The History of Learning and Training

Integrated Performance Support - performance support systems can use expert systems to make decisions formerly made by humans; job performance aids can compensate for lack of training and experience; improve job quality, and increase productivity.

Job Support - Job support is a form of training that does not require the worker to learn, but simply to know where to find the changing information they need.

Individualized Instruction - Individualized instruction is the basis for computer-based training; replaces the teacher with systematic or programmed materials.


Systematic Training -


• Training conducted by supervisors who are also trained instructors.


• Training group sizes should be limited to 8 to 12 people.


• Job analysis is performed before training starts.


• Training conducted on-the-job decreases production down time.


• Personal training increases student loyalty to organization and career.  Read more


Vestibule Training - training conducted away from the job location but in a miniature creation of the job site to duplicate the experience and enhance training.


The Classroom – off the job training in a safe setting to prevent distractions to the live production work environment..

Apprenticeship - usually a defined program of instruction for beginners that takes several years to advance to the master level; most often applies to skilled trades.


On-The-Job Training - a popular training method that allows for minimal downtime and absence from the main production and work environment. Practice and instruction utilized actual job tools and work area to enhance learning.


Evolution of The Learning Machines

Advanced Learning Techniques