Choosing Effective Development Programs: An Appraisal Guide for Human Resources and Training Managers [Hardcover]

Managers are repeatedly confronted by the need to decide whether a proposed non-technical program purporting to improve their operations should be accepted or not. This book will put involved personnel on surer footing in reaching decisions on proposed programs. It updates major information concerning pre-appraisal procedure, brings it together, and focuses on the purpose of preappraisal programs. In its review of research and experiential indications, the volume can provide a better understanding of what influences employee productivity and satisfaction.JAMES E. GARDNER served for many years as corporate Training Manager with Fieldcrest Mills.

The Need for Pre-appraisal of Programs
Is the Answer Already at Hand?
A Look at Components: Motivation First
Goal Setting and Feedback; Job Performability
Leadership Component
Training Component: Rank and File
Training Component: Supervisory
Summary of Indications
Instrument for Pre-appraisal of New Programs
Illustrative Pre-appraisal of a Program
Bibliography
Index