This new edition offers unique, state-of-the-art perspectives on library staff development and training.

This guide contains an overview of existing successful appraisal practices and practical suggestions for both those managing and undertaking appraisal. The book takes into account up-to-date policies and changes in appraisal.

To stay ahead of the competition, today?s organizations must invest in ongoing training that continuously improves their employees? knowledge and skills. A Practical Guide to Training and Development is a comprehensive resource that offers a theoretical, strategic, and practical foundation of the entire training process. The book outlines a step-by-step approach for assessing, designing, delivering and evaluating training.

This book will be essential reading for those with the responsibility for devising, running and evaluating an effective and appropriate staff development program. It defines the role of staff development, from the initial interview to last day. Basic elements covered include: orientation, performance review, counseling and others.