Discusses how the Yugoslav system of workers' universities differs from others. Its development, curriculum, special fields of instruction, experimentation and organization are examined. (RB)

Considers how far industrial training has usurped the work of education in Great Britain. (Editor)

This series of articles cites a variety of sources and synthesizes a number of studies related to education and training efforts in both developing and developed nations. (SSH)

Interviews with 86 stewards from two British unions, who had undergone some training provided by their unions, showed that the courses have considerable impact on the stewards' relationships with members and management and are a cost-effective means of creating positive change in the workplace. (SK)

Discusses the results of a study in which data gathered through interviews with managers at various levels from six coal mining companies were used to compare worker productivity levels with the utilization of company-sponsored training programs. A table summarizing the results and a 14-item reference list are included. (Author/JL)

Attempts to bring a practical emphasis to the subject of sales training guidance for both newer and more experienced sales trainers. Explores the potentials, procedures, and possible limitations of applying a strategic planning process within corporate sales training functions. (CT)

Describes two programs used by the Ford Motor Company to train manufacturing skilled trades personnel. Programmable Controller Maintenance Training Program for Industrial Technicians and Troubleshooting Strategy Program use simulation and provide improved task performance after training. (JOW)

One way to avoid misunderstandings about the nature of training between corporate managers and training personnel is to relate instructional systems design (ISD) to a process with which managers are familiar. Proposes comparing the activities and outputs in ISD to new product development. Discusses steps in both models and includes a comparison…

Discussion of human resource development (HRD) focuses on an exploratory study that attempted to identify key predictors of motivation to learn during training and motivation to transfer learning back to the workplace, as well as examine the relationship between the two variables. Presents conceptual frameworks for training transfer. (Author/LRW)

Illustrates the design, development, and application of automated design tools on multimedia CD-ROM used for developing a company's integrated performance support systems. Highlights include reduced development costs; timeliness; providing reference, training, and presentation using a single source of content; and enabling translations and updates…

Describes elements of the three categories that have been implemented by the Sandia research lab corporate training organization as part of their strategic planning. Suggests that applying interventions that are diagnosed and implemented for others to yourself will improve your performance and help sustain your organization into the future.…

Describes the implementation of an intelligent tutoring system that employs a game environment and object-oriented user interface for teaching and learning, based on a computer game developed for industrial training. Discusses adventure games, game environments in education, simulation support, and user interface design. (Author/LRW)

Investigates the extent to which electronic learning represents an emergent pedagogy that will be employed not only by corporations, but also by educational institutions, government agencies, and major transportation carriers around the world. Focuses on the relationship of electronic learning to diverse cultures. (Author/LRW)

Describes a training program developed by AT&T that videotaped a training program originally delivered by satellite broadcast and then synchronized the video course delivery at various locations. Interaction with the instructor via a conference call, including explaining the use of the accompanying printed materials, is discussed. (LRW)