User Training for Busy Programmers

Develop effective software training classes quickly and easilyKey FeaturesA complete guide to creating software training courses and materialsConcise and practical step-by-step approachCheck-lists ensure that you are fully preparedBased on proven educational techniquesBook DescriptionIf you need to write a successful software training course and are unsure of how to start, then this book gets right to the point with clear, concise directions for developing an end-user software course. This step-by-step job aid walks you through the process of developing a successful, instructor-led software class. There are many good books on training theory. This book takes a more practical, condensed approach for when you don't have time to learn training theory. It is based on fifteen years of technical writing and training experience. In under 100 pages, the book guides you through the process of developing an end-user software course using a method that is tested, proven, and based upon sound instructional theory.What you will learnA systematic process for creating training courses and materials for software usersUnderstanding your audience and ensuring that what you teach them is relevant and usefulHow to use effective in-class exercises as part of the learning mixChoosing what to teach and what to leave outHow to tailor your approach to different user needs, and different types of softwarePreparing written guides for students and instructorsWho this book is forDo you need to write a successful software training course? Are you unsure of how to start? Would you like a step-by-step project plan to guide you in the development of your software class? This book gets right to the point with clear, concise directions for developing an end-user software course.]]>