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Calendar of Events at a Glance!

Posted: 2/8/2010

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Central PA ASTD Webinar: February 10
Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) Webinar

Posted: 2/7/2010

Learn about the benefits of becoming a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance!

Time: February 10, 2010 from 12 pm to 1 pm
Location: Online
Organized By: Central PA ASTD and Harrisburg University

Event Description:
Learn more about how the CPLP® credential can enhance your career prospects, and identify the steps you should take--including test preparation-- to pursue this professional recognition.

There is no cost for the webinar, but registration is necessary.

By: Central PA ASTD Programs

Central PA ASTD Meeting: February 18
Kirkpatrick Round Table Discussion

Posted: 2/6/2010

A challenge for professionals in the learning and performance field is to demonstrate results after training. In October 2009, Central PA ASTD hosted a seminar conducted by Donald and Wendy Kirkpatrick. The October program described the major elements of Kirkpatrick's Four Level Evaluation Model that Dr. Don Kirkpatrick developed over 50 years ago and is still widely used today.

As a follow up to this key topic, our February meeting will host a roundtable discussion on (Return on Investment) ROI. This discussion will include a review of Kirkpatrick’s business partnership model and levels three and four evaluations.

  • Learn how to apply the business partnership model.
  • Learn what parts of the guidelines fellow members are using the most and where the biggest gaps are.
  • Learn tips from fellow members on how they evaluate for behavior and results.

    Speakers:
    Jim Waller, Manager of Training and OD, Adhesives Research, Inc.
    Tammy Newcomer, Manager, Medical Group Education, WellSpan Health Education Services
    Rick Stamm, The TEAM Approach, Inc.

    DATE: Thursday, February 18, 2010
    TIME: 6 pm -7:30 pm
    LOCATION:Homewood Suites, 3990 TecPort Dr, Harrisburg, PA 19711
    COST: $20 per member, $25 per non-member (includes dinner)

    To Register:

    By: Central PA ASTD

    TechNet SIG Meeting: February 25

    Posted: 2/5/2010

    Central PA ASTD Members!
    For those of you new to the group, TechNet is a Special Interest Group (SIG) focused on online and multimedia education.
    If you think of a topic you would like to discuss or feature for a future meeting, please contact Melissa Heath.

    Date/Time: Thursday, February 25, 1 pm to 3 pm
    Topic: Decided by You!
    When registering, please complete the survey included on the registration page to help determine the featured topics.
    Location: WellSpan Human Resource Center, 1101 Edgar St., York PA 17403
    Room 151 OR you may attend virtually (please select the appropriate ticket when registering)

    To Register:

    By: Melissa Heath, WellSpan Health Multimedia Developer
    mheath@wellspan.org
    http://groups.google.com/group/CentralPATechNet

    Hello Central!

    Posted: 1/15/2010

    READ THE LATEST CENTRAL PA ASTD NEWS--JANUARY NEWSLETTER IS NOW AVAILABLE Hello Central! January Newsletter

    Be sure to check out our Members Menu for:

  • Position Referral: Where ASTD members can View and Post Jobs
  • Newsletter: View our most recent newsletter in addition to past newsletters.
  • Past Programs: View our past programs and access the presenters' handouts
  • Member Directory: Search for other members by name, company, and training discipline.

    By: P. Strayer
    pwinstray@hotmail.com

    Professional Development Corner

    Posted: 1/14/2010

    Penn State Harrisburg Training & Development Graduate Program

    The Training and Development Graduate Program at Penn State Harrisburg is the only one of its kind in south-central Pennsylvania. It is designed to prepare training and development professionals for a broad range of responsibilities, including performance analysis, training design and delivery, career development, organization development, and program evaluation. Specifically, this master's degree program provides students with the professional knowledge and skills essential to:

  • analyze employee performance;
  • specify training and non-training solutions to improve employee performance;
  • design training and development programs;
  • develop training activities and materials;
  • implement training and development programs;
  • evaluate training and development programs;
  • manage complex projects using appropriate consulting and project management skills.



    Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

    At Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, emerging technologies are dramatically redefining the learning experience in education and business. Constant innovation continues to introduce new opportunities to enhance the delivery of teaching, training, collaboration and assessment. Education, business, and government are rapidly embracing the benefits of new learning technologies to improve student achievement, actively engage learners, manage and distribute training opportunities, facilitate collaboration and generate innovative solutions. Learning technologies have expanded beyond the use of a learning management system and web-based learning to encompass a range of technologies and opportunities.
    The Learning Technologies Master of Science program provides students with the knowledge and skills to:
  • Determine appropriate learning solutions
  • Analyze learning goals to determine the appropriate blend of delivery methods
  • Integrate technology to improve learning outcomes
  • Design and develop technology-supported learning solutions
  • Manage the implementation of learning technologies
    To find out more, visit their website at http://www.harrisburgu.net/academics/graduate/ltms.php

    Prepare for the ASTD CPLP certification exam at Harrisburg University!
    HU is one of only a handful of institutions nationwide partnering with ASTD National to provide "CPLP on Campus"!
  • Distinguish yourself from colleagues and other candidates
  • Increase your versatility and marketability by exploring a range of important performance and learning functions.

    The next CPLP Course will start March 2010!
    March 9 to May 11, 2010
    Tuesdays, 6 pm to 9 pm
    March 9, 16, 23, 30, (week off), April 13, 20, 27, May 4, May 11
    Find out more infomation on the Harrisburg University website!

    By: P. Strayer

    Red Rose Learning Community SIG Meeting: Stay Tuned!

    Posted: 1/10/2010

    The Red Rose Learning Community is a SIG (special interest group) formed to create networking opportunities for ASTD members who reside or work in the Lancaster area. Of course, members outside the Lancaster area are welcome to join in too!
    The group typically meets for coffee the last Monday of each month at 8 AM. The focus of each meeting is the current issue of the ASTD journal - T&D.
    To get on the mailing list, send your name and email address to Rick Stamm - rick@teamapproach.com

    Stay tuned for our next exciting program!

    Meeting: TBD
    Topic: TBD
    Location: The TEAM Approach
    2174 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster PA
    Time: 8 am to 9:30 am
    Register at: The Team Approach
    Contact Rick Stamm for more information

    By: Rick Stamm
    The TEAM Approach
    Phone: 717/672-0425 800/864-4911, Fax: 717/672-0817
    rick@teamapproach.com

    National ASTD Features

    Posted: 1/9/2010

    This news feature will regularly be updated with various National ASTD events and member services.

    Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities

    ASTD TechKnowledge® 2010 Conference & EXPO: Online Registration Ends January 19, 2010

    ASTD TechKnowledge® 2010 Virtual Conference: Access to the pre-recorded Virtual Conference sessions from February 8th - March 8th.
    Online events are scheduled when you can watch sessions along with other attendees and chat about the sessions synchronously between February 8th and February 19th.

    ASTD 2010 International Conference & Exposition: Advanced Registration Rate Ends March 31, 2010

    Upcoming Programs in Alexandria, VA
    CPLP Study Prep Workshop- February 11-12
    Training Certificate- February 17-19
    Designing Learning Certificate- February 22-24
    Presentation Skills Certificate- February 25-26

    Go to www.astd.org to find more information on these events.

    By: P.Strayer

    Volunteer Opportunities--Get Involved--We Need You!

    Posted: 1/8/2010

    Programs / Membership / Leadership Positions

    The Central PA ASTD is committed to creative innovation and providing a variety of learning and networking opportunities for our members. If you have a desire to contribute to our chapter in any way, please consider joining the Programs or Membership Teams, or perhaps you have a unique service to offer! Contributing to ASTD in a leadership role is also a rewarding experience.
    For more information contact 717-732-1423, astdadmin@centralpaastd.org.

    By: Lynn Lehman, V.P. Programs
    lynn@lynnsmail2.com

    New Job Postings

    Posted: 1/6/2010

    Central PA ASTD Members!

    To view and post jobs on our website, log in to our "Members" section and click on the "Position Referral" tab.

    By: P. Strayer

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    The Central Pennsylvania Chapter of ASTD supports the professional growth of human resource professionals in the Central Pennsylvania Area. We are dedicated to serving the professional needs of our members, their employing organizations, and the communities in which they are located.

    Our chapter provides professional high caliber programs and services to our members. We have won National and Regional awards from ASTD for effective chapter management, communications, membership retention and membership growth. But equally important to us is our reputation for being a chapter full of warmth and good old Central PA hospitality. We feel strongly that we learn more and accomplish more when we're having fun!

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