what are the training methods?

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There are various methods of training, which can be divided
in to cognitive and behavioral methods. Trainers need to
understand the pros and cons of each method, also its impact
on trainees keeping their background and skills in mind
before giving training.

Cognitive methods are more of giving theoretical training to
the trainees. The various methods under Cognitive approach
provide the rules for how to do something, written or verbal
information, demonstrate relationships among concepts, etc.
These methods are associated with changes in knowledge and
attitude by stimulating learning.


The various methods that come under Cognitive approach are:

LECTURES


DEMONSTRATIONS


DISCUSSIONS


COMPUTER BASED TRAINING (CBT)

INTELLEGENT TUTORIAL SYSTEM(ITS)


PROGRAMMED INSTRUCTION (PI)


VIRTUAL REALITY



Behavioral methods are more of giving practical training to
the trainees. The various methods under Behavioral approach
allow the trainee to behavior in a real fashion. These
methods are best used for skill development.

The various methods that come under Behavioral approach are:

GAMES AND SIMULATIONS


BEHAVIOR-MODELING


BUSINESS GAMES


CASE STUDIES


EQUIPMENT STIMULATORS


IN-BASKET TECHNIQUE


ROLE PLAYS



Both the methods can be used effectively to change
attitudes, but through different means.

Another Method is MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT METHOD –

MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT –

The more future oriented method and more concerned with
education of the employees. To become a better performer by
education implies that management development activities
attempt to instill sound reasoning processes.

Management development method is further divided into two parts:

ON THE JOB TRAINING –

The development of a manager's abilities can take place on
the job. The four techniques for on the job development are:

COACHING


MENTORING


JOB ROTATION


JOB INSTRUCTION TECHNIQUE (JIT)



OFF THE JOB TRAINING –

There are many management development techniques that an
employee can take in off the job. The few popular methods are:

SENSITIVITY TRAINING


TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS


STRAIGHT LECTURES/ LECTURES


SIMULATION EXERCISES

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