Category: English

Essay #2: Critical Analysis of Pride and Prejudice
Purpose: Literary criticism is an extension of the social activity of interpreting. One reader writes down
his or her views on what a particular work of literature means so that others can respond to that
interpretation. The critic’s specific purpose may be to make value judgments on a work, to explain his or
her interpretation of the work, or to provide other readers with relevant historical or biographical
information. The critic’s general purpose, in most cases, is to enrich the reader’s understanding of the
literary work. Critics typically engage in dialogue or debate with other critics, using the views of other
critics to develop their own points. Unfortunately, when critics assume that their readers are already
familiar with previous criticism, the argument may be difficult to follow. Since this novel does not
contain much action, its primary strength comes from the characters. Austen breathes life into them
through their qualities, faults, choices, inconsistencies, and mistakes, which influences our own feelings
and opinions about them. We are there to observe, be annoyed, laugh, sigh, and maybe even cry, but
what is perhaps most powerful is we are there to learn from them.
Task: With literary criticism in mind, choose one of the following options and write a critical analysis:
1. Is pride a virtue or a vice in the novel?
Pride is directly discussed in a couple of occasions, but it is demonstrated in the actions of Mr. Darcy,
Lady Catherine, and even Elizabeth. What is unclear, however, is whether this personality trait is to be
condemned or praised. For example, the philosophical Mary Bennet claims that pride “is a failing
indeed” but is also common to human nature. In analyzing Darcy’s mannerisms, the residents of
Hertfordshire label him as proud (with a negative connotation, of course). However, a little later Darcy
himself expresses that “where there is a real superiority of mind, pride will be always under good
regulation”. Which do you agree with? Is pride an inexcusable “failing” or can it be acceptable and even
necessary at times?
2. Why are manners so important in the novel?
After Mr. Wickham relates his version of the connection between him and the Darcy family, Elizabeth
validates his words by declaring “there was truth in his looks”. This is because Wickham’s smooth and
appealing manners won over the entire village of Hertfordshire. Essentially, they are all guilty of hasty
generalization when it comes to sketching the characters of these two men, but there is obviously an
importance they place on manners. In fact, every character is judged either by others or implicitly by the
author based on their manners (or lack thereof), which illustrates how significant it must be in the world
of this novel. Why do you think this is? Can manners be deceiving? Are they an important part of social
interaction?
3. What purpose do the ridiculous characters in the novel serve?
Elizabeth is our heroine and Darcy definitely our hero; both have flaws and imperfections, and they are
also an adequate blend of reason and emotion combined. However, with the exception of a few other
characters, they are the only admirable ones. The rest of the characters, including Mrs. Bennet, Kitty,
Lydia, Mary, Lady Catherine, and Mr. Collins are undeniably ridiculous. Being self-centered, self-
involved, ignorant, and closed-minded, these characters are there to constantly annoy or produce
mocking laughter. However, Austen gives them certain traits that we can recognize in a lot of people.
With that in mind, is there a reason why she includes such a large number of ridiculous characters in her
novel? What is Austen trying to teach or convey through the use of so many flawed characters?
4. Who is the moral authority of this novel?
When first meeting Lady Catherine, we are told that “she was not rendered formidable by silence; but
whatever she said, was spoken in so authoritative a tone, as marked her self-importance”. Basically,
since she has superiority in rank, she assumes that same superiority applies to all matters, whether she is
a direct expert in it or not. However, just because she claims to be an authority in everything does not
mean we believe her or find her credible. As a matter of fact, our experience with the faults and
inconsistencies of these characters makes us constantly seek a moral center. We are in an endless quest
to figure out who knows best and whose judgment we can rely on with confidence. Who do you choose
as the moral authority of this novel and why?
5. How do estates symbolize their owner?
During Austen’s time, it was common for an estate to symbolize its owner. In other words, the estate
said a lot about the quality of the person managing it. For instance, when Elizabeth sees Pemberley for
the first time, she reflects, “She had never seen a place for which nature had done more, or where natural
beauty had been so little counteracted by an awkward taste. They were all of them warm in their
admiration; and at that moment she felt, that to be mistress of Pemberley might be something!” It may
even be argued that Elizabeth’s feelings towards Darcy changed after seeing Pemberley for the first time.
Choose an estate mentioned in the novel and explain how it symbolizes its owner. Be sure to use
specific examples from the novel to support your answer. This essay allows you to merge symbolism
with a character analysis.
Guidelines: Please make sure you read the following carefully to receive a passing grade.
* Essay should be 4-6 pages in MLA format. For more information on MLA, visit:
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/24/.
* Essay should be well-formatted and correctly cited. This includes a Works Cited page, in-text citations,
and correct formatting of all visuals you incorporate.
* You are required to use 5 sources:
1. The first source should be our book, Pride and Prejudice. Though I am not strict about this,
you should have at least 3-4 quotations from the novel.
2. The second source should be one scholarly article from Jasna.org. This is a website dedicated
specifically to Jane Austen and her work. It has tons of excellent scholarly articles covering
numerous topics from Austen’s novels. You should quote from this source at least twice.
3. The third source should be a current newspaper or magazine article. Some blogs (depending
on who is writing them) can also be an acceptable source type. You should quote from this
source at least once.
4. The fourth source should be one you choose yourself, whether it is a media article (from a
magazine, newspaper, website, or credible blog), a scholarly article (a scholarly source from a
journal), or a book chapter (from a non-fiction book). You have the freedom to choose this one
but whatever source you choose, please make sure it is credible. You should quote from this
source at least once.
5. Finally, the fifth source should be a strong visual that you format correctly and analyze
insightfully. Please consult our Visual Rhetoric slideshow to review the rules on using visuals.
Don’t forget to include the citation information for this visual in your Works Cited page.
Professors Tutorial Describing what to do:

Overview
A research literary lens analysis essay offers a focused examination of a literary work through the
perspective of a specific critical theory or “lens.” This analytical approach enables scholars and students
to explore the text’s themes, characters, and narrative elements in relation to broader theoretical
frameworks. By employing a literary lens, the student uncovers deeper layers of meaning, highlighting
how the chosen theory illuminates aspects of the text that might otherwise remain obscured. 
Through
close reading and theoretical engagement, the research literary lens analysis essay seeks to enrich
understanding, foster critical inquiry, and contribute to ongoing discussions within the realm of literary
studies. 
Assignment Guidelines
In 2000 words or more, write a research literary lens analysis essay wherein you analyze how Karl Marx’s
theory of classism is depicted in Toni Cade Bambara’s “The Lesson” and Dexter Jeffries’ “Sailboats in
Central Park.” Be sure to support your analysis with evidence from the texts. As this is a research
assignment, you must also locate and cite 3 peer-reviewed scholarly sources obtained from the library
database to support your understanding of Marxist theory.
Format of Paper
Format: APA (7th edition)
Layout: Double-spaced, standard margins
Word Count: 2000 words+ (not including the References page)
Structure
– Is your introduction paragraph structured according to H.B.T.? 
– Are your paragraphs properly structured according to P.I.E.S.? 
– Does your conclusion restate your thesis and summarize the main points mentioned in your body paragraphs? 
Cohesion
– Does your thesis statement present the main claim of your paper in a direct, clear, and concise way? 
– Are all of your topic sentences (points) connected to your thesis? 
– Does each body paragraph focus on ONE point through and through without veering off track? 
– Do your in-text citations properly support the points made in their respective paragraphs?
Flow
– Are there smooth transitions between and within paragraphs that create coherence and unity? 
– Did you use a variety of sentence types in your essay so that your paper would flow nicely?
Here is how P.I.E.S. is broken down:
P – Point (the main point of the paragraph; the topic sentence. Remember, a topic sentence must present a point
that is related to your thesis statement).
I – Illustrate (illustrate your main point [topic sentence] with supporting details. Your supporting details further
explain your main point and are needed in order to make it clearer to your audience what the main point of this
paragraph is).
E – Evidence (include evidence—typically a quote—that validates your point and supporting details. Without
evidence, your reader will find it hard to believe your argument).
S – Summation Sentence (conclude your paragraph with a summation sentence that restates the main point of
the paragraph).
Here is how HBT is broken down
Introduction—
An introduction is the first paragraph of your paper. The goal of your introduction is to let your reader know what
he or she can expect from your paper. An effective introduction should:
o Catch your reader’s attention
o Provide information related to the topic of the paper
o Set the tone of your paper
o Clearly identify your stance on the topic in which you are writing about
There are three components of an introduction paragraph:
1) The Hook—the “hook” grabs your reader’s attention. You want to captivate your audience sooner rather than
later. Here are some suggestions on how to write a hook:
o Ask a rhetorical question
o Set the scene of your story: who, when, where, what, why, how?
o Share an anecdote (a humorous short story) that captures your topic
o Share a common misconception about your topic
o Share an interesting fact or statistic about your topic.
**There is no universal way of writing a hook. You must choose the technique that works best for you as a writer and that aligns best with your
paper. As long as it grabs the reader’s attention, you should be fine.**
2) Background Information on the Topic—After your hook, write a few sentences about the topic in which you
are writing about. You don’t want to go too in-depth; just enough to educate your reader on the topic so that they
can understand your paper better. This component of the introduction is critical as your reader may have little to
no knowledge of the paper’s topic. If your reader doesn’t understand the topic, then they won’t understand your
arguments; educate them a bit.
3) The Thesis Statement—The last sentence (or two) of an introduction paragraph is your thesis statement. This
is your main claim to the topic of the paper (see thesis statement handout). This is the most important component
of the introduction because it will allow your reader to understand the arguments and supporting points presented
in the remainder of your paper. If your thesis statement isn’t effective, then your reader will have trouble
understanding the rest of your paper. 

People today have many thoughts about emerging technology and the ways that society is being impacted. Some people have concluded that new technology will definitely make the world a better place while other people think that new technology may mean the end of humanity. Select ONE of the specific types of emerging technology listed below and write an essay of 1250 to 1500 words (5 to 6 pages) in which you explain why this technology will make the world a better place OR why society should be concerned about potential damage this technology can cause (or may be already causing).
As you discuss the reasons for your position, please provide specific support for each reason. Consider the various methods of development that we have discussed and make an informed choice about what method or methods you will use to help substantiate your points. 
In this essay, you must reference the following: 
1. Ideas from at least one relevant situation that you have personally experienced (e.g., as an anecdotal eyecatcher in your introduction, as an example/factor in the body of your paper, or any other way that helps to contribute to your paper);
2. Information from the news article that you selected (
“The next generation of connected IoT”MIT Technology Review.)
https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/03/23/1069199/the-next-generation-of-conne
cted-iot/
3. “The Social Impact of Technology” by Matthew Giannelis
In this paper, you must include at least one justifiable quote (remember the reasons to quote) and a summary (NOTE: You do NOT need to summarize an entire article; summarize only what is relevant to the point that you are making). Remember to document and integrate your source according to MLA guidelines. This essay will be using ONLY TWO OUTSIDE SOURCES (one of the listed class readings and your instructor-approved article). Remember that whenever you use a source, you MUST cite the source according to MLA guidelines.

Choose one of the following questions and write an argumentative essay that answers your chosen question. You will need to choose at least two readings from the course that will provide support for your paper. All support taken from the readings should be cited within the text using MLA formatting. See the attached MLA-Quick and Easy Guide for assistance.  
Option 1 from Unit 1:  How much of what happens in our lives do we actually control?
Option 2 from Unit 2:  If rules are put in place to keep us safe, is there ever a time when we should be fighting against them?
Your argumentative essay should include:
an introduction that
presents a reasonable claim, expressed in a clear thesis statement
names the author and genre of each text you have selected to support your claim
body paragraphs that
present a thorough analysis of your claim
contain textual evidence and details to support your claim
demonstrate a logical organization of ideas
a conclusion paragraph that
restates your thesis statement
effectively wraps up your essay
leaves your reader with a lasting impression, perhaps through an interesting final thought

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/advances-in-arti…
https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/23447596/artific…
https://www.vox.com/recode/2022/12/7/23498694/ai-a…
https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/23023538/ai-dal…
As someone in academia, I have heard the mass hysteria and confusion over programs like ChatGPT. If you have friends who are artists you might have heard about DALL-E2 or other AI-generated works of “art.” What do you think will be the real benefit for society by having these programs? What is at least one positive benefit you find from these AI programs, and one negative. Explain fully.
For your blog you need to include at least two inline citations that show me you used course materials to get full credit for the assignment.

Senior Seminar Final Paper due 5/7 (25 points)
1250-1500 words (5-6 double spaced pages maximum).
Assignment:
Write a research paper on one of the topics below. Choose one that’s fun and interesting to you so your project is enjoyable and you can claim ownership of it. (Remember, at this point you all know much more about tattoo art and history than most people, even most tattooed people.)
For this research paper, I will discuss henna tattoos, which have a different name: mehndi. I will discuss the process, how they are done, and the reasons behind them.
Fabius, C. (1998). Mehndi the art of henna body painting. Three Rivers. 
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=tJjmAgAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PR9&dq=info:Ko27jckZXmgJ:scholar.google.com/&ots=n-6T2cg5C3&sig=eKzSSzj5BGvrDubkRhCb5ECtGjY#v=onepage&q&f=false
Miczak, M. A. (2001). Henna’s secret history: The history, mystery & folklore of henna. Writers Club Press. 
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=y4Al3swCPbsC&oi=fnd&pg=PR9&dq=info:Go7jbhARh_wJ:scholar.google.com/&ots=knqs6xafAv&sig=Q2l1mMa7sABwGgfkfOvodjOq6As#v=onepage&q&f=false
Roome, L. (2000). Mehndi: The timeless art of henna painting. St. Martin’s. 
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=tJjmAgAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PR9&dq=info:Ko27jckZXmgJ:scholar.google.com/&ots=n-6T2ci0t2&sig=iQSMeaCjzcrZZExWNEA-SB5LX10#v=onepage&q&f=false
Google. (n.d.). Mehndi. Google Books. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=dMfxkYsIZVcC&oi=fnd&pg=PA10&dq=info%3AunztkMOWeGQJ%3Ascholar.google.com%2F&ots=bSwWWf2AUy&sig=lfg6ZgOK4zsHv9IaPINXvxlUroA#v=onepage&q&f=false 
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=dMfxkYsIZVcC&oi=fnd&pg=PA10&dq=info:unztkMOWeGQJ:scholar.google.com/&ots=bSwWWf2AUy&sig=lfg6ZgOK4zsHv9IaPINXvxlUroA#v=onepage&q&f=false

Dear students,
These are the instructions for writing the Midterm Essay (Exemplification).
Please, read them carefully. You will not be able to submit any of the essays late. You will have 11 days to submit the rough drafts.
Write an exemplification essay of no fewer than 500 words and no more than 700 words on one of the topics from the list provided below. Do not change the titles of the essay. Use the same ones from the list.
1. Type of essay: Exemplification.
2. Topic: Select one of the following topics:
A. What Are the Advantages of Applying Computer Technology in Healthcare?
B. What Are the Benefits of Online Learning for University Students?
C. How Does Music Influence People’s Mood and Emotions?
D. Is Veganism a Solution for Health Problems?
E. Are Streaming Services (Netflix, Max, Peacock, etc.) Destroying Cable T.V?
3. The essay should have five (5) paragraphs only, no fewer than 500 words, and no more than 700 words.
4. The thesis statement must mention 3 points/reasons to be developed in the body paragraphs. It must be underlined.
Example of a thesis: College students should live at home because they can stay in touch with family, avoid distractions of dorm or apartment life, and save money.
5. Format: MLA (use the template and frame that are attached in the folder on Exemplification and MLA)
6. Documentation: You must use at least three (3) sources from reliable databases to document the information provided. There must be at least one in-text citation in each of the body paragraphs.
(Do NOT use Wikipedia, Yahoo.com as sources).
7. Due Date: Rough draft due date: Sunday, May 19, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
Final draft due date: Sunday, May 26, at 11:59 pm. Eastern Standard Time.
(Due dates are never as far as they seem. I will not accept late submissions)
8. Similarities: Up to 20% of similarities will be accepted. Essays assisted by any ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE software will receive an F.
**You must use the MLA format exactly as it is; otherwise, you will lose 20 points automatically. Go to www.citefast.com (http://www.citefast.com/) to cite your sources correctly.
****You have plenty of time and information to write and submit your essay, so no excuses will be accepted at the end.
Underline your thesis statement and do NOT change the title of your essay (it has to be the same topic from the list)
Attach your essays in Word or PDF only. Do not use pages, for I will not be able to see your submission.
Below are some tips to help you write your essay.
Choose your essay structure carefully. Avoid including details that do not serve to advance or complete your essay. I expect your essay to contain a strong introduction that includes your essay’s thesis, a coherent and focused body that effectively transitions from paragraph to paragraph, and a rich conclusion that provides closure for your essay.
Use all the resources you have available to complete this exam. Refer to your textbook for strategies and tips on student writing. I strongly recommend that you read chapter 9 from the textbook.
Start with an Outline
What does the outline of an exemplification essay consist of? It implies jotting down single or several sentences for each of the examples you’ll use in your exemplification essay. Schematically, the outline looks like this:
·        In paragraph 1, write one sentence outlining your topic, and one sentence describing your thesis statement.
·        In paragraph 2, give several sentences to describe the first example and prove it with facts (in-text citation required).
·        In paragraph 3, describe the second example and provide a short evidence (i
n-text citation required).

Directions
For this assignment, you will address prompts about the audience and writing situation in relation to genre, core idea, and purpose using the template linked in the What to Submit section.
Specifically, you must address the following regarding your chosen text:
Identify a possible primary audience of the text.
On the basis of the core idea and purpose of the text, who do you think could be the primary audience of the text?
Remember that in this assignment, you are thinking about who the writer of your chosen text might have intended to address, not the audiences that you will address in your project.
Identify other possible audiences for the text.
What are other possible audiences for the text?
Explain why both possible audiences (primary and other) are appropriate regarding the genre of the text.
Why are the audiences appropriate considering the genre of the text?
Explain why both possible audiences (primary and other) are appropriate regarding the writing situation of the text.
Why are those audiences appropriate considering the writing situation of the text?
Describe how the writer attracts and guides the audience.
How does the writer capture the attention of the audience?
How does the writer guide the audience in the text?
ARTICLE TO RESPOND TO :
Which is more precious, time or money? The answer is clear: You can always earn more money, but time is finite. Yet employees spend so much effort managing money and so little managing time that the result often is a stressed and less productive workforce, cramming work and home needs into shrinking hours.
HR professionals are finding that time management training can help employees juggle both work and family. Time management no longer focuses on time-saving tricks, such as using your commute to return calls. Instead, time management emphasizes a more holistic approach that teaches employees to set priorities and achieve goals in all areas of their lives.
“People used to look at time management as doing what we’re doing faster, running the conveyor belt more quickly,” says Don Wetmore, president of The Productivity Institute, a time management training firm in Stratford, Conn. “We’ve taken it to a different level. Time management is more than making up a to-do list. Not doing the right things to begin with gets you nowhere faster. Time management is the foundation for creating balance in our lives in vital areas, such as health and family,” Wetmore says.
But that foundation is missing from many employees’ lives. LifeCare Inc., an employee benefits organization in Westport, Conn., recently polled employees of its 1,000 client companies and found that 47 percent of respondents ranked time management as the No. 1 source of stress in their lives–an increase of 25 percent over last year, says CEO Peter Burki.
Employers can pay a high price for that stress. “The retention of key employees becomes a big issue as workers in droves leave companies to search for a better life,” says Laura Stack, president of The Productivity PRO, a time management and employee productivity consulting firm in Highlands Ranch, Colo. “If [employees] don’t leave, they’re stressed about wanting something different while being terrified to let go of a well-paying job in a tough environment, resulting in an unmotivated workforce.”
Time management training can increase employee morale, increase productivity and decrease turnover, Stack says. “It’s not how long you work, it’s how you work,” she says. “You could work a 12-hour day and be more unproductive than someone who works a sixhour day.” Teaching employees to be more productive and get the same amount of work done in less time can help them get home earlier, Stack says.
Defending Your Time
What does time management training teach? Employees should learn how to plan, set priorities, avoid procrastination and become more organized. Basic skills include how to use a daily planning calendar and how to set priorities and goals, says Jim Bird, president of WorklifeBalance.com, a time management training company in Atlanta. Advanced skills focus on relationships and project management, he adds.
Time management also can train employees to examine tasks more critically. For example, Wetmore says, a time log helps employees catalog how they spend their time. Employees rate their time “in terms of its productive value: critical is A, [worthwhile] is B, not much value is C and little value is D,” says Wetmore. When employees do this, “almost universally, 20 percent of time is spent on A and B, 80 percent on C and D. They have to learn how to shift over some of the unproductive time–Cs and Ds–to As and Bs.” Once employees recognize which tasks have less value, they will choose higher-value tasks, Wetmore adds.
Coors Brewing Co. in Golden, Colo., began time management training in one division after an employee survey. “Based on the results and [employee interviews], I heard many comments about ‘people working a lot,’” says EvaMilko, Coors’ director of strategic sourcing in corporate procurement. “Our team needed a refresher on how to manage disruptions, manage priorities and work with their values in mind.”
Coors’ training program offered three sessions delivered over two months, Milko says. One full-day session for all employees covered personal productivity, addressing reasons for stress and the ways stress affects performance. The session also discussed work/life balance and strategies for leaving the office earlier, Milko says. The second full-day session for all employees dealt with information overload, giving employees hands-on training in setting up filing systems, managing incoming e-mails and documents, and using Microsoft Outlook calendar and e-mail software effectively. Finally, a halfday session for managers covered delegating work and managing others’ time.
The results? “Team members reported finding 30 to 60 minutes per day of incremental ‘free’ time because of the training,” Milko says. “The work we did on filing systems and using Outlook more effectively allows us to retrieve information faster for quicker decision making and project management. Many employees began to use Outlook to manage not only their work activities, but also their personal appointments, reducing the redundancies of managing two different calendar systems.”
The training also inspired employees who work in cubicles to defend their work time against interruptions. Now, employees have a scarf that they can draw across the cubicle entrance, telling others not to stop by. The signal has “eliminated many of the daily disruptions, allowing people to get work done,” Milko says.
What’s the Problem?
To find the most effective time management training for your workforce, determine what types of time management problems employees have, decide who should attend training and choose the training style and vendor that best suit your needs.
Focus training on specific issues. Are employees complaining about working late? Seek techniques to help people leave the office earlier. Are employees feeling overwhelmed by paperwork? Emphasize systems that streamline paperwork and eliminate redundancy.
For example, Denver Water, a government utility in Denver Water, a government utility in Denver, Colo., implemented a time management program called “Handling Information Overload” because huge amounts of information were overwhelming employees, says Lori Wurth, manager of training and organization development. The training gave participants tips to keep on top of e-mail, voice mail, snail mail, paper, meetings and projects.
Who should attend the training? “The simpler and more repetitive the job, the less impact time management training will have,” Bird says. So focus training on employees who have a great deal of flexibility–and the potential for conflicting priorities–in their schedules and projects.
“A common practice is for time management training to be thrown at poor performers,” notes Stack. However, time management is best suited for peak performers whose departure would jeopardize the company.
Should you require participation? Stack says participation should be optional because “no one will learn anything if forced,” but Wetmore disagrees.
“The least effective way of approaching training is on an optional basis,” Wetmore says. “If [employees] understood what they needed, they would get it. They don’t understand what they need. The folks who sign up are often not the ones who need it most.”
The best way to market time management training to employees is to pitch its personal benefits, Wetmore says. Don’t say that the program will make the company more profitable. Say, “‘You will accomplish more, have more time and less stress, go home on time, be a better parent,’” Wetmore suggests.
Although the emphasis is on employees’ personal needs, the employer also will benefit, Bird adds. Time management tools applied off the job will become a habit that workers will carry over to the workplace.
Shopping for a Vendor
Seek a training vendor that is willing and able to customize training. “All programs need to be tailored to the individual company, focusing on their burning needs,” says Wetmore.
Avoid training that focuses solely on using any vendor’s particular calendar or daily planner products, cautions Bird. “In most organizations, a high percentage of individuals are highly committed to their current planner type” and aren’t likely to surrender favored planners, Bird says. So look for training dealing with behaviors and techniques rather than products alone.
Training delivery takes many forms, including seminars, books, audiotapes, videotapes, videoconferences and online training. What you use should depend on your audience and needs. Some consultants and employers say in-person seminars seem to have the greatest impact, especially when followed by individual consultations, and that other media are economical and useful for reinforcement. However, some consultants tout blended learning or web-based training.
“The most effective time management [class] is best performed in person, at least initially,” says Burki. “Once you have that firm foundation, you can use [technology] for online reminders, follow-up instruction, refresher courses, etc.”
But Bird says, “The ideal is the blended approach, using live and web-based training for advanced training and ongoing reinforcement of skills. High quality video-driven, web-based training can produce results equal to or exceeding high-quality live training. Not textbased or talking heads. I’m talking about high production–with multiple camera angles–web-based training.”
Linda Holmes Rogers, vice-president of HR for Fiserv Southern Region, a financial technology company in Atlanta, recently completed a web-based worklife balance training program. “We compared it to the instructor-led program and were very impressed,” Rogers says. “It is a time-saver. The quality of the web-based product is just as good as the instructor-led program.”
Individual Follow-up
No matter which training method you choose, individual follow-up, over time, is key, Wetmore and Stack add. “Huge changes [in behavior] take place over an extended period of time–six months to a year,” says Wetmore.
After an initial one-day class, Denver Water gives each participating employee a one-hour session with a time management consultant, Wurth says. The consultant and the employee develop a six-week action plan, and, after six weeks, the consultant reviews the plan and holds the employee accountable.
“The program has been very popular and well received–the one-on-one [consultations are] consistently cited as the most beneficial part,” Wurth says. “We find the accountability and personal attention really increases the application. We follow up with the employee and supervisor three months later to determine what worked and if they are satisfied with the results.”
Wurth found that selling senior management on paying for individual followup sessions was not easy, but “the results spoke for themselves, and now support is given without question,” she says.
“You can do a one-shot, full-day training for $7,500 or so for 20 people, but the organization will not experience long-term change in employee behavior” from one-time training, Stack says. Some short-term training can cost less, around $3,000 to $4,000 per day for a group of about 20 people. But for a year-long program with follow-up, expect to pay about $2,000 per employee, Stack says.
Employers have to find new customers, cut costs and improve productivity daily, Coors’ Milko notes. “We need a healthy and engaged workforce to help us in reaching those objectives,” she says. Time management training helps employees “be more effective throughout the day so they can leave the office and be with their families and friends, support their communities, and pursue their passions,” she says.
KATHRYN TYLER, M.A., IS A FREELANCE WRITER AND FORMER HR GENERALIST AND TRAINER IN WIXOM, MICH.
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