By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- Understand learning styles and apply techniques to enhance the learning process.
- Design effective training materials tailored to meet specific group needs.
- Utilize group facilitation techniques to deliver engaging and impactful training.
- Enhance group training skills by focusing on effective communication behaviors.
- Evaluate training sessions for participant reaction, learning outcomes, behavioral change, and organizational value.
- Implement strategies to build rapport and manage group participation effectively.
- Assess personal training strengths and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide and receive constructive feedback to improve training delivery.
DAY 1
Foundations of Effective Training
The Learning Organization
- Understanding the role of training in organizational success.
- Exploring the justification and benefits of effective training programs.
A Systematic Approach to Training
- Overview of the training cycle and its key stages.
- The trainer’s role and process in delivering impactful sessions.
Effective Communication in Training
- Importance of clear and engaging communication for trainers.
- Techniques to establish a positive learning environment.
- Practical Exercise: Analyzing a sample training scenario and identifying key elements of the training cycle.
DAY 2
Designing and Assessing Training Needs
Identifying Training Needs
- Conducting a training needs analysis to align with organizational goals.
- Basics of needs assessment and data collection methods.
Crafting Learning Objectives
- Writing clear and measurable learning objectives.
- Applying verbs to different levels of learning (e.g., Bloom’s Taxonomy).
Adult Learning Principles
- Understanding learning styles and their impact on training design.
- Incorporating activity-based learning to enhance engagement.
- Group Activity: Developing a training needs analysis and drafting learning objectives for a sample training session.
DAY 3
Delivering and Evaluating Training
Planning and Preparation
- Designing instructional materials and preparing the training environment.
- Using visual aids and group facilitation techniques to enhance learning.
Training Delivery and Facilitation
- Strategies for building rapport and managing group participation.
- Handling challenging participants and maintaining professionalism.
Evaluating Training Effectiveness
- Exploring levels of evaluation (reaction, learning, behavior, results).
- Providing and receiving constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
