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Hello. My name is John W. Shaffer and I am an educational technologist. I'm an independent contractor and consultant. I have my own company - Archetype Performance Solutions. I used to host a separate web site for Archetype; however, now I only host this site.
As an educational technologist I am involved in what most people think of as training. However, I do not limit myself only to what many people consider training. As much as is practical, I also try to incorporate many Web2.0 and eLearning 2.0 tools and technologies into an overall training program.
Over the years I have come to embrace two statements which guide my work in educational technology. My fairly broad definition of training forms the first statement.
For me:
"Training is getting the right information, to the right people, at the right time, using the right medium and methods."
The second statement is:
"I perform 'training' so that individuals can reach their highest productivity and organizations, for and with whom the individuals work, can thus reach their highest levels of profitability."
If you would like to learn a little more about me, please click "About".
Online social networking has become increasingly important over the last few years. Many Web2.0 tools and technologies provide ways to connect online. I use many of them to connect and network with others. Click "Connect" if you would like to connect with me using one or more Web2.0 tools or through networks created using Web2.0 technologies. If you would like to connect with me via email, you can also do that from there. I will get your email and contact you shortly.