It is a method in which workers are given training at a place away from their usual work- place This place could be a classroom or training center These methods are ideal for teaching the theoretical aspects of the job This method mainly given to newly joined workers
OFF THE JOB TRAINING METHOD Lecture Method This method is also called the chalk-and-talk method. It is a method of imparting knowledge to many trainees at the same time It is a verbal form of delivering information in a classroom environment. This method is appropriate when a large amount of information is to be provided within a limited span of time
MERITS 1-it Is An Easy Simple Quick Method 2-can Share Information To A Large Crowd 3-it Is An Economical Method DEMERITS 1-one Way Mode Of Training 2-personalized And Individual Specific Flexibility Is Missing 3-not Ideal For Highly Technical And Skill-oriented Job 4
ROLE PLAY Role play is a versatile and basic training technique in which few participants are asked to act out a realistic situation in order to meet learning objectives If role play is to be selected as a training method, then the role play should be written with a clear objective in mind 5
Merits Inter pesonel relation and problem solving ability will increase Improve empathetic quality of employes
VIDEO-CONFERENCING Video-conferencing this is one of the distance learning methods for training. It is best when the trainer and the trainees are separated geographically. It allows people in one location to communicate live via audio-visual aids with people in another city, country, or with groups in several cities. it is mostly interactive in nature and offers enough flexibility
Merits It can reduce cost lack of traveling cost Assessable to everyone Demerits High cost for installing the equipment's
AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS TRAINING Audio-visual aids such as television, audiotapes, videotapes, films, video-conferencing and presentations are effectively and extensively used in training to enhance the efficacy of the training process. These techniques make a wide variety of realistic illustrations of job conditions and situations available to the trainees within a short span of time. For instance, the Ford Company extensively uses audio-visual techniques while conducting dealer training sessions to simulate problems like customer complaints and sample reactions to such problems. 9
Merits It is more interesting and appealing to the trainees than the conventional training methods because of its multimedia effect he quality and substance of the presentation will remain the same for all training groups Such training is free from the problems of trainer fatigue or availability Demerits Audio-visuals are usually more costly than the traditional training methods. it may cause problems of one-way communication it lacks the flexibility and personal relationship normally found in the training process.
LABORATORY TRAINING This method is also called sensitivity training or T-group training. This training is typically organized for a small group of trainees who are normally not familiar with one another. It is organized under the supervision of seasoned trainers, who may play the role of careful observers, in a neutral venue away from the place of work. 11
Case Studies It is a written description of an actual situation in the past in same organization or somewhere else and trainees are supposed to analyze and give their conclusions in writing. This is another excellent method to ensure full and whole hearted participation of employees and generates good interest among them. 12
Merits it can improve the analytical, lateral and judgmental skills of the trainees. since case studies mostly deal with real-life events, it enables the trainees to face the challenges of real-life difficulties confidently.
Off-the-Job Training Advantages Network Expansion Higher Job Satisfaction Career Development Personal Development Preparation for Higher Responsibilities 14
Off-the-Job Training Disadvantages High Cost Time Away from Work Cultural and Language Barriers Workplace Application 15