Training & Development For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Chapter 3

Introducing the Training Cycle

IN THIS CHAPTER

Introducing the Training Cycle

Defining training jargon

Ensuring that learning occurs in the Training Cycle

The most widely used method for developing new training programs is called Instructional Systems Design (ISD). ISD was originally developed by and for the military to effectively create training programs. There are about 100 different ISD models and as many names, but most are based on four to seven steps represented by the acronym ADDIE:

• Analyze
• Design
• Develop
• Implement
• Evaluate

These steps are logically sequenced and ensure a practical approach to designing a training program. Some ISD models are linear; some are circular. They all accomplish the same purpose: designing a training program that gets results. This chapter is dedicated to helping you understand the Training Cycle, its background, its moving parts, and how learning fits into it.

Before diving in, remember that training and development has changed a great deal in the past few years, especially as it moves into the talent development realm. Although I ...