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What is training? learning? development?

The Free Management Library defines information, knowledge, skills, task, job, role, learning, continuous learning, training, education and development. See http://www.mapnp.org/library/trng_dev/basics/terms.htm See the following categories: - Preparation for Training - - - Basic Terms - - - Reasons and Benefits - - - Basics to Know About Adult Learning - - - Basic Requirements of Learners - - - Basic Requirements of Supervisor - Ways to View Training and Development - - - Informal/Formal and Self-/Other-Directed - - - Strong Value of Self-Directed Learning in the Workplace - - - Various Ideas for Learning Activities - Overview of Formal Training Process - Systematic, Formal Approaches - - - Analysis (Identifying Training Goals) - - - Designing Methods and Materials - - - Developing Methods and Materials - - - Implementing Training - - - - - - Selecting a Trainer - - - - - - If Supervisor Does Training - - - Evaluating Training - Employee Training Programs - Employee Orientation - Suggestions to Enrich Training and Development Plans - Framework for Training and Development Plan See http://www.mapnp.org/library/trng_dev/trng_dev.htm Posted 9/02/99 -- CM; two items combined 3/13/09 -- PB