Train - Media Development Collective

Training of Trainers

Media Development Collective’s Training of Trainers (ToT) course will help develop skilled and impactful trainers. Designed to cater to professionals responsible for conducting training sessions within their organisations or for external groups, this comprehensive programme will equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in their training role.

Benefits:

Delve into the principles of adult learning, gaining insights into the specific needs and preferences of adult learners.
Master the art of designing impactful training sessions, from setting learning goals, creating engaging content and structuring your training plan.
Explore a diverse array of training delivery methods, from interactive activities and presentations to group discussions and role-playing exercises.
Hone your communication skills, focusing on verbal and non-verbal cues, active listening, and adeptly handling questions.
Learn valuable techniques for managing group dynamics, navigating challenging situations, and fostering active participation during training.
Discover effective methods for evaluating participants’ progress and understanding, while providing constructive feedback.
Embrace the power of technology and multimedia, leveraging it to enhance engagement and create impactful training experiences both face to face and online.
Develop compelling training materials, including handouts, visual aids, and training manuals, to deliver information effectively.
Practice Sessions: Elevate your training delivery skills through hands-on practice in mock sessions, receiving valuable feedback to refine your approach.
Training Evaluation: Recognise the importance of evaluating training effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and growth.

This course is perfect for:

Professionals working in media, online, digital marketing, communications, education, or civil society organisations who are interested in delivering training to groups of participants.

Outline:

This training is customised to meet your specific needs as well as the needs of your organisation. During the completion of these modules you will develop a training plan and demonstrate a training.

Module 1: Principals of Adult Learning
Module 2: Learning Outcomes
Module 3: Workshop and Activity Design
Module 4: Training Delivery
Module 5: Training Evaluation
Module 6: Prototyping

MODULE 1: Principals of Adult Learning

What is the difference between training and knowledge acquisition?
How do adults learn effectively?
Differentiating good and bad learning.

MODULE 2: Learning Outcomes

The learning domains.
Blooms taxonomy and having clear outcomes in learning design.
SMART goals.
Formulating learning outcomes.

MODULE 3: Workshop and Activity Design

Designing for interactivity, knowledge share and prior experience.
ADDIE methodology.
Kolb and Experiential, Reflective learning.
Icebreakers, energisers and activities.
Workshop formats.

MODULE 4: Training Delivery

Creating a safe space environment.
Facilitating training, the dos and don’ts.
How to craft effective visual aids including PowerPoint.
Giving and receiving feedback.

MODULE 5: Training Evaluation

Different techniques to evaluate training.
Useful tools to evaluate trainings.

MODULE 6: Prototyping

Develop a training plan.
Implement a training.
Providing feedback.
Creating and personal development plan.