TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
Musings on Training Design
By
VIKRAM KARVE
Training Strategy is the sine qua non for the efficacy of a Training Programme.
In fact, Training Strategy is the basis for Training Design and Implementation.
That is why the first thing I do before designing a training programme is to reflect, explore, consider, analyse and decide as to which Training Philosophy – Confucian Training Philosophy or Zen Training Philosophy – is relevant to the context in the particular Training Need and Environment.
You must formulate your Training Strategy as per your Training Philosophy. Thus Training Philosophy is the foundation, the core of The Art of Training.
CONFUCIAN TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
In the Confucian Training Philosophy the aim of training is to qualify the trainee for a more important job.
In other words, Training is inextricably linked with Career Advancement, and since Training is primarily for promotion, if the training is not followed by promotion or career advancement quickly enough, non-realization of expectations may create frustration and resentment in the trainee.
ZEN TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
In the Zen Training Philosophy the purpose of Training is continuous improvement in performance.
The emphasis here is on “continuous improvement”.
The aim is to improve the present performance of the trainee by focusing on excellence in work and self-development, strengthening the inner urge and enhancing requisite skills for work-excellence and job-satisfaction without the trainee expecting any tangible material or career advancement returns.
GOOD OLD TRAINING PHILOSOPHY aka ON THE JOB TRAINING
And of course, if you want to avoid a formal training programme altogether, there is always my favourite good old time-tested training philosophy which is breathtaking in its simplicity: “Entrust a man with responsibility and then tell him to get on with the job!”
It is called “On the Job Training” and it always works – you can take my word for it!
TRAINING versus EDUCATION
Hey, can someone out there reading this please tell us the difference between Training and Education.
Is there a difference? In my opinion the aim of Training is development of required skills in the trainee and the aim of Education is to enhance the knowledge of the student.
If so what are various “Education Philosophies” akin to “Training Philosophies”?
Come on you academics and thinkers out there – please throw some light on this subject so that we don’t confuse Training with Education, and vice versa.
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Musings on Training Design
By
VIKRAM KARVE
Training Strategy is the sine qua non for the efficacy of a Training Programme.
In fact, Training Strategy is the basis for Training Design and Implementation.
That is why the first thing I do before designing a training programme is to reflect, explore, consider, analyse and decide as to which Training Philosophy – Confucian Training Philosophy or Zen Training Philosophy – is relevant to the context in the particular Training Need and Environment.
You must formulate your Training Strategy as per your Training Philosophy. Thus Training Philosophy is the foundation, the core of The Art of Training.
CONFUCIAN TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
In the Confucian Training Philosophy the aim of training is to qualify the trainee for a more important job.
In other words, Training is inextricably linked with Career Advancement, and since Training is primarily for promotion, if the training is not followed by promotion or career advancement quickly enough, non-realization of expectations may create frustration and resentment in the trainee.
ZEN TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
In the Zen Training Philosophy the purpose of Training is continuous improvement in performance.
The emphasis here is on “continuous improvement”.
The aim is to improve the present performance of the trainee by focusing on excellence in work and self-development, strengthening the inner urge and enhancing requisite skills for work-excellence and job-satisfaction without the trainee expecting any tangible material or career advancement returns.
GOOD OLD TRAINING PHILOSOPHY aka ON THE JOB TRAINING
And of course, if you want to avoid a formal training programme altogether, there is always my favourite good old time-tested training philosophy which is breathtaking in its simplicity: “Entrust a man with responsibility and then tell him to get on with the job!”
It is called “On the Job Training” and it always works – you can take my word for it!
TRAINING versus EDUCATION
Hey, can someone out there reading this please tell us the difference between Training and Education.
Is there a difference? In my opinion the aim of Training is development of required skills in the trainee and the aim of Education is to enhance the knowledge of the student.
Come on you academics and thinkers out there – please throw some light on this subject so that we don’t confuse Training with Education, and vice versa.
VIKRAM KARVE
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A creative person with a zest for life, Vikram Karve is a retired Naval Officer turned full time writer. Educated at IIT Delhi, ITBHU Varanasi, The Lawrence School Lovedale and Bishops School Pune, Vikram has published two books: COCKTAIL a collection of fiction short stories about relationships (2011) and APPETITE FOR A STROLL a book of Foodie Adventures (2008) and is currently working on his novel and a book of vignettes and short fiction. An avid blogger, he has written a number of fiction short stories, creative non-fiction articles on a variety of topics including food, travel, philosophy, academics, technology, management, health, pet parenting, teaching stories and self help in magazines and published a large number of professional research papers in journals and edited in-house journals for many years, before the advent of blogging. Vikram has taught at a University as a Professor for almost 15 years and now teaches as a visiting faculty and devotes most of his time to creative writing. Vikram lives in Pune India with his family and muse - his pet dog Sherry with whom he takes long walks thinking creative thoughts.
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http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MGERZ6
SMASHWORDS
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Foodie Book: Appetite for a Stroll
If your are a Foodie you will like my book of Food Adventures APPETITE FOR A STROLL. Do order a copy from FLIPKART:
http://www.flipkart.com/appetite-stroll-vikram-karve/8190690094-gw23f9
About Vikram Karve
A creative person with a zest for life, Vikram Karve is a retired Naval Officer turned full time writer. Educated at IIT Delhi, ITBHU Varanasi, The Lawrence School Lovedale and Bishops School Pune, Vikram has published two books: COCKTAIL a collection of fiction short stories about relationships (2011) and APPETITE FOR A STROLL a book of Foodie Adventures (2008) and is currently working on his novel and a book of vignettes and short fiction. An avid blogger, he has written a number of fiction short stories, creative non-fiction articles on a variety of topics including food, travel, philosophy, academics, technology, management, health, pet parenting, teaching stories and self help in magazines and published a large number of professional research papers in journals and edited in-house journals for many years, before the advent of blogging. Vikram has taught at a University as a Professor for almost 15 years and now teaches as a visiting faculty and devotes most of his time to creative writing. Vikram lives in Pune India with his family and muse - his pet dog Sherry with whom he takes long walks thinking creative thoughts.
Vikram Karve Academic and Creative Writing Journal: http://karvediat.blogspot.com
Professional Profile Vikram Karve: http://www.linkedin.com/in/karve
Vikram Karve Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/vikramkarve
Vikram Karve Creative Writing Blog: http://vikramkarve.sulekha.com/blog/posts.htm
Email: vikramkarve@sify.com
vikramkarve@gmail.com
© vikram karve., all rights reserved.
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