What are the different methods you could use in training employees?

1. Lecture method.

2. Demonstration.

3. Discussion.

4. Brainstorming.

5. Case study.

6. Role play.

7. Simulations.

1. On the Job Training

2. Lecture and Course-Based Training

3. Role Playing

4. Laboratory training methods

5. Internship

6. Simulation

All training programs are designed to suit different job patterns and differ from one to other.  The nature of organisation determine the need and the manner in which they have to train their employees.  The duration of training also different from program to program.  Eg.  In training program in Banks and Insurance or other service sector there are100's of training programs for the same class or group of employees to suit and match the current requirements according to the area in which they are employed. Some may require Orientation program, some others may require Customer Service, or specific on Savings Bank or current account or Fx or different categories of loans the requirements vary from case to case.  

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To keep costs low, you can plan classroom training that only requires one trainer, plus the cost of binders and copies of training materials. One trainer can handle classroom training for small groups of five to10, but also large groups of30 to40. A trainer must make learning fun and interactive. The format might include new reading material for employees, graphics presentations by the trainer, peer discussion groups, small group tasks, and employee self-reflections. Classroom training must offer feedback on what employees have learned, usually by comparing results of pre- and post-assessments.

Using Web conferencing software, trainers can set objectives and ways to measure learning. It's important not to assume that employees will get all information needed as passive listeners in a Web seminar, or "webinar." Trainers can design the webinar training to be interactive by using all tools in the Web conferencing software. A webinar can also feature visuals and discussions among participants, as long as each participant has a microphone. Some webinar software also enables communication over a screen chat or a video conference.

Employers can use off-the-job training to provide employees a chance to learn away from their work setting. Besides classroom training, employers choose other formats such as e-learning. In a self-contained e-learning program, learners can work at their own pace, moving through modules, learning new tasks, sometimes trying tasks and completing assessments. E-learning can include discussions with other participants, scenarios in which employees must choose the right outcome, training videos, and games.

This option is designed for the actual work setting or a close approximation of the work setting. Training conditions should match work conditions as closely as possible. In on-the-job training, employees get specific instruction on their job tasks. They try new skills, such as operating a cash register or selling a service, with observation and feedback by a coach -- usually a fellow employee or trainer. Some businesses require employees to jump right into this type of training without classroom training because they believe immersion is most helpful for learning the job quickly and determining if an employee is a good fit for the job.