Train the Trainer

The topics covered are as follows:

1 Getting Started

· Icebreaker

· Ground rules

· The parking lot

· Workshop objectives

· Action plans and evaluation forms

2 Understanding Training and Facilitation

· What is Training?

· What is Facilitation?

· Identifying Appropriate Situations for Each

3 Gathering Materials

· Identifying Participants’ Needs

· Reviewing the Materials

· Identifying and Resolving Gaps

4 Creating a Lesson Plan

· Planning for the Basics

· Adding Slack Time

· Creating a Plan B

· A Take-Home Template

5 Choosing Activities

· Types of Activities

· Creating a Tickle Trunk

· What To Do When Games Go Wrong

6 Preparing for the Workshop

· Creating a Materials List

· Gathering Participant Information

· Setting up the Physical Location

7 Getting off on the Right Foot

· Greeting Participants

· Being Prepared

· Using Icebreakers

8 Delivery Tips and Tricks

· Using Visual Aids

· Creating Supporting Materials

· Gauging When It’s Time For A Break

9 Keeping it Interactive

· Encouraging Discussion

· Using Group Work

· The Power of Post-It Notes®

10 Dealing with Difficult Participants

· The Ground Rules

· Challenges and Solutions

· Handling Interruptions

11 Tackling Tough Topics

· Tough Stuff to Watch Out For

· Adjusting Your Material for a Sensitive Issue

· Dealing with Sensitive Issues in the Workshop

12Retention of Knowledge

•Techniques to aid retention

•Tuning for your audience

13 Wrapping Up

· Words from the Wise

· Review of Parking Lot

· Lessons Learned

· Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations