This is the first book to comprehensively address, step-by-step, the planning anddesigning of your first web-based training project. Drawing on their experience with global companies in implementing web-based training (WBT), the authors show you how to apply the proven framework of traditional instructional design to the unique demands of designing web-based training, with case studies from high-tech industries, and detailed discussion of the multicultural and multi-language issues that inevitably arise. This comprehensive primary text is essential reading for both training executives and managers and courseware designers and developers alike. Extensively referenced with 26 graphics, 12 tables, and a glossary, the work includes numerous real examples to illustrate how language and cultural issues are addressed in courses focusing on both soft and technical skills, approaches and considerations for a variety of training scenarios, and reference lists of resources and associations. To keep this valuable resource current, an associated web site provides templates, examples, and links to more information.
IntroductionThe WBT Development Model.; Phase 1, the AnalysisTraditional Analysis Within a WBT Model. Technical Analysis.; Phase 2, Strategic PlanningYour Overall WBT Strategy. Your Detailed WBT Plans.; Phase 3, WBT DevelopmentWBT Development Guidelines. Content Development.; Phase 4, WBT DeploymentDeployment.; Phase 5, Post ProductionSummative Evaluation and Maintenance. What 's Next?; Glossary. Index.
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Constance L. Koskinen
Constance L. Koskinen is Technical Training Manager for Federated Department Stores. With more than 20 years in business management and eight years designing and developing training programs, she holds a Certification in Human and Training Development from the University of Georgia, and a Masters of Science in Technical Communications from the Southern Polytechnic State University in Marietta, Georgia.
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Lawrence D. Stone
Lawrence D. Stone is chief scientist at Metron, Inc. He received his Ph.D. and MS in mathematics from Purdue University.
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David E. Stone
David E. Stone is president of WorldWired, Inc. and serves on the graduate faculty of Southern Polytechnic State University. Dr. Stone provides WBT consulting services to a variety of U.S. and European corporations. He has been active in the field of computer based and online learning for more than two decades and holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Cornell University.