TY - BOOK AU - Whitmore, P.G. TI - Make smart decisions about training: save money,time and frustration SN - 81-7992-421-1 AV - Ref HG 1615.7 .W48 2005 PY - 2005/// CY - Mumbai PB - Jaico Publishing House KW - Training|Communication|Decision Making|Education N1 - Elucidates the advantages of a criterion-referenced instruction program based on having employees practice new skills and tasks. This differs from traditional or academic training programs in that skills are evaluated through performance rather than tests. However, while this approach might work well for certain skills that lend themselves to being taught readily through repetitive practice, it may not work as well for tasks that involve creativity and non-routine thoughtful activity. Provides detail about creating systems to organize and deliver skill-based training ER -