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    DesigningDesigning

    Training for Capacity BuildingTraining for Capacity Building

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    Effective Training ProgramsEffective Training Programs

    Improve communication

    Upgrade knowledge and skills

    Motivate employees

    Prepare for new Roles

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    We always think of training and

    the training process, but

    we really need to focus on

    LEA

    RNING or OUTCOMES!

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    What Affects Learning ?What Affects Learning ?

    Capability, age, and attitude of audience.

    Educational background, previous

    training & experience.

    Nature of the information being taught.

    Instructional methods & techniques used.

    Capability and attitude of the instructor.

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    What Do We Know AboutWhat Do We Know About

    Adult Learning?Adult Learning?

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    Knowing how adults learn is a

    vital component in developing

    & implementing an adult

    education & training program.

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    What do we know aboutWhat do we know about

    adult learning ?adult learning ?

    Consider themselves independent.

    Have a wide variety of experiences.

    Are concerned with immediate problems.

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    Characteristics ofAdultCharacteristics ofAdult

    LearnersLearners

    Adults enter learning situations with

    their own goals, motivations, needs

    and experiences.

    Adults learn better by doing!

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    Adults Learn Better:Adults Learn Better:

    If they are involved.

    When materials are structured to

    meet their needs.

    When the subject matter is

    connected to their daily activities.

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    Adults Learn Better:Adults Learn Better:

    In informal, organized environments.

    When materials are presentedthrough a variety of methods withpractical examples.

    When subjects are explained &supported visually.

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    Adults Learn BetterAdults Learn Better

    When activities & tasks are structured

    and clearly related to specific subjects.

    Through problem-solving instructional

    methods.

    Real or model

    experiences.

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    Adults Learn Better:Adults Learn Better:

    When given opportunities to apply

    & practice what they have learned.

    In cooperative learning

    situations and in groups.

    When they are not

    tested or pressured.

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    Key PointsKey Points

    Adults prefer How-To

    and Hands-On instruction.

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    Key PointsKey Points

    They prefer single concept

    programs that focus on

    applications to problems.

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    Key PointsKey Points

    Short breaks between

    instructional periods provide

    more effective learning.

    Time for reflection should be

    provided.

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    Key PointsKey Points

    Visual images are remembered

    more effectively than words.

    Most people are visual learners!

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    Retaining InformationRetaining Information

    Method of Instruction Recall

    3 hours 3 days

    Telling 70% 10%

    Showing 72% 20%

    Telling & Showing 86% 65%

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    Needs of IndividualsNeeds of Individuals

    People Need to Feel:

    * accepted * understood

    * important * part of process

    * proud * part of winning team

    * responsible

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    Incorporating IllustrationsIncorporating Illustrations

    Illustrations stimulate interest.

    Illustrations help readers learn.

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    MotivationMotivation

    Something from within that

    prompts us to do something.

    It is stimulated by the

    external environment.

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    RememberRemember

    Learning is an internal process.

    Instruction is an external activity.

    Carefully think through and plan

    all of your instructional activities

    to enhance learning.

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    Remember 5 PsRemember 5 Ps

    Prior Planning Prevents

    Poor Performance.

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    15 Practical Tips for Planning15 Practical Tips for Planning& Conducting Outstanding& Conducting Outstanding

    Training ProgramsTraining Programs

    Adapted from: How to be a Better Trainer,

    Keye Productivity Center, 1991

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    1. Know your Subject1. Know your Subject

    Thoroughly prepare for your role

    as the instructor.

    What knowledge & skills do you want

    employees to possess after the program?

    Break the subject(s) into small,

    understandable segments.

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    2. Know your Audience2. Know your Audience

    For a successful program,

    you must know as much as

    possible about the people in

    your audience!

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    2. Know your Audience2. Know your Audience

    Important Questions to Answer:

    1. Who makes up the audience?

    2. What is their occupation or specific job?

    3. What is their level of education?

    4. What is their experience?

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    2. Know your Audience2. Know your Audience

    5. Why are they attending?

    6. What do they know about the subject?

    7. What is their interest in the subject?

    8. What things do they have in common?

    9. What is their relationship to you?

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    3. Know the Occasion3. Know the Occasion

    What is the purpose of the program?

    How long is the program?

    Where will it be held?

    What are the physical conditions of

    the location?

    Are there any customs or procedures

    that need to take place?

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    4. Logistics4. Logistics

    Plan carefully and thoroughly.

    Double check all details.

    Be prepared.

    Be flexible !

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    5. Welcome & Introductions5. Welcome & Introductions

    Hearty welcome &

    strong introduction.

    Days schedule.

    Housekeeping details.

    Set the climate

    *Why are we here?

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    6. Discuss Goals & Objectives6. Discuss Goals & Objectives

    Present program goals & objectives.

    Discuss benefits.

    Why should I care?

    Whats In It For Me (WIIFM).

    Invite learners to become involved.

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    7. Program Opening7. Program Opening

    Provide a clear overview of subject.

    Be creative in getting the audiences

    attention.

    Begin with stimulating information.

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    8. Audience Involvement8. Audience Involvement

    Stimulate audience involvement!

    Solicit:

    *Assistance

    *Opinions

    *Experiences

    Ask non-threatening questions

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    9. Enthusiasm & Sincerity9. Enthusiasm & Sincerity

    Demonstrate strong positive

    involvement with the:

    subject

    program

    audience

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    10. How To Instruction10. How To Instruction

    Provide specific actions orrecommendations that people

    can immediately implement.

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    Make positive statements

    about the subject matter.

    Speak with expressiveness

    and variety in tone of voice.

    9. Enthusiasm & Sincerity9. Enthusiasm & Sincerity

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    11. Pace & Flow11. Pace & Flow

    Change speech rate or emphasis.

    Use different instructional techniques.

    Keep information & activities relevant.

    Dont skip around or digress.

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    12. Linkages & Relationships12. Linkages & Relationships

    Link points together and

    discuss how different subjects

    relate to each other.

    Present information in alogical sequence.

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    13. Audiovisuals13. Audiovisuals

    Use creative & excellent quality

    audiovisuals to highlight key points.

    Utilize a variety of instructional

    techniques.

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    14. The Close14. The Close

    Most programs end abruptly, so:

    Summarize the big picture.

    Challenge learners.

    Provide an exhilarating close !

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    15. Program Evaluation15. Program Evaluation

    Assesses value of program.

    Provides important feedback.

    Strengthens future programs.

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    Remember

    Program content

    Delivery

    Determine whether or not learnersbelieve what you say!

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    Effective Training and LearningEffective Training and Learning

    Foster Good Performance.Foster Good Performance.

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    AcknowledgementsAcknowledgements

    This presentation was created by

    DaryleE

    . Foster, Robert B. Gravani,and Elizabeth A. Bihn.

    Images provided by USDA (k5897-11,

    94cs0464, k7614-6), Donna L. Scott,

    and Elizabeth A. Bihn