Texas Oil & Gas Magazine Vol 3. Issue 4 | Page 30

Training and Education Effectiveness OILFIELD BUSINESS: INNOVATION Graphics, Images, and Simple Animations Level-1 Passive-No Interaction Clickable Animated Graphics, Simple Exercise Level-2 Limited Interactivity Animated Videos, ScenarioBased Cases Level-3 Moderate Interactivity Real-Time Learning, Digital “Avatars” Level-4 Simulation and Game-Based Learning Note: Gen Xers and Millennials will expect Level-3 and Level-4 training that leverages technology. Instructor Led Training Media-Based Training Participant Learning Involvement Figure 1. Participant Learning Involvement Performance with Brooke Lerner™, a computer based role-play with feedback is an example of role-play custom learning solutions. 1 The computer based learning module integrates knowledge, practice, and feedback into a single user-driven package that managers can integrate into classroom training or as an independent learning module Business leaders should focus training and education programs on long-term training objectives aligned with their environmental context. Business leaders to search out companies that have an understanding of 21st Century learning requirements and respond to the “voice of the customer” based on continual collaborations with When searching for companies to develop content, managers should look for companies that encourage collaborative development; understanding of the industry challenges; ability to hire talented individuals with expertise 1 Coaching for Improved Performance with Brooke Lerner™ was develin HTML5, 3D character rigging and animation, high-end oped by SIMmersion, located in Columbia, MD 21046; available at www.trainperformancecoaching.com and www.simmersion.com/training. Flash interactivity and simulation, video compositing, and Web-based media. For example, management and training continue on pg 31 companies must be able to collaborate with industry experts to design and develop custom learning solutions. These custom solutions should leverage state-of-the art training with industry best practices to meet the training needs of individual learners across the generational workforce. In return, business leaders can use the industry-developed leaning products to train virtually anything from management, communication skills, specific types of skilled operations, and sustainment or maintenance. Management and training companies should have a proven record of accomplishment in developing programs that combine information technology and workforce activities to train operations, management, and decision-making skills. In addition, it is important that managers seek out technologies that reduce instructor time and increase learner autonomy. Training communication skills, such as coaching employees, typically requires classroom training to gain the knowledge. Efforts also require actions such as roleplays to gain experience and mentoring to ensure new managers are effectively motivating positive change that will help rehabilitate and retain underperforming workers. Coaching for Improved 30 YOU’RE AN EXPERT IN THE FIELD We’re Experts in our Field, Too! Talk to SWBC about our exceptional HR, benefit, and insurance programs. PEO SERVICES EMPLOYEE BENEFITS • OSHA and Safety Training • Innovative Benefit Programs • Steep Discounts on Workers’ Comp • Wellness Programs • Health Care Guidance • ISNetworld Assistance • Job Costing, Certified Payrolls, & more HR services! ASK FOR A CONSULTATION TODAY! COMMERCIAL INSURANCE • Comprehensive Insurance Programs [email protected] 866-454-8580 • Claims Advocacy It costs you nothing but a few minutes of time to learn more. • Risk Assessments • Captive Insurance Companies PROUD SPONSOR © SWBC 2014. All rights reserved. 5380-5649