover theelements of effective training, what other trainers are talkingabout, and much more!