The all-time bestselling training handbook updated for new technologies and rolesActive
Training turns instructional design on its head by shifting the emphasis away from the
instructor and on to the learner. Comprehensively updated to reflect the many developments in
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relevant and most importantly effective. Participants become enthusiastic about the material
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