Evolution of the Training Profession

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    Systematic Training

    Training profession developed as new workers entered workforce replacing those off to war.
  • World War II begins

    World War II begins
  • Trial and Error

    Training was trial and error.
  • Job Instructor Training (JIT)

    Job Instructor Training (JIT)
    National Defense Advisory Commission developed JIT. This on-the-job training for supervisors allowed them to train employees. JIT involved four steps: 1) Prepare
    2) Present
    3) Demonstrate
    4) Follow-up
  • Training Society

    Development of training society discussed.
  • American Society for Training Directors

    American Society of Training Directors developed.
  • Theory of Human Motivation

    Theory of Human Motivation
    Theory of Human Motivation published by Abraham Maslow, theorized need for hierarchy in training.
  • Research Center for Group Dynamics

    Research Center for Group Dynamics
    Kurt Lewin, known as the father of organizational development, launches the Research Center for Group Dynamics.
  • World War II ends

    World War II ends.
  • Formal training begins

    Vocational schools began, which is where young adults could go to learn various trades. Vocational and trade schools are alternatives to colleges and universities.
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    Human Relations Training

    Move from systematic training to individual training.
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    Instructional System Design (ISD)

    Popularized in 1950s - 1960s as technology development paralleled systems approach processes in both military and indstrial environments.
  • The Psychology of Learning

    Edwin Guthrie publishes the Psychology of Learning, which
  • Behaviorism

    Behaviorism
    B.F. Skinner publishes Science and Human Behavior.
  • Cognitive Science

    Cognitive Science
    Cognition was premier view of learning.
  • Human Relations Training

  • Evaluating Training

    Evaluating Training
    Donald Kirkpatrick introduces Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model. Model consists of four parts:
    • Reaction
    • Learning
    • Behavior
    • Results
  • Taxonomy of Educational Objectives

    Taxonomy of Educational Objectives
    Benjamin Bloom publishes Taxonomy of Educational Objectives, explains the cognitive aspect of learning. Bloom's Taxonomy attempts to categorizes educational goals.
  • Bloom's Taxonomy

    Bloom's Taxonomy
    Bloom's taxonomy demonstrated importance of establishing training objectives.
  • Organizational Development

    Values-based approach to systems change in organizations and communities for improved business results.
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    Computer-based Training

    Individual instruction with aid of machines
  • Objectives for Programmed Instruction

    Preparing Objectives for Programmed Instruction authored by Robert Mager.
  • American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

    American Society for Training Directors changed name to American Society for Training and Development.
  • Model of Cognitive Development

    Model of Cognitive Development
    Model of cognitive development created by Jean Piaget. Model consists of tour parts:
    • Sensorimotor
    • Preoperational
    • Concrete Operation
    • Formal Operation
  • Teaching Machines

    Teaching Machines
    Delivery of programmed instruction marking the beginning of computer based training.
  • The Case Method

    The case method became popular training method.
  • One Size Fits All

    Mass amount of information disseminated to large audiences all at once.
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    Sociotechnical Systems Theory and Sensitivity Training

    "The sociotechnical systems (STS) approach is devoted to the effective blending of both the technical and social systems of an organization" (SAGE, 2016).
  • Adult Learning Theory

    Adult Learning Theory
    Malcolm Knowles coined the term andragogy, which means teaching adult learners.
  • Principles of Instructional Design

    Principles of Instructional Design
    Gagne and Briggs introduced principles of instructional design.
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    Training Budgets

    Production slowed in the U.S. leaving organizations time to focus on training budgets.
  • Trainer Competencies

    Training and development became a part of Human Resources.
  • Laptops

    Laptops
    Laptops became available and this new technology was integrated into classrooms.
  • Learning Enterprise

    Peter Senge introduced learning enterprises.
  • Computer-based Training (CBT)

    Computer-based Training (CBT)
    CBT is alternative to Instructor-led Training (ILT). It allows for rapid learning.
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    E-learning

    E-learning, computer-based/web-based training, and online learning introduced as an alternative to traditional learning.
  • Performance Support

    Technology provided performance support in the workplace.
  • Advancements in Training

    Companies emphasized importance of training. CBT rose. Online training explored.
  • E-learning

    E-learning
    Organizations incorporated e-learning to training programs. Online degrees offered at higher education institutes.
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    Behaviorism

    Since behavior is the sum of actions and reactions to various stimuli, behavioristic principles are primary focus in instructional design.
  • Social Learning

    Social Learning
    Social media tools like Facebook, You Tube, and Twitter are platforms for social learning. These tools of communication bridge the gap due to factors like demographics. People are now able to receive the same message at the same time around the world, provide instant feedback, and collaborate collectively to accomplish goals and objectives. And the main goal and objective is to learn.
  • Organizational Design

    Organizational Design
    Eric Trist, from London's Tavistock Institute of Human relations, led research in the development of the Sociotechnical Systems Theory.