Behaviour Modelling

It is an approach that demonstrates wanted behaviour, gives trainees the possibility to practice and role-play those behaviours and retain feedback. The fundamental behaviour modelling includes the following steps:

a)  Learning points: At the starting, the essential goals & objectives of the programme are stated. In some of cases the learning points are a sequence of behaviours which are to be taught.

b)  Modelling:  Trainees watch videotapes or films in which a model manager is portrayed dealing with worker in an effort to develop his performance. The model indicates specifically how to deal with situation & demonstrates the learning points.

c)  Role playing: Trainees participate in extensive rehearsal of the behaviours indicated by the models.

d)  Social reinforcement:  The trainer offers support in the form of praise & constructive feedback depend on how the trainee performs in the role- playing situation.

e)  Transfer of learning:  At last, trainees are encouraged to apply their new skills while they return to their jobs.

Behaviour modelling may be effective. Many controlled studies have established success in helping managers to interact with worker, handle discipline, introduce change and enhance productivity. This learning method in isolation may prove to be insufficient, but in combination with other off-the-job techniques can prove to be useful.