Assignment: Blog Post: High-Tech Training
There is little question that
technology use in training is on the rise and is here to stay; however, few
would argue that throwing technological components into training programs just
to appear "up to date" is wise. Strategically and thoughtfully
applying technological components to enhance the impact and/or measurability of
training solutions is what any good trainer strives for.
For this assignment, begin by thinking about the various training technologies outlined in Chapter 8 of the Noe text and in the required article. Consider what impact these technologies are having and will continue to have in training and development environments.
For this assignment, begin by thinking about the various training technologies outlined in Chapter 8 of the Noe text and in the required article. Consider what impact these technologies are having and will continue to have in training and development environments.
Next, complete the following:
Choose FOUR technologies or
technological advancements used in training, as described in Chapter 8 of the
Noe text and in the required article.
Conduct online research (in the
Walden library or other reputable site) to find ONE additional article or resource
that highlights the use of technology for teaching or training purposes.
High-Tech Training
Training methods must move along at the same rate as technology.
It is the duty of educators and trainers to apply technological components to
enhance the impact and measurability of trainings. In this blog I will select
four technologies used in training and evaluate the impact of them on future
training.
Webcasting
According to Noe, webcasting is described as “classroom instruction that
is provided through live broadcasts” (Noe, 2010) A webcast is a media file distributed
over the Internet using streaming media technology to distribute a single content source to many
simultaneous listeners/viewers. A webcast may either be distributed live or on
demand. Essentially, webcasting is “broadcasting” over the Internet. (Wikipedia,
2012) Webcasting is not interactive. If copyright material is presented there
are licenses that can be obtained for these. Webcasting can utilize cheap
accessible technology, for this reason it has allowed independent media to
flourish. You Tube is a repository of many of these webcasts.
Course Management/ Learning Management Systems (LMS/CMS)
LMS/CMS systems are used
to deliver and create courses, link learning resources, engage employees and
create, edit, distribute and deliver assessments. (Noe, 2010) They allow
training to be most cost efficient as training can be done from any location,
accessible to more trainees, and allows for tracking of trainees progress.
Simulations
According to Noe, simulation provides students with instant feedback regarding areas of
strength and weakness in order to make corrections to improve their performance
of the task. (Noe, R., 2010) Simulation is the imitation of a real world
process or system. A model is developed and represents the main characteristics
or behaviors and the participants using hands on activities solve the problem
or activity. The
model represents the system itself, whereas the simulation represents the
operation of the system over time.
Smart Phones
Smart
phones allow individuals to communicate with others by phone, internet, text
messaging allowing owners to stay on top of recent events, data, accessing
information in real time. The Army is using smart phones as a training tool.
According to Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling the Army is developing applications for
phones and readers instead of manuals to help train troop worldwide.
Articles that highlights the use of technology for teaching and
training purposes:
.
References:
Noe, R. A. (2010).
Employee Training and Development. New York: McGraw-Hill/Irwin
Blottenberger, D. (2010). Army to test
smart phone apps to train soldiers. Stars and Stripes. http://www.stripes.com/news/europe/army-to-test-smart-phone-apps-to-train-soldiers-1.110693
Patricia,
ReplyDeleteGood selection of technologies that are and will continue to affect how training and development is delivered. What is the 5th technology that you see as affecting training and development in the future? I liked the graphics you selected to illustrate your technologies. What impact has LMS systems had on how people learn and interact? What do you see as some of the future implications for LMS systems? What impact will smart phones have on how people learn and interact and the implications for training and development?
Mike