Training Skills Development

Programs that offer workshops or other forms of training or support which help participants develop the skills they need to become effective trainers. Topics may include adult learning theory, development of training objectives, design and development of learning activities to meet training objectives, conducive learning environments (e.g., room temperature, classroom set-up), trainer demeanor (e.g., eye contact, use of humor, voice projection, pace) techniques for encouraging trainee participation, learning styles (e.g., visual, auditory, tactile), presentation techniques (e.g., ice breakers, lectures, role plays, small group discussion, brainstorming, interviewing, debates, simulations, games, laboratory exercises), presentation media (e.g., PowerPoint, overheads, flip charts, distance learning, computer-based training), handouts and training evaluation tools.