Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Results or Output
Training course announcement, pre-work assignments, room set-up diagram, training equipment materials
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what constitutes an appropriate pre-work assignment and how much time is needed to complete a pre-work assignment !s aware of optimum room set-up
Supporting Skills
Creates and distributes appropriate pre-work assignments "ets up the classroom for optimum learning Operates classroom equipment
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to spend the time to complete pre-course activities #mpathizes with participants who may not have the time to complete a pre-work assignment
Results or Output
&anagement partnership, training course changes, training course announcement, pre-work assignments, room set-up diagram, training equipment materials
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what constitutes an appropriate pre-work assignment and how much time is needed to complete a pre-work assignment !s aware of optimum room set-up !s aware of the role participants' managers have in the success of training (nderstands how to revise participant training materials and customize the lesson plan for this session (nderstands making benefits known to participants in a training announcement
Supporting Skills
)artners with supervisors of participants to prepare learners for results *evises participant training materials based on the needs of this group Customizes the lesson plan to the needs of this group "tates course outcomes as benefits to the participants Creates and distributes appropriate pre-work assignments "ets up the classroom for optimum learning Operates classroom equipment
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to spend the time to complete pre-course activities #mpathizes with participants who may not have the time to complete a pre-work assignment
Results or Output
+ctive participants, completed introductions, posted participant learning ob%ectives
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands what constitutes an appropriate introduction for the trainer and the participants
Supporting Skills
Conducts introductions that place the learners at ease #stablishes ground rules and announces the schedule for the course +sks for information from the learners about their ob%ectives, e$perience, and motivation for the course topic
Supporting Attitudes
!s interested in maintaining order and control
Results or Output
+ctive participants, completed introductions, music, course graphic, name tents, materials, ground rules are set, ob%ectives posted
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of role of music in setting a learning climate !s aware of the role of established ground rules at the beginning of a session (nderstands what constitutes an appropriate introduction for the trainer and the participants !s aware of the learners' interest in making choices when entering the classroom, such as where to sit, how to complete a name tent, and so on (nderstands what constitutes a risk for the learners !s aware that climate-setting activities ought to be one eighth of the course activity
Supporting Skills
-esigns a course graphic to provide a visual overview of the course "elects appropriate music or other audiovisuals to play while participants assemble "hows electronic slides that will preview the training session concepts !dentifies risk factors of activities relevant to the specific target population Conducts a session starter that involves everyone, is low risk, and is related to the course content Conducts introductions that place the learners at ease #stablishes ground rules and announces the schedule for the course +sks for information from the learners about their ob%ectives, e$perience, and motivation for the course topic .elps participants tie course ob%ectives to a business need
Supporting Attitudes
!s sensitive to the learners' need for inclusion in low-risk activities !ncludes the learners in decision making
Results or Output
+ctive participants
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the importance of building learning on an adult's e$periences
Supporting Skills
)rovides a practical and useful learning e$perience
Supporting Attitudes
*espects participants' prior knowledge and skills
Results or Output
+ctive participants, different training methods to appeal to different learning styles
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the importance of building learning on an adult's e$periences (nderstands learning styles and the importance of using a variety of training methods !s aware of the importance of helping participants identify the benefits of learning something new (nderstands which adult learning principles are a priority for a specific target population
Supporting Skills
)rovides a practical and useful learning e$perience +cknowledges participants' prior knowledge and skills (ses a variety of training methods
Supporting Attitudes
*espects participants' prior knowledge and skills !s willing to give up some control of the learning situation to build a collaborative learning e$perience
Results or Output
/ecture notes, handout materials, visuals
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands appropriate visual support for verbal information (nderstands appropriate e$amples !s aware of logical structure
Supporting Skills
"ets up the lecture by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the content )rovides clear and accurate e$amples "upplements verbal comments with written handout materials and visuals
Supporting Attitudes
!s interested in being logical and well-organized
Results or Output
/arge group participation, answers participant questions, models platform techniques
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands appropriate visual support for verbal information (nderstands appropriate e$amples !s aware of logical structure !s aware of an adult's attention span (nderstands how to ask questions that promote reflection and learning
Supporting Skills
"ets up the lecture by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the content )rovides clear and accurate e$amples "upplements verbal comments with written handout materials and visuals +nswers questions accurately !nvolves learners in brief activities at least every fifteen minutes &aintains eye contact and uses appropriate gestures +voids distracting words, such as 0ah,1 0um,1 and 0ya' know1 2aries speaking rate, pitch, and volume .as learners develop or use the concepts from the lecture .as learners finish the lecture or make a summary or application of the ideas presented
Supporting Attitudes
!s interested in being logical and well-organized +ppreciates that all lectures will not be liked by all adults !s willing to keep lectures short and to a minimum during a course
Results or Output
+genda, questions, summary of ideas
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the interactions during a dynamic discussion
Supporting Skills
"ets up the discussion by stating the ob%ective and gives an overview of the agenda +sks overview questions to begin the discussion +sks direct questions to gain fuller participation +sks participants to clarify the concepts &akes a summary
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to remain impartial so participants will e$presses their own opinions
Results or Output
+genda, questions, summary of ideas, group participation
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands interactions during a dynamic discussion !s aware of what constitutes a facilitative role for a discussion leader (nderstanding the interactions during a dynamic discussion (nderstands how to ask questions that promote reflection and learning
Supporting Skills
"ets up the discussion by stating the ob%ective and gives an overview of the agenda +sks overhead questions to begin the discussion +sks direct, redirected, and reverse questions to gain fuller participation +sks a variety of open and closed questions to appropriately direct the discussion Challenges generalizations and irrelevant digressions and probes for deeper meaning -raws out quiet or reluctant participants without embarrassing the learner +sks participants to clarify the concepts and make a summary
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to remain impartial so participants will e$press their own opinions !s patient
Results or Output
)articipants complete activities
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the importance of learning by doing
Supporting Skills
"ets up the learning activity by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the activity 3roups participants and assigns roles appropriate to the activity Observes the participants and assists groups as needed Conducts a debriefing to stress learning points &akes a summary of key points
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to use a variety of activities to reach all learners
Role: Trainer or Instructor Advanced Competency $: %aci itates E&ercises' Case Studies' (ames' and Simu ations
The trainer sets up the activity by giving clear directions, groups participants, and draws learners' reactions and learning points from the participants. The trainer helps the participants apply what is learned from these activities.
Results or Output
)articipants complete advanced activities, such as case studies, games, and simulations
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the importance of learning by doing (nderstands how to group learners for the best results (nderstands which types of questions will help learners discover concepts and apply new learning (nderstands how to refocus groups that become lost or distracted during an activity !s aware that une$pected learning can occur
Supporting Skills
"ets up the learning activity by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the activity without revealing what the learners will discover 3roups participants and assigns roles appropriate to the activity Observes the participants and assists groups as needed Conducts a debriefing of the activity by asking participants to share and interpret their reactions to the activity by asking appropriate questions +sks participants to identify learning points that usually emerge from the activity .andles une$pected learning appropriately +sks participants to identify how they will use or apply the concepts learned from the activity
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to use a facilitative role and not be too directive or controlling
Results or Output
Completed product or completed process
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the process or procedure to be demonstrated
Supporting Skills
"ets up the demonstration by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the process or procedure to be demonstrated "hows the process or procedure while e$plaining what learners see and hear "upervises participant return demonstrations, gives feedback, and makes corrections "upervises practice sessions to complete learning #valuates learning through tests
Supporting Attitudes
"hows concern for the participants' safety
Results or Output
Completed product or completed process, skill performance checklist
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the process or procedure to be demonstrated !s aware of the risk to participants of doing or learning the process or procedure (nderstands how much practice is required to learn a new skill based on task difficulty, the importance of doing the task in a standardized manner, and the frequency with which the task is done on the %ob !s aware of participant sensitivity to feedback (nderstands how to ask questions that promote reflection and learning
Supporting Skills
"ets up the demonstration by telling the ob%ective and gives an overview of the process or procedure to be demonstrated "hows the process or procedure while e$plaining what learners see and hear "upervises participant return demonstrations, gives feedback, and makes corrections "upervises practice sessions to complete learning #valuates learning through appropriate skill performance tests +sks appropriate questions +sks learners questions so learners develop concepts and make a summary
Supporting Attitudes
"hows concern for the participants' safety !s sensitive to participants who receive feedback
Results or Output
*ole play observer's critique sheet, skill development
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what constitutes an appropriate role model
Supporting Skills
"ets up the role play by sharing the ob%ective, selecting a volunteer, and preparing the volunteer for his or her role &akes a summary of skills demonstrated
Supporting Attitudes
"hows concern to present an authentic role model
Results or Output
*ole-play observer's critique sheet4 empathy or skill development
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the risk factors of participant skill practice during a role play (nderstands how to minimize risk and promote the benefits of role play (nderstands how to ask questions that promote reflection and learning
Supporting Skills
"ets up the role play by sharing the ob%ective, selecting characters, and preparing the characters for their roles "tructures the role play to be completed simultaneously in groups of three. !nstructs observers and provides a checklist for completion during the observation +sks participants to play the scene without over-directing +sks participants to share and interpret their reactions to the role plays +sks participants questions to develop the concept of empathy or focus on the skills being developed +sks participants questions to summarize and apply what was learned to the %ob
Supporting Attitudes
"hows empathy &akes the environment safe, not embarrassing for the learner
Results or Output
5egative feedback to learner, learner changes behavior, and learner improves
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands how feedback affects a learner's performance
Supporting Skills
-escribes specifically what the learner does and says that is incorrect Offers an appropriate model
Supporting Attitudes
!s helpful
Results or Output
)ositive and negative feedback4 learner changes behavior and learner improves
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of how to give feedback so the learner does not become defensive !s aware of whether the learner is capable of the desired performance
Supporting Skills
-escribes specifically what the learner does and says, rather than focusing on attitude or placing a value on it or making a %udgment 6ocuses on limited issues and avoids describing behavior as 0always1 or 0never1 6ocuses on behavior the learner can do something about 3ives well-timed information (ses paraphrasing to ensure learner understanding and clear communication .elps learners gain insights and verbalize the rationale for changed behavior
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to focus on behavior, not attitude !s willing to be helpful, not intrusive
Results or Output
#quipment and media identical to handout materials
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what type of media support a learning ob%ective !s aware of who and how to call for technical support or troubleshooting
Supporting Skills
"hows or customizes visual images that support the learning ob%ective
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to make the most effective use of media
Results or Output
#quipment and media that support handout materials
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what type of media support a learning ob%ective !s aware of who and how to call for technical support or troubleshooting !s aware of different learning styles that need visual support for conceptual information (nderstands the importance of color to create emphasis and retain information 6amiliar with how to operate frequently used equipment
Supporting Skills
"hows or customizes visual images that support the learning ob%ective "elects a variety of media to enhance different learning styles (ses color appropriately -oes not read to the learner from the visuals Operates equipment with ease, and troubleshoots minor mechanical problems
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to make the most effective use of media
Role: Trainer or Instructor Basic Competency 11: Administers 0ests and Eva uates S.i Performance
The trainer limits test content to material already taught in the course by distributing written test materials efficiently and at the right time. The trainer gives clear directions, monitors participant progress, and answers questions.
Results or Output
"cored tests and completed skill performance checklists
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what content is appropriate for testing (nderstands the testing process
Supporting Skills
"elects appropriate content and test items +dministers the test fairly
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to be fair
Role: Trainer or Instructor Advanced Competency 11: Administers 0ests and Eva uates S.i Performance
The trainer limits test content to material already taught in the course by distributing written test materials efficiently and at the right time. The trainer gives clear directions, monitors participant progress, and answers questions without providing unwarranted assistance. The trainer collects and corrects the tests in a timely manner to provide feedback to the learners.
Results or Output
"cored tests and completed skill performance checklists, timely feedback of test results
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of what content is appropriate for testing (nderstands the testing process !s aware of methods participants could use to cheat during a test (nderstands how to give feedback regarding incorrectly answered test items !s aware of how to make a skill performance observation as ob%ective as possible
Supporting Skills
"elects appropriate content and test items +dministers the test fairly +nswers participant questions without providing unwarranted assistance Corrects tests promptly )rovides feedback to learners to improve performance &akes skill performance observations using an ob%ective checklist
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to be fair *ecognizes some participants may attempt to cheat on a test !s willing to be helpful appropriately
Results or Output
)roblem ignored or problem learner e$cluded from training
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the source of problem learner behavior
Supporting Skills
(ses high-risk disciplinary strategies to correct problem learner behavior !gnores minor problem learner behaviors and talks to disruptive participants privately (ses interactive training methods to redirect the focus of a problem learner +sks disruptive participants to leave the classroom
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to ignore minor disruptive behavior (nwilling to accept verbal or physical abuse from learners
Results or Output
Changed learner behavior
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the source of problem learner behavior (nderstands the risk associated with various problem learner strategies
Supporting Skills
!dentifies whether or not a problem is caused by the content or process of instruction +nticipates problem learners by using prevention strategies, such as setting ground rules !gnores minor problem learner behaviors and takes corrective action when appropriate (ses interactive training methods to redirect the focus of problem learners (ses high-risk disciplinary strategies to correct problem learner behavior as a last resort +ssesses the effectiveness of problem learner strategies
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to confront disruptive behavior assertively !s unwilling to allow anyone to disrupt the learning of others !s unwilling to accept verbal or physical abuse from learners
Role: Trainer or Instructor Basic Competency 13: 2anages Appropriate Use of 0ec3no ogy
Trainer makes the best use of available technology to present courses.
Results or Output
(se of technology
Supporting Knowledge
(nderstands the capabilities of technology owned by the organization
Supporting Skills
Operates software and hardware that are a part of the course )rovides written directions for others to operate technical tools "eeks support for technical assistance
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to ask for help from technical support
Role: Trainer or Instructor Advanced Competency 13: 2anages Appropriate Use of 0ec3no ogy
Trainer uses the most up-to-date available technology to present courses. Trainer uses a combination of blended learning delivery modes when appropriate.
Results or Output
(se of technology
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of research that supports the use of technology as an effective learning tool (nderstands the capabilities of different types of technology
Supporting Skills
"moothly operates software and hardware that are a part of the course )laces learners at ease when introducing new technology through learning activities )rovides written and verbal directions for others to operate technical tools !nteracts appropriately with technical support personnel Completes system and sound checks prior to conducting a course
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to practice using technology before using it in the classroom "hows patience with less proficient learners !s willing to ask for help from technical support
Results or Output
Transferred learning is used on the %ob
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the trainer's role in transferring new learning to the %ob (nderstands assessment tools !s aware of a variety of techniques to partner with learners during training to promote learning transfer
Supporting Skills
(ses adult learning methods to facilitate content that addresses the participants' real issues )rovides appropriate practice and feedback to learners
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to work with learners during training to make a connection between training and the use of skills on the %ob
Results or Output
Transferred learning is used on the %ob
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the trainer's role, participants' role, and the role of the participants' manager in transferring new learning to the %ob (nderstands assessment tools !s aware of a variety of techniques to partner with learners and their managers to promote learning transfer
Supporting Skills
"ets ob%ectives with the participants' manager that are based on needs defined with the manager Customizes content to meet the participants' needs (ses adult learning methods to facilitate content that addresses the participants' real issues )rovides appropriate practice and feedback to learners )rovides follow-up information to assist coaching and support by the participants' managers +ssists the managers in evaluating the transfer of learning and bottom-line results of training
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to e$tend the trainer's role in transferring learning beyond the classroom
Results or Output
Completed lessons
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of how to use a few tools of the technology appropriate for synchronous or asynchronous courses /imited understanding of how the technology works !s aware of the differences in how to use a few training methods in a virtual classroom
Supporting Skills
(ses lecture appropriately in a virtual classroom .elps learners become familiar with a few tools in the technology by pointing them out 6acilitates threaded discussions (ses appropriate visual support
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to be thoroughly prepared !s helpful to new learners
Results or Output
Completed lessons
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of which tools of the technology are appropriate for synchronous or asynchronous courses (nderstands how the technology works !s aware of the differences in how to use classroom training methods in a virtual classroom
Supporting Skills
(ses a variety of training methods appropriately in a virtual classroom .elps learners become familiar with tools in the technology that promote participation by using them Compensates for a lack of face-to-face contact appropriately -eparts from the prepared script to promote learning 6acilitates threaded discussions (ses appropriate visual support
Supporting Attitudes
!s willing to be thoroughly prepared .elpfulness to new learners
Results or Output
7ritten requests for changes
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the variety of factors that influence the effectiveness of training (nderstands when to request a change to a course
Supporting Skills
!dentifies appropriate changes to make a course more effective !dentifies when a course does not match the %ob and is out-of-date
Supporting Attitudes
!s interested in having the course up-to-date
Results or Output
7ritten recommendations for changes
Supporting Knowledge
!s aware of the variety of factors that influence the effectiveness of training (nderstands when to make a recommendation to change a course !s aware of how to state recommendations to avoid a defensive reaction (nderstands course design principles
Supporting Skills
!dentifies appropriate changes to make a course more effective !dentifies when a course does not match the %ob and is out-of-date Tactfully makes appropriate recommendations for course changes
Supporting Attitudes
!nterest in making a course more effective