![]() ![]() ![]() The 100+ exercises and examples in Active Training makes it easy to incorporate non-cheesy learning activities that really work. In his landmark textbook, Active Training, he identified the specific characteristics of the active training method that results in deeper learning and improved retention. Silberman gives idea after idea of how to spice up lectures, or better yet, replace them with other a dozen other learning methods that actively involve participants. Training expert Mel Silberman is the father of the popular and effective active training method. ![]() I’m reminded of Winston Churchill’s observation, “I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught.” Instead, shift over to active training, which engages and empowers participants to learn rather than be taught. These days, linear, delivered-from-up-front training often does not produce the desired return on investment in terms of participant behavior change. In some ways lecture takes less time to prepare and is less risky, but studies show it is not the most effective learning style. Lecture, however, is too often the default delivery methodology. What is active training? Everybody loves being involved, talking, interacting, and exploring during a training event. Reading the book helped me to revamp my training courses to include many more participatory training exercises. Just skimming his book gave me a handful of new ideas I immediately applied in my training. Mel Silberman is the master of active training. by Mel Silberman About Books Active Learning Enliven your middle school, high school, college or adult education with 101 strategies that can be used to teach virtually any subject. ![]()
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