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WWI
Show-tell-do-check method was put forward by Charles B. Allen. Training conducted by supervisors trained to teach. Session were in groups of nine to 11 workers (Estep, 2008). -
Pedagogical Methods (1920s)
Eduard Lindman introduced teaching the adults with pedagogical methods . Trainings included sales training. During this era, the application of training industry was discouraged by the post-war (Estep, 2008). -
Great Depression (1930s)
United States government started training programs (Estep, 2008). -
Behavorism Introduced
B.F. Skinner introduced the concept of job analysis and behaviorism, which was individualized instructions (Estep, 2008). -
Computer-based Training (1960s)
Individualized instructions formed into computer-based training. Learners could learn at their own pace (Estep, 2008). -
Andragogy Theory (1970s)
The sociotechnical-systems theory was introduced. It indicated that both the technical and social factors were needed to achieve peak performance. Training methods includes laboratory and case method (Estep, 2008). Malcolm Knowles made contributions to the andragogy theory and practice of human resource development. -
Assertiveness and Cultural Training (1980s)
Assertiveness and cultural training became. A huge number of women entered the workforce (Estep, 2008). -
E-learning (1990s)
E-learning became popular as technology exploded. Technology continues to lead new understandings about performance support. Wikis, websites, and technology has transformed the communication and information options available to the human performance improvement (Willmore, 2008). -
New Technology (2000s)
M-learning and just-in-time learning evolved. This era is big on new technology, Web 2.0, MP3 players and games (Estep, 2008).