Training Fundamentals is a no-nonsense, practical overview of training, filled with useful information, best practices, and proven strategies to help both new and experienced trainers develop their skills and design and deliver training that achieves results in today's rapidly changing learning environment. Designed to be easy-to-use, Training Fundamentals covers a range of topics, including:How training helps organizations achieve their goalsWhat characteristics and skills a trainer needs to be successfulThe adult learning principles that guide all successful training programsThe basics of designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating training programsGuidelines for becoming a professional trainerThe Pfeiffer Essential Guides to Training Basics is a three-volume series-Training Fundamentals, Designing and Developing Training Programs, and Delivering Training Workshops-that offers new and experienced trainers a wealth of ideas, information, tips, tools, and techniques.Praise for Training Fundamentals"Training-it sounds so simple, but it's not. This book provides an essential-and practical-foundation for designing and delivering a successful workshop. It's easy to use, practical, and chock full of insights only a successful trainer knows." -Barbara Nelson, principal of Nelson Communications"With crisp, fresh, and easy to understand language, Chan cuts through all the jargon and provides easy to follow guidelines for becoming a pro." -Terrence L. Gargiulo, president, MAKINGSTORIES.net, and author, Building Business Acumen for Trainers and Trainer's Portable Mentor

Janis Fisher Chan, a highly experienced writer, instructional designer, trainer, and developmental editor, is the cofounder of a successful training company and author of several books and training programs, including E-Mail: A Writer It Well Guide and The Academic Manager's Guide to Meetings from Jossey-Bass.