The Virtual Training Guidebook: How to Design, Deliver, and Implement Live Online Learning

by Cindy Huggett

Overview

Packed with checklists, advice, and how-to features, The Virtual Training Guidebook teaches you how to design, deliver, and implement live online learning. This book will help learning professionals transition to the online classroom by taking a holistic look at successful implementation, including gaining organizational support, selecting a platform, designing classes, selecting facilitators, preparing participants, global considerations, and the logistics required for success.

Learn how to prepare for a virtual training rollout.

Create live online classes using a three-step design process.

Select the technology that is right for the organization.

Select and prepare facilitators who can effectively engage participants.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781607286486
Publisher:	Association for Talent Development
Publication date:	01/10/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	216
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Cindy Huggett is a pioneer in the field of online learning with more than 20 years of experience teaching thousands of training professionals how to design and deliver practical and engaging interactive online classes. She partners with organizations to upskill facilitators, improve online learning design, and create actionable learning solutions for today’s global workforce. Cindy is an author and contributor to several books on training and development, including the recently updated Virtual Training Guidebook, a companion volume for Virtual Training Tools and Templates. She is based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Table of Contents

Author’s Note

Introduction

1. Get Ready

2. Select Technology

3. Design Content

4. Develop Activities

5. Prepare Facilitators

6. Support Producers

7. Prepare Participants

8. Build Success Through Logistics

9. Measure Results

10. Prepare for the Future

Acknowledgments

Trademark Attributions

Glossary

Recommended References

References

Index

About the Author

About ATD

Editorial Reviews

This practical and comprehensive guide to modern virtual learning is for new and experienced professionals alike. It covers every element—from content and design to preparing participants, facilitators, and producers to evaluation to the future of online learning—and pairs that with valuable checklists and worksheets.”

—Karen Greenfield, former Global Director, SAP Learning2Go Virtual Live

 

“Cindy Huggett’s expertise shines in The Virtual Training Guidebook. This essential resource will equip you with the skills and tools to create engaging and effective online learning experiences.”

—Michelle Ockers, Chief Learning Strategist, Learning Uncut

 

“The Virtual Training Guidebook is a handbook for masterfully navigating the complexities of designing, developing, and delivering virtual training. If your job description includes virtual classroom instruction of any kind—from education to frontline training to leadership development—this book will be your go-to guide. Don't enter a virtual classroom without it.”

—Karl Kapp, EdD, Professor, Instructional Design and Technology, Commonwealth University

 

“Are you an instructional designer or a facilitator? New to the profession or experienced? Do you need to know more about selecting technology or measuring results? No matter where you are in your career path, this comprehensive book guides you to your preferred future in virtual training.”

—Elaine Biech, 2022 ISA Thought Leader; Author, The Art and Science of Training; Editor, ATD's Handbook for Training and Talent Development

 

“Cindy’s done it again! The new edition of The Virtual Training Guidebook is even more relevant today, given how much time we spend in online sessions. This update includes the answers we wanted, ones we didn’t know we needed, and even more ideas for succeeding in the digital age.”

—Kassy LaBorie, Keynote Speaker, Author, Virtual Training Pioneer, KassySpeaks.com

 

“The Virtual Training Guidebook just got better with this new edition. A great resource for virtual learning professionals everywhere.”

—Patti P. Phillips, PhD, CEO, ROI Institute; Co-Author, Proving the Value of Soft Skills

 

“Virtual learning professionals need guidance to be successful. This new edition The Virtual Training Guidebook will help make your virtual learning more consistent, routine, successful, and sustainable.”

—Jack J. Phillips, PhD, Chairman, ROI Institute; ATD Thought Leader Award Recipient

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