Martin - MIT 502 - INSTRUCTOR OFFICE HOURS COURSE OVERVIEW...

INSTRUCTOR Dr. Florence Martin
Office: EDN 344
Email: [email protected]
Phone: [phone]
OFFICE HOURS Tuesday/ Thursday 1 to 3 pm
Other times: Available by appointment
COURSE OVERVIEW This course provides an introduction to the field of human performance technology (HPT). It
examines basic concepts and principles of human performance, human performance system
models, and various approaches to solving human performance problems. In depth analysis
of performance improvement interventions (performance support systems, job analysis/work
design, personal development, human resource development, organizational communication,
organizational design and development, financial systems) and their implementation within
organizations is emphasized.
WSE CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK
The Watson School of Education develops highly competent and effective professionals to
serve in educational leadership roles. All educators must use data for decisions, reflect upon
their practice, exemplify their commitment to professional standards, implement appropriate
communication strategies, and strive to meet the needs of all learners. Assignments in this
course will assist you in preparing you to be a competent professional and a leader. Refer to
the Visual Schematic of the conceptual framework.
TEXTBOOKS Required: Fundamentals of Performance Technology: A Guide to Improving People,
Processes, and Performance (3rd Edition)
Written by Van Tiem, Moseley, and Dessinger (2006). $50 from Wiley
Required: Performance Improvement Interventions: Enhancing People, Processes, and
Organizations through Performance Technology. Written by Van Tiem, Moseley, and Dessinger