The Complete Guide to Training Delivery


Book Description

This guide provides trainers with ways to apply 14 key skills in order to become effective trainers. The skills required include how to: analyze materials and learner information; establish credibility; communicate effectively and provide positive reinforcement.




COMPETENCY-BASED HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT


Book Description

Competency-based HRM is a methodology adopted by various organizations to assess the current capacity of their resources based on competencies, against the capacity needed to achieve the vision, mission and business goals of the organization. This book comprehensively dwells on all the aspects of competency-based Human Resource Management, and its relevance in various industry verticals. The book has been organized into five chapters—each focusing on the tools and techniques to judge core competencies. Beginning with the fundamental theories and definitions of competency, the book goes on explaining the mapping methods like Repertory Grid, DACUM, competency card sort activity and so on. The book further presents the analytical tools that help to build competency models which help in establishing reliability. Benchmarking competency models and assessment tools are also dealt with in detail. The concluding chapter elaborates competency applications to Human Resource Management in the functional areas of recruitment training and development. The book is interspersed with the Case Studies to add practical insight to the subject. The book serves both as a textbook for management students and as a reference book for working HR professionals.




The Ultimate Guide to Competency Assessment in Health Care


Book Description

It is time to move your competency assessment process beyond meeting regulatory standards to creating excellence The Ultimate Guide to Competency Assessment in Health Care is packed with ready-to-use tools designed to help you develop, implement and evaluate competencies. More than that, you will find a new way of thinking about competency assessment - a way that is outcome-focused and accountability-based. With over 20,000 copies sold world-wide, it is the most trusted resource on competency assessment available.




Competency Development Guide


Book Description

This updated and expanded second edition of Book provides a user-friendly introduction to the subject, Taking a clear structural framework, it guides the reader through the subject's core elements. A flowing writing style combines with the use of illustrations and diagrams throughout the text to ensure the reader understands even the most complex of concepts. This succinct and enlightening overview is a required reading for all those interested in the subject . We hope you find this book useful in shaping your future career & Business.




Competency-Based Human Resource Management


Book Description

Why a focus on jobs is not enough Force-fitting employees to job descriptions leads to unhappy people and substandard performance. For years, HR professionals have struggled with this dilemma. But it doesn't have to be that way. Competency-Based Human Resource Management describes a new model of performance management that matches employee talents to the work that must be done. By focusing on the critical competencies that distinguish star performers, HR professionals can transform the way they recruit, select, train, develop, and compensate top-performing employees.




Project and Program Management


Book Description

On the people side, it sheds new light on how to mold different personality types into a team, how to motivate the team?s members, and how to produce extraordinary results. After exploring the concept of?competencies? and showing how people must be at the heart of any organizational decision, Springer focuses on the essential qualities of leadership, the dynamics of teams, and the relationship between a team and the individuals that compose the team. He shows how an inclusive approach is essential to effective decision making. Using these insights, he then details the essential parts of the program management approach, describing the best way to define, organize, and schedule the work to be done, identifying risks and controlling costs during the whole process. This is a uniquely insightful and practical text that will be invaluable reading for all professionals involved in the dynamic field of project and program management.




Handbook of Diversity Management


Book Description

Handbook of Diversity Management brings together a group of diversity practitioners and scholars to address a variety of topics that comprise the growing field of diversity management. The categories of topics include theoretical foundations, skill-based learning and professional issues. With a foreword by Taylor Cox, noted chapter contributors include R. Roosevelt Thomas, Marilyn Loden, Edward Hubbard, Judith Katz, Frederick Miller and other seasoned professionals in the diversity management field. The subject matter treated in the book goes beyond providing a comprehensive presentation of the field of diversity management by including practical application. Because it is practitioner focused, the Handbook of Diversity Management serves as a support tool for professionals who are faced with the challenge of managing diverse populations. Case studies and examples enhance each topic and the reader's learning. Thus, the book is an essential resource for human resource professionals, community leaders, researchers and scholars who need to know how to successfully navigate an increasingly diverse American workforce.




Effective Competency Modeling & Reporting


Book Description

This book/CD-ROM package supplies detailed guidelines, worksheets, forms, and checklists for constructing a complete competency modeling, assessment, and reporting process. Shows how to establish job standards, develop a measurement instrument, report competency results, and use competency assessments to coach employees toward better performance. Includes chapter learning points. The CD-ROM contains reference files that can be copied and adapted for modeling and reporting, plus a program created by the authors. Cooper is a nationally recognized expert on competency modeling, assessment, and reporting. Plastic comb binding. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR




Management and Leadership in Social Work


Book Description

Full of expert guidance on leadership and management, this unique book is geared specifically to the needs of social work administrators, educators and practitioners in both academic and agency settings. The contents are fully comprehensive and encompass both theoretical approaches to management and leadership plus a wide variety of practical strategies that can be directly applied to practice. Topics blend the art and science of leadership and management and incorporate all competencies and practice behaviors required by Network for Social Work Management (NSWM) and Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). These include understanding different leadership styles, practicing self-reflection and self-care, methods to motivate teams and mentor others, developing strategic plans, understanding financial management, marketing, fundraising, human resources, program evaluations, community collaboration, and much more. Additionally, the text illustrates the parallels/disparities between social work practice skills, knowledge, and ethics, and those of leadership and management. Instructor resources include PowerPoints for each chapter, lecture notes, and sample syllabi. Print version of the book includes free, searchable, digital access to entire contents. KEY FEATURES: Geared specifically to the needs of social work educators and practitioners in academic and agency settings Incorporates all competencies and practice behaviors required by NSWM and CSWE as cited in each chapter Discusses the differences between management and leadership along with best practices Fosters knowledge and skill development through the use of competency-based real-life cases, self-reflective exercises, and thought-provoking questions Offers examples of how to motivate and work with different age cohorts, community groups, and other stakeholders Addresses the challenges of financial management and fundraising Exhibits specific problem-solving and decision-making strategies




Mastering Moodle: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Management


Book Description

"Mastering Moodle: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Management" is tailored for a diverse audience of educators, instructional designers, administrators, and anyone interested in leveraging Moodle as a powerful learning management system. Specifically, this book is ideal for: 1. Educators: Whether you are a teacher, trainer, instructor, or professor, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills to design and deliver engaging online courses using Moodle. 2. Instructional Designers: If you are involved in the design and development of online learning materials, this book provides valuable insights into utilizing Moodle's features to create interactive and effective courses. 3. Administrators: For Moodle administrators responsible for managing and maintaining Moodle sites, this book offers comprehensive guidance on site setup, customization, and troubleshooting. 4. Educational Institutions: Schools, colleges, universities, corporate training departments, and other educational organizations seeking to implement or enhance their online learning programs will find this book invaluable in maximizing the potential of Moodle. 5. Anyone Interested in Online Learning: Whether you are new to online learning or looking to expand your knowledge in the field, "Mastering Moodle" serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the functionalities and capabilities of Moodle as a learning management system. No matter your level of expertise or role in the realm of education and online learning, "Mastering Moodle" is your essential guide to unlocking the full potential of Moodle for creating engaging, interactive, and effective online learning experiences.