Multimedia training in the pig industry

Abstract

This paper evaluates the effectiveness of a multimedia training program designed specifically for stockpeople in the pig industry. The information was presented in either multimedia or printed manual format with and without the presence of a trainer. Care was taken to ensure that layout and content was the same for both formats. The study comprised two pilot studies to assess the validity of the instruments, followed by a main study in which 92 stockpeople participated in one of four training conditions. Immediately following training, stockpeople completed a Knowledge and a Satisfaction Questionnaire and 6 weeks post-training repeated the Knowledge Questionnaire. Results did not support the..