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Training and Development System

Notes Introduction

The use of technology in corporate education and training deserves interest because it may
eliminate lost production time due to training during working hours. In foreign countries this
technology currently operates through telephone modem, and several software marketing firms
are making their training libraries available for home telephone hook-up. The day is not far off
for such a facility in India.

12.1 Technology and Multimedia

Multimedia materials and learning environments can modestly be considered the combination
of print and images, but generally involve streaming video, music, instant messaging, or
interactive online features. These applications are becoming further mainstream as computers
and Internet connections are upgraded in schools, libraries and organizations.

12.1.1 Videos

The videos tape cassettes and movie rolls of the past are being replaced by advanced solutions
like Compact Discs (CDs) and Digital Video Discs (DVDs) in these days of technological
advancement. Figure below shows picture from a video clip. It is a visual media to be used
indoors. A video has dynamic or moving content which has the advantage of incorporating
motion picture as well as sound. Videos are lively and interesting to watch. They can be used for
teaching knowledge, developing skills or changing attitudes. Disabled trainees who cannot
hear can benefit partially from watching video and those who cannot see can benefit from
listening. The video has certain special advantages.

Figure 12.1: Picture from a Video

Example: Demonstration of any skill-building activity, like assembling a wrist watch or
performing a break dance is possible.
To learn Michael Jackson’s dance item you don’t have to call Jackson from the US. A video of his
dance show will amply do. Given below are the basic guidelines for effective use of videos in
training. The hardware required are, a screen and projector for movie roles, video cassette

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