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Which training methods are effective?

Charles W. Read (Charles W. Read and Brian H. Kleiner are based in the Department of Management, School of Business Administration and Economics, California State University, Fullerton, California, USA)
Brian H. Kleiner (Brian H. Kleiner are based in the Department of Management, School of Business Administration and Economics, California State University, Fullerton, California, USA)

Management Development Review

ISSN: 0962-2519

Article publication date: 1 April 1996

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Abstract

Describes the importance of training and summarizes learning theory. Details the top ten learning methods: videotapes, lectures, one‐on‐one instruction, role plays, games/simulation, case studies, slides, computer‐based training, audiotapes and films. Discusses the factors to consider when selecting a training method or combination of methods. Emphasizes the importance of post‐training evaluation.

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Read, C.W. and Kleiner, B.H. (1996), "Which training methods are effective?", Management Development Review, Vol. 9 No. 2, pp. 24-29. https://doi.org/10.1108/09622519610111781

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