Lessons in Learning, e-Learning, and Training: Perspectives and Guidance for the Enlightened Trainer

by Roger C. Schank

From Roger C. Schank―one of the most highly respected thinkers, writers, and speakers in the training, learning, and e-learning community―comes a compelling book of essays that explore the myriad issues related to challenges faced by today’s instructional designers and trainers. The essays offer a much-needed perspective on what trainers do, why they do it, and how they do it. Lessons in Learning, e-Learning, and Training serves as a barometer to the issues that often perplex trainers and helps to illuminate three main points: what can and cannot be taught; how people think and learn; and what technology can really effectively provide. In addition, each essay is filled with practical guidance and includes a summary of ideas, tips and techniques, things to think about, checklists, and other job aids.

320 pages, Paperback

First published February 14, 2005

Reviews

[MJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

His main premise is don't tell anyone anything because we learn by experience.

[Penny · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm totally on board with his Schank's ideas on the use of narrative for learning. My only concern is that the kind of computer-adaptive narrative e-learning advocates is so expensive it will never happen outside of the Fortune 500. So, I'm wondering about how some of these ideas could be applied using simple, readily available technology.

[Ethan Kennerly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Schank emphasizes that a student learns how to pass her test. A diligent teacher assesses a practical scenario.