http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:58:00 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 17:58:00 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=91183 This resource provides activities that can be used in class regarding Leadership http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=90414 This is a commercial site that offers classes for continuing education. However, the stress class is free. Authors claim that you will know your stress-level and have the ability to monitor the stress levels of others, know how to break the immediate stress cycle and help others to do so, and develop a lifestyle that is to a large extent stress-resistant. Several interactive tests are available. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=89363 This is a resource for businesses,organizations and educators interested in harnessing the power of teams to achieve business objectives. Information is available regarding Team Concepts, Team Building and Coaching. There are many terms that can be "clicked on" for further elaboration. Perhaps the best feature is that one can download the entire "book" which also includes team building exercises. Additionally, detailed directions for facilitating High Performance Team building sessions are also provided. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=292261 This is for individuals who have for-profit work experience and are considering bridging into the nonprofit sector. The "Hiring Tool kit" is useful for 'bridgers' to present their transferable skills and understand what nonprofits seek in the recruitment process. Membership is required (free) to access tools and resources. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=283073 This exercise is based on Dr. John Holland's theory that people and work environments can be loosely classified into six different groups. It gives an overview of career possibilities, co-curricular activities and identifications that correspond to your strongest interest areas. This will give you additional ways of checking out your career-related interests and getting involved in your career planning. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=292243 Articles from the CPAD Network Newsletter which is for members only, however, the columnists have given permission to print some articles for free on this Site. Concise and timely information and ideas to assist career development practitioners in their private practice or in an organisation. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=285372 Various articles about coaching written or posted by the CASA members. Downloadable and free. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=252350 This site contains general reference material about the process of coaching and mentoring.  Specific topics included are:  What is Coaching?, Getting Coached, Coaching Others, Peer Coaching Groups, Some Coaching Training Organizations and Associations, and General Resources.  The resource is the Free Management Library. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=280959 21 Definitions of Coaching taken from various sources all on one page. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=278838 Desde el centro de Coaching en España, Barcelona, este portal sirva como lugar de encuentro para intercambiar opiniones, experiencias e ideas. Hay artículos, documentación, casos reales, bibliografía, etc. Estos artículos son gratis para descargar.