Delivery Cluster
TAE40116
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Units covered
• TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver
group-based learning
• TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate
learning in the workplace
• BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
Learning outcomes
• Describe and apply learning theories, styles and principles
• Ensure a healthy and safe learning experience
• Identify training and learning needs
• Define learning outcomes
• Plan, organise and facilitate:
– learning in a training room and in the workplace
– individual and group learning
• Maintain training records
• Evaluate training.
Questions (11)
Assessment
Plan, organise and deliver one 30-min group session2
Tasks
Plan, organise and deliver 2 x 40 min group sessions3
Plan, organise and facilitate 1:1 workplace learning
(x2)4
Adult Learning
What is learning?
Roles trainers play
Adult learning theories
Adult learning styles
Stages / cycles of learning
Adult learning principles
For Discussion
Significant
learning
experience
“I’ll never forget the time I
learned…”
Domains of learning
psychomotor
muscular or manual activities
required to do the job (e.g. lift
something safely)
cognitive
information needed to be
able to do the job (eg.
company policies)
affective
feelings/frame of mind a
person demonstrates towards
subject matter
‘Learning’ includes…
skills knowledge attitudes
21st Century training and learning
How does 21st Century training and learning
compare
with that of the 20th Century?
• What has changed?
• What remains the same?
• What excites us?
• What frightens us?
Roles trainers play
Trainer
stays close
Trainer keeps
some distance
Trainer directs
Trainer supports
Instructor Coach
Mentor Facilitator
Conduit
What works
for you?
Activity
Learning theories
21st CenturyHumanistCognitiveBehaviourist
Behaviourist vs Cognitive theories
BEHAVIOURIST
Learning through constant
encounters with
the same stimulation
COGNITIVE
Learning through
experience and discovery
use both
SequencingChunking
&
Information processing theory
A humanist perspective
Humanist
Expands on the
cognitive
perspective
Focus on the
person
Cognitive
Andragogy
Malcolm Knowles’ assumptions about adult learners
Based on the work of Malcolm Knowles
Adult learners need:
to know why learning is important
self-direction
to draw on their experience
learning that is relevant to them
to be able to immediately apply learning
motivation
21st Century skills
• Agility and adaptability
• Innovation and creativity
• Digital literacy
• Problem-solving
• Communication—
oral, written, multi-cultural
and more…
The only thing
that’s
constant, is
change!
Heraclitus of Ephesus
Learning theories—recap
21st CenturyHumanistCognitiveBehaviourist
Learn through
constant
encounters with the
same situation
Learn through
experience and
discovery
• Learner-centred
• Develop the
‘whole person’
• Non- ...
Delivery ClusterTAE40116Certificate IV in Training and A.docx
1. Delivery Cluster
TAE40116
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Units covered
• TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver
group-based learning
• TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate
learning in the workplace
• BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
Learning outcomes
• Describe and apply learning theories, styles and principles
• Ensure a healthy and safe learning experience
• Identify training and learning needs
• Define learning outcomes
• Plan, organise and facilitate:
– learning in a training room and in the workplace
– individual and group learning
2. • Maintain training records
• Evaluate training.
Questions (11)
Assessment
Plan, organise and deliver one 30-min group session2
Tasks
Plan, organise and deliver 2 x 40 min group sessions3
Plan, organise and facilitate 1:1 workplace learning
(x2)4
Adult Learning
What is learning?
Roles trainers play
Adult learning theories
Adult learning styles
Stages / cycles of learning
Adult learning principles
For Discussion
Significant
learning
experience
3. “I’ll never forget the time I
learned…”
Domains of learning
psychomotor
muscular or manual activities
required to do the job (e.g. lift
something safely)
cognitive
information needed to be
able to do the job (eg.
company policies)
affective
feelings/frame of mind a
person demonstrates towards
subject matter
‘Learning’ includes…
skills knowledge attitudes
21st Century training and learning
4. How does 21st Century training and learning
compare
with that of the 20th Century?
• What has changed?
• What remains the same?
• What excites us?
• What frightens us?
Roles trainers play
Trainer
stays close
Trainer keeps
some distance
Trainer directs
Trainer supports
Instructor Coach
Mentor Facilitator
Conduit
What works
for you?
Activity
5. Learning theories
21st CenturyHumanistCognitiveBehaviourist
Behaviourist vs Cognitive theories
BEHAVIOURIST
Learning through constant
encounters with
the same stimulation
COGNITIVE
Learning through
experience and discovery
use both
SequencingChunking
&
Information processing theory
A humanist perspective
Humanist
Expands on the
6. cognitive
perspective
Focus on the
person
Cognitive
Andragogy
Malcolm Knowles’ assumptions about adult learners
Based on the work of Malcolm Knowles
Adult learners need:
-direction
21st Century skills
• Agility and adaptability
• Innovation and creativity
• Digital literacy
• Problem-solving
• Communication—
oral, written, multi-cultural
and more…
7. The only thing
that’s
constant, is
change!
Heraclitus of Ephesus
Learning theories—recap
21st CenturyHumanistCognitiveBehaviourist
Learn through
constant
encounters with the
same situation
Learn through
experience and
discovery
• Learner-centred
• Develop the
‘whole person’
• Non-technical
skills
• Technology-
assisted learning
8. Implications of
learning
theories on
training
delivery
Activity
Learning styles: sensory
• Visual
• Auditory
• Kinaesthetic
• Linguistic
Complete your own learning styles questionnaire
http://vark-learn.com/the-vark-questionnaire/
•Christmas
tree
•Bicycle
•Swimming
•Singing
•Running
•Hiking
•Yelling
•Whispering.
•Eating
10. Learning Cycle
Buy In
Take
It In
Try It
Use It
Principles of adult learning
P Practice and feedback
R Reward
I Interest
N Need
C Context first
I Involve learners
P Piece-by-piece
L Link to the real world
E Evaluate and adjust
S Sensory learning
Adult Learning - recap
What is learning?
Roles trainers play
Adult learning theories
Adult learning styles
Stages / cycles of learning
11. Adult learning principles
Training needs and
objectives
Training needs
Learning needs
Training objectives (learning outcomes)
The Training Cycle
Identify
needs
Plan &
organise
Deliver
Review
gapcurrentperformance
desired
performance
Training or Non-Training Need?
What do learners need to learn?
Identify training needs
12. LLN and foundation skills
Foundation Skills =
LLN skills
+
Core Skills for Work
● Learning
● Reading
● Writing
● Oral communication
● Numeracy
1 Navigate the world of work
a. Manage career and work life
b. Work with roles, rights and protocols
2 Interact with others
a. Communicate for work
b. Connect and work with others
c. Recognise & utilise diverse
perspectives
3 Get the work done
a. Plan and organise
b. Make decisions
c. Identify and solve problems
d. Create and innovate
13. e. Work in a digital world
Identify learning needs
Promote an inclusive learning culture
Identify needs
Activity
S
M
A
R
T
Specific
Measureable
Achievable
Relevant
Time-referenced Performance
Standards
14. Conditions
3 Components of a SMART outcome
“Do what?”
“How well?”
“Where and with what?”
Learning outcomes
Training needs and
objectives - recap
Training needs
Learning needs
Training objectives (learning outcomes)
Plan training sessions
Structure training
Plan training sessions:
Prepare for delivery: safety & other logistics
The Training Cycle
Identify
needs
Plan &
organise
Deliver
16. • ‘I do it normal’
• ‘I do it slow’
• ‘You do it with me’
• ‘Now off you go!’
• Recap key points
• Check readiness for assessment
Outcome achieved?
Introduction ConclusionBody
Structure: skill sessions
1. Identify needs and write the learning
outcome
2.Write a task breakdown
3.Organise training—prepare for
delivery.
Plan a skill-based training session
Steps to take
Plan training sessions
Progress check….
Structure training
Plan training sessions:
Prepare for delivery: safety & other logistics
17. Plan—write:
• Task breakdown
• Plan for delivery
Prepare
• Organise resources
• Review observation checklist.
Prepare 1:1 skill session for day 2
Organise training: safety &
other logistics
We’ll cover
• Trainers’ WHS responsibilities
• WHS information
• Recording and reporting hazards
• Organise training: other logistics.
feedback
feedback
Tell us… how are you progressing?
Delivery Cluster
Day 2
18. TAE40116
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Review
Day One
Activity
Deliver Training
Principles of effective communication
Principles
LL&N
Provide clear information
Listening
Questioning
Feedback
Practice Activity 1
The Training Cycle
Identify
needs
Plan &
organise
Deliver
Review
19. Principle 1: Something to consider…
Adaptation of Virginia Satir, cited by Stewart &
D’Angelo,
Together, Communicating Interpersonally, p. 55
Humans cannot not communicate
Principles of effective
communication
Trust and believability…
38%
Words
55%
7%
Words
Visual
Tone
Albert Mehrabian
20. Communication is two way
• Tone of voice
• Body Language
• Appearance
• Words
message
feedback
Communication is two way
• Tone of voice
• Body Language
• Appearance
• Words
message
feedback
We’ll practice
21. • Providing clear information
• Listening
• Questioning
• Feedback:
– Giving
– Getting.
Communicating effectively
Bird
in the
the Hand
Paris
in the
the Spring
Once
in a
a Lifetime
Activity—read these
Activity, cont’d—read them again
• Paris in the the spring
• Once in a a lifetime
22. • Bird in the the hand
Present
information
to a partner
Activity
Listening
skills quiz –
what makes a
good listener?
Activity
acn
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the
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dgo
tno
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24. Give and receive feedback
GIVE feedback
• KISS
• Specific and objective
RECEIVE feedback
• Say ‘thank you’
• Do not justify
Groups of 3
• Trainer
• Learner
• Observer (completes
checklist)
Practice Activity 1
1:1 skill session
Prepare
Deliver
Review
Trainer
1. Sets up environment
2. Gives observer observation checklist
25. • Trainer delivers session
• Observer completes observation checklist
Group feedback
1. Trainer first (self-evaluation)
2. Observer
3. Learner
20 min
per round
Looking back on practice
activity 1
Key learning: What stood out for
you?
• As the trainer?
• As the learner?
• As the observer?
Deliver Training - recap
Principles of effective communication
Principles
LL&N
Provide clear information
Listening
Questioning
Feedback
Practice Activity 1
26. Plan, organise and facilitate
learning in the workplace
What is workplace learning?
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
What is workplace learning?
Learning that occurs in the workplace.
Work activities are used as the basis for learning.
Participant manual
Workplace learning is…
Workplace-based learning—some
questions
1. Skills and knowledge
What skills and knowledge do trainers need to facilitate
learning for an individual vs group?
2. Issues
Issues to consider when planning on-the-job learning?
3. Stakeholders
Who must be involved? Informed?
4. On-the-job vs off-the-job?
What types of things are best learned on-the-job vs off-
the-job?
27. Plan and organise workplace-
based learning
1. Identify needs and confirm objectives
2. Develop an individualised workplace learning plan
– Analyse workplace routines and develop a workplace learning
pathway
– Organise
– Develop plan
3. Document the individualised workplace learning
plan
4. Prepare for each session with the learner.
Develop a
workplace-
based
learning
pathway
Activity
Plan, organise and facilitate
learning in the workplace -
recap
What is workplace learning?
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
28. Plan, organise and deliver
group-based learning
Introduction to group-based learning
Plan & organise group-based learning:
• Structuring sessions
1. Unique characteristics: individual vs. group
learning
2. Skills trainers need
3. Benefits and challenges of group learning
Introduction to group-based
learning
1. Identify needs and confirm objectives
2. Write session plans
3. Prepare for delivery (organise learning).
We’ll learn by doing…
Practice Activity 2
Plan and organise group-based
learning
29. Lecture, video, reading,
visuals, etc.
Case studies, Q&A, activities,
games, etc.
I
N
T
R
O
S
Interest
Needs
Timing
Roadmap
Outcome
Safety
O
F
F
Outcome
Feedback
Future
Explain/
Demo
Apply
Summarise
Assess
30. • Recap key points
• Check readiness for assessment
Outcome achieved?
Introduction ConclusionBody
Structure: knowledge sessions
feedback
feedback
Tell us… how are you progressing?
Delivery Cluster
Day 3
TAE40116
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Plan, organise and deliver
group-based learning -
recap
Introduction to group-based learning
Plan & organise group-based learning:
• Structuring sessions
31. Reviewing and
record - keeping
Record training information
Review (evaluate) training
The Training Cycle
Identify
needs
Plan &
organise
Deliver
Review
Record training information
• What are training records?
• Why do we keep them?
• Information to record
• Security and access to training
records
• Trainers’ role in record-keeping.
• What is evaluation?
• Why evaluate training?
• How can we evaluate training?
32. • Reflecting on personal performance.
Evaluate training
Evaluation is a systematic process
Analyse
Improve
Gather
data
Why evaluate training?
What aspects of training
could we evaluate?
Activity
Reviewing and
record – keeping recap
Record training information
Review (evaluate) training
• Plan—Bring to day 4:
– Session plan
– Resources
33. • Prepare
– Practice, practice, practice!
– Review observation checklist.
Between now and day 4
Plan and prepare for DEL Task 1
questionsquestions
Delivery Cluster
Day 4
TAE40116
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
DEL Task 2
Plan, organise and deliver
a 30-minute training session for a group
DEL Task 2—roles
• Trainer
• Observer
Another program participant—
completes checklist
34. • Assessor
TAE trainer or second assessor
DEL Task 2—the process
1. Preparation
– Set-up environment
– Give assessor session plan and resources
– Ensure observer is ready to go
2. Set the scene
3. Deliver session
4. Group feedback (verbal)
5. Brief private meeting with assessor
What will you take away:
Look back to look forward…
Did you hit your…
…personal target
Looking back
35. Field Units
Design TAEDES401 Design and develop learning programs
TAEDES402 Use training packages and accredited courses to
meet client needs
LLN TAELLN411 Address adult language, literacy and
numeracy skills
Delivery TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based
learning
TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the
workplace
BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
Assessment TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and
processes
TAEASS402 Assess competence
TAEASS403 Participate in assessment validation
TAEASS502 Design and develop assessment tools
Questions (11)
Next steps: assessment
Plan, organise and deliver one 30-min group session2
Tasks
Plan, organise and deliver 2 x 40 min group sessions3
Plan, organise and facilitate 1:1 workplace learning
(x2)4
36. Questions and Assessments
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TAE40116�Certificate IV in Training and AssessmentUnits
coveredLearning outcomesAssessmentSlide Number 5Slide
Number 6Domains of learning21st Century training and
learningRoles trainers playSlide Number 10Learning
theoriesBehaviourist vs Cognitive theoriesInformation
processing theoryA humanist perspectiveAndragogy21st
Century skillsLearning theories—recapSlide Number
18Learning styles: sensoryMulti-sense learningLearning
StylesStages of learningLearning CyclePrinciples of adult
learningSlide Number 25Slide Number 26The Training
CycleIdentify training needsLLN and foundation skillsIdentify
learning needsSlide Number 31Learning outcomesSlide Number
33Slide Number 34The Training CycleStructure: skill
sessionsPlan a skill-based training sessionSlide Number
38Prepare 1:1 skill session for day 2Organise training: safety &
other logisticsfeedbackTAE40116�Certificate IV in Training
and AssessmentSlide Number 43Slide Number 44The Training
Cycle�Principles of effective communicationTrust and
believability…Communication is two wayCommunication is two
wayCommunicating effectivelyActivity—read theseActivity,
cont’d—read them againSlide Number 53Slide Number
54Activity: which list do you remember?Slide Number 56Slide
Number 57Give and receive feedbackSlide Number 591:1 skill
sessionLooking back on practice activity 1Slide Number
62Slide Number 63What is workplace learning?Workplace-
based learning—some questionsPlan and organise workplace-
based learningSlide Number 67Slide Number 68Slide Number
69Introduction to group-based learning�Plan and organise
group-based learningStructure: knowledge
sessionsfeedbackTAE40116�Certificate IV in Training and
AssessmentSlide Number 75Slide Number 76The Training
37. CycleSlide Number 78Evaluate trainingEvaluation is a
systematic processSlide Number 81Slide Number 82Between
now and day 4questionsTAE40116�Certificate IV in Training
and AssessmentDEL Task 2DEL Task 2—rolesDEL Task 2—the
processLook back to look forward…Did you hit your…Looking
backNext steps: assessmentQuestions and Assessments
Basic Econometrics
Research Report Group Assignment
This is a group assignment where you can work alone or with up
to four other students (a maximum group size of four). All
group members will receive the same marks for the assignment.
You must submit an electronic copy of your assignment in
Canvas in pdf, doc or docx format. Hard copies will not be
accepted. Show your tables and calculations as well as
answering the questions in full sentences. Please make sure
your tables of results are neatly formatted, not just copied and
pasted from STATA, and that you write your answers in clear
sentences. You should write no more than 1000 words (not
including tables/calculations) in total for this assignment. The
number of words, tables, graphs, calculations given in
parentheses after each question are a guide.
PART 1
This assignment uses data from the BUPA health insurance call
centre. Each observation includes data from one call to the call
centre. The variables describe several characteristics of the call
(eg the length of the call, the amount of silence in the call),
characteristics of the customer (eg state of residence, family
type, number of adults and children), and measures of
performance (eg net promoter score, sentiment score of the
customer). In this assignment we are interested in predicting the
net promoter score and the length of the call.
Please use the dataset CallCentre.dta and associated information
38. file CC_DEFINITIONS_.XLSX to answer these questions. Use
the software program STATA 15 available through RMIT
MyDesktop for all data analysis.
1. Calculate descriptive statistics using the ‘summarize’
command for the variables net_promoter_score, total_silence,
total_silence_weighted, agent_to_cust_index and
agent_crosstalk_weighted and present the results in a table.
Comment on what we learn about these variables from the
descriptives. Graph a scatter plot of net_promoter_score
against agent_crosstalk_weighted and describe the relationship
between these two variables.
(4.5 marks) (100 words, 1 table, 1 graph)
2. Estimate a multiple linear regression with
net_promoter_score as the dependent variable and
total_silence_weighted, agent_to_cust_index and
agent_crosstalk_weighted as the explanatory (independent)
variables. Predict the change in net_promoter_score associated
with a 0.1 increase in total_silence_weighted and a 0.01
increase in agent_crosstalk_weighted. Assuming this is the
correct model specification, are we sure that
total_silence_weighted has a negative effect? [Hint: consider
the t-statistic and p-value]
(6 marks) (50 words, 1 table, 2 calculations)
3. Add dummy variables to the regression to control for all of
the potential effects of State and Package. Make sure the base
category is customers with the “HOSPITAL AND EXTRAS”
package in NSW. Carefully interpret the estimated coefficient
on the package1 dummy variable you have included. Why is
this NOT a very important result?
[Hint: Use the variable labels to include and interpret the
correct variables, consider the descriptive statistics of the
dummy variables to interpret their importance]
(4.5 marks) (50 words, 1 table)
39. 4. Include a quadratic specification of the variable
“sentiment_score_cust” in the model along with the existing
explanatory variables. Calculate and interpret the marginal
effect of a 1 point change in “sentiment_score_cust” when
sentiment_score_cust = 1 and when sentiment_score_cust=4.
(4.5 marks) (50 words, 1 table, 2 calculations)
5. Explain the conditional mean independence assumption and
assess its relevance with respect to the explanatory variable
“sentiment_score_cust”.
[Hint: Think about factors that may be included in the error
term of the regression: the customer’s experience with the
company (positive or negative), the general attitude of the
customer towards call centre conversations (positive or
negative) and whether these may be correlated with
sentiment_score_cust]
(3 marks) (100 words)
6. Write an executive summary of the findings in questions 2 to
5 on what variables are likely and are not likely to be important
drivers of net promoter score.
(1.5 marks, 100 words)
PART 2
“The rise in energy consumption of rapidly growing developing
countries, especially China and India, has accounted for the vast
majority of the global increase in energy use in recent years.
Non-OECD countries currently account for approximately 60%
of global energy demand, which is predicted to rise to 70% by
2040 (International Energy Agency, 2014). This increasing
energy use exacerbates environmental problems including
global climate change due to greenhouse gas emissions and
local environmental problems such as the recent episodes of
extreme air pollution in Beijing and other Chinese cities.
40. Besides its environmental impacts, increasing energy use also
raises questions of national energy supply security. As the share
of world energy use consumed in developing countries
increases, it is increasingly important to understand how energy
use evolves across the full income continuum from less
developed to highly developed countries (van Ruijven et al.,
2009).” Csereklyei and Stern (2015) page 633.
In this part of the home assignment we will be exploring the
drivers of total and sectoral energy use across several developed
and developing countries. Please use the dataset:
“energy_econometrics_data_SIM1960.dta”
7. Countries have a keen interest in exploring the drivers of
their sectoral energy consumption, including RESIDENTIAL
energy use. Please examine the log final energy use by
residences“ln_respc”
a) Design a regression model to predict “lnres_pc”. Choose the
explanatory variables to include, and whether to include them as
dummies/ logs/ polynomials/ interactions as you feel
appropriate.
Present at least two final models.
(1) One with a linear per capita term (or its logs) [Model 1],
(2) one with a quadratic term (or its log) [Model 2].
Which model do you think is more appropriate? How do you
explain the quadratic model?
Present the results of the descriptive statistics and your final
regression models in tables. You should have 3 Tables to gain
full points. (3 marks)
Discuss the logic behind your specification for BOTH of your
models
-why you used logs or levels (1 mark)
-how you interpret polynomials (2 marks)
-why and how you used dummies and how to interpret these (1
mark)
Discuss the statistical significance of the explanatory variables
41. in your models. (2 marks)
b) Discuss how you have designed your model with reference to
the “Gauss Markov” assumptions and whether these assumptions
are likely to be met. (2 marks)
Interpret the results of THREE of your explanatory variables
including income per capita, which you consider to be the key
drivers of per capita residential energy consumption. (3 marks)
(14 marks) (550 words, 3 tables, 4 calculations)
There will be up to 2 additional marks awarded for presentation
of your answers (neat formatting of tables and clear expression
of answers in full sentences).
Rubric for marking
Criteria
Pts
PART 1
1. Descriptive statistics
A) Present descriptive statistics table, B) comment on
descriptives, C) present and comment on graph.
4.5 pts (1.5 marks each)
2. Multiple linear regression
A) Estimate regression model, B) present table, C) two
predictions, D) comment on total_silence_weighted effect
6.0 pts (1.5 marks each)
3. Dummy variables
A) Include dummy variables correctly, B) Comment on
package1 coefficient C) Why not an important result
4.5 pts (1.5 marks each)
4. Quadratic Specification
A) Include quadratic specification correctly and present results
in table. B) Calculate marginal effect when
42. sentiment_score_cust=1 C) Calculate marginal effect when
sentiment_score_cust=4
4.5 pts (1.5 marks each)
5. Conditional mean independence
A) Explain conditional mean independence assumption. B)
Discuss with reference to the variable "sentiment_score_cust"
3.0 pts (1.5 marks each)
6 .Executive Summary
1.5 pts
PART 2
7. a Model design
A) Present tables of preliminary regressions/descriptive
statistics (1 pt)
B) Present tables of final regression results – Model 1 (1pt)
C) Present tables of final regression results – Model 2
(quadratic term) (1 pt)
D) Discuss appropriate specification (logs/polynomials) –
Models 1 and 2 (3 pts)
E) Discuss appropriate specification (dummies) Models 1 and 2
(1 pt)
F) Discuss statistical significance of coefficients in Models 1
and 2 (2 pts)
9.0 pts
7. b Model design
A) Discuss Gauss_Markov assumptions 1-3
B) Discuss Gauss_Markov assumptions 4-5
C) Prediction 1
D) Prediction 2
E) Prediction 3
5.0 Pts
8. Neat formatting of tables
1.0 pts
9. Clear expression of answers in full sentences
1.0 pts
43. Sheet1VariableDefinitioncallidunique identifier for voice
callcall_datedate of voice callagent_id4-digit unique identifer
for agent on voice callagent_skillSkill of agent: service is 1st
level, resolution is 2nd level (certain enquirt types are
transferred from service to resolution teams)call_durationTotal
duration of voice call in secondstotal_silenceTotal duration of
silence on call in secondstotal_silence_weightedTotal duration
of silence on call wegihted by call
durationagent_crosstalk_weightedTotal duration of agent
talking over the top of customer weighted by call
durationagent_to_cust_indexRatio of duration of agent talking
to customer talking on voice
callsentiment_score_agentModelled score of agent sentiment
based on words spoken on voice call (higher the score the more
positive the sentiment)sentiment_score_custModelled score of
customer sentiment based on words spoken on voice call (higher
the score the more positive the
sentiment)net_consultant_ratingScore between 0 (poor) to 10
(excellent) on customer's rating of the agent's performance on
the call from immediate post call survey. This score can be
grouped into 3 intervals (0-6=detractors, 7-8=passives, 9-
10=promoters)net_promoter_scoreScore between 0 to 10 on how
likely would the customer recommend company ABC to friends
and colleagues from immediate post call survey. Realtes to
customers overall satisfaction of products or services and
customers loyatly to the brandnps_groupInterval groups from
the net_promoter_score: (0-6=detractors, 7-8=passives, 9-
10=promoters). Detractors are more likely to churn and have
lower spend, while promoters tends to have more spend and
loyalty. Within a group variable (ie a team, skill, agent, state)
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Adult learning theories
.......................................................................................... 20
Adult learning styles
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28
Stages / cycles of learning
.................................................................................... 33
Principles of adult learning
.................................................................................... 38
Summary of this section
....................................................................................... 44
Training needs and objectives
...................................................................... 45
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................... 46
Identify training needs
.......................................................................................... 47
Identify learning needs
......................................................................................... 54
Write learning outcomes
....................................................................................... 58
Recap: Establish training needs and objectives—a ‘to do’ list
............................... 68
49. Summary of this section
....................................................................................... 69
Plan training sessions
................................................................................... 71
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................... 72
Structure training for effective learning
................................................................. 73
Plan a skill-based training session
........................................................................ 83
Plan a knowledge-based training session
............................................................. 91
Prepare for delivery: safety and other logistics
................................................... 110
Recap: Plan training sessions—a ‘to do’ list
....................................................... 123
Summary of this section
..................................................................................... 124
Deliver training: principles of effective communication and
facilitation . 126
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................. 127
Principles of effective communication
................................................................. 128
50. Tips for presenting information clearly
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Effective listening skills
....................................................................................... 134
Questioning skills
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135
Give and receive feedback
................................................................................. 138
Recap: Use effective communication skills—a ‘to do’ list
.................................... 145
Summary of this section
..................................................................................... 146
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
............................ 147
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................. 148
What is workplace learning?
............................................................................... 149
51. Plan and organise workplace learning
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Facilitate learning in the workplace
..................................................................... 176
Record and review workplace learning
............................................................... 177
Recap: Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace—
a ‘to do’ list ...... 178
Summary of this section
..................................................................................... 180
Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
..................................... 182
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................. 183
What is group-based learning?
........................................................................... 184
Plan & organise group-based learning
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Facilitate group-based learning
.......................................................................... 202
Review group-based learning
............................................................................. 212
Recap: Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning—a ‘to
do’ list............... 213
52. Summary of this section
..................................................................................... 214
Reviewing and record-keeping
................................................................... 216
Introduction to this section
.................................................................................. 217
Record training information
................................................................................. 218
Evaluate training
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.. 227
Summary of this section
..................................................................................... 234
Program Summary
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References
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..... 238
Appendix
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Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) system and
competency-based
training
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Program introduction
This manual will help you plan, organise and
facilitate adult learning in a range of contexts
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Program focus and outcomes
Competency standards
This participant manual covers the following units of
competency:
● TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
● TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the
workplace
54. ● BSBCMM401 Make a presentation.
Program outcomes
By the end of this program, participants should be able to:
● describe the adult learning theories, styles and principles
outlined in this manual,
and apply these when delivering training
● ensure a healthy and safe learning experience
● identify training and learning needs
● define clear and measurable learning outcomes (objectives)
● plan, organise and deliver the following, using
communication and facilitation skills
that promote learning:
– workplace learning
– group-based learning
– a presentation as part of a group training session.
● maintain training records
● evaluate training and identify opportunities for improvement.
55. Your personal objective—
Write your personal objective for this program below:
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Adult learning: an introduction
Learning is not compulsory... neither is survival.
W. Edwards Deming (1900 - 1993)
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Introduction to this section
Adult learning: an introduction
Effective trainers understand how adults learn. They use this
knowledge to help them
understand why learners behave the way they do, identify
56. learning needs, and use
strategies to ensure effective learning for all learners.
In this section we will cover the following topics:
● What is learning?
● Roles trainers play
● Adult learning theories
● Learning styles
● Stages/cycles of learning
● Principles of adult learning.
After reading this section of the manual and participating in the
related learning
activities, you should be able to:
● describe the basic adult learning theories, styles and
principles covered in this
manual and
● discuss how you can use these to plan, organise and deliver
training that works for
all learners.
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What is learning?
Learning is a complex process and occurs throughout life:
from the time we are born until the time we die.
P. Pogson and M. Tennant (1955) in Tovey and Lawlor, p.55
Your role as a trainer is to help a learner (or group of learners)
to learn. This part of
the participant manual explores the nature of learning:
● What is learning?
● How might we define or describe ‘effective learning’?
Group discussion or personal reflective activity—
A memorable learning experience
58. Think back to a learning experience that stands out in your
memory. To do this,
consider how you would complete the following sentence:
‘I’ll never forget when I learned how to (or about)…’
1. Share memorable experiences with others in your group.
2. Consider why you think the learning was as effective as it
was on this occasion.
Note the outcomes of your discussion below:
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Definitions of learning
Consider some of the definitions of learning that follow. Do
any of these reflect your
personal opinions about what learning is, as based on your
personal experiences?
59. Learning is…
The acquisition of knowledge or skills through study,
experience, or being
taught…
Oxford Online Dictionary
<en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/learning> (accessed
04.01.2018)
…the making of meaning.
McCarthy 1996, p.6
…the experience of significant changes in self-perceptions,
perceptions of
others and in actions and behaviours.
Robertson in Workplace Training Category 2, Topic 1, 1995,
p.9
Successful learning requires a degree of personal discomfort as
old ideas and
behaviours are challenged.
60. Thompson in Workplace Training Category 2, Topic 1, 1995,
p.9
…a change … in behavior … that is sustained … and may
result from formal
and informal learning experiences and interactions
Author’s attempt to summarise key components of learning,
based on various sources
Can you relate to any of the above definitions?
However you choose to ‘define’ learning, it is clear that:
Learning is a dynamic, multi-faceted process
that works differently
for each individual and each learning event
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61. Domains of learning
There are three ‘domains’ (categories) of learning:
● Psychomotor (skills)
● Cognitive (knowledge)
● Affective (attitudes).
Source: Benjamin Bloom, 1956
Example: Skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to operate a
forklift
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Operate a forklift
Some examples of required skills, knowledge and attitudes
include:
Skills ● Efficient driving techniques
● Ability to identify points of balance and safe lifting positions
on a range of
loads
62. ● Ability to read instructions, procedures and signage relevant
to the
operation of a forklift
Knowledge ● Forklift handling procedures
● Principles of stress management when handling a forklift
● Operating hazards and related defensive driving and hazard
control
techniques
Attitudes ● Confidence to operate forklift in realistic working
conditions
● Commitment to consistently operate the forklift as per
workplace
expectations
● Initiative to actively engage in ongoing learning about forklift
operations
So how do we teach skills, knowledge and attitudes?
We can explicitly teach knowledge and skills—this manual
covers how to do this.
Teaching attitudes isn’t quite so easy! We can’t explicitly teach
(or ‘preach’) attitudes,
but we can teach skills and knowledge such that learners will
build confidence and
commitment to perform consistently at work, as they develop
63. skills and knowledge.
Throughout this manual, we discuss numerous ‘small things’
you can do to build
learner confidence and commitment through your training.
In vocational education, effective learning occurs when
learners end up with the mix of skills, knowledge and attitudes
needed
to perform as required at work, consistently, and with
confidence
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Roles trainers play
64. The 21st century trainer
The 20th century trainer was the source of learning.
The 21st century trainer is a conduit for learning.
Sinson, 2016, Private Communication
The above statement is simplistic, but it makes the point that
the way trainers help
adults learn has evolved and expanded in recent years.
The 21st century trainer is the conduit for learning—
we are part of the ‘learning mix’
We are in the information age, constantly bombarded with
information from the media,
the internet and other sources. It is no longer practical for
anyone (including trainers)
to keep pace and ‘know everything about everything.’ Skilled
and confident 21st
century trainers recognise this. To enhance learning, they
promote and create
opportunities for collaborative learning that grows from a range
of sources—
themselves, other learners, guest speakers, online or other
sources.
65. Today’s workplace trainers:
● provide clarity—they help learners make sense of the
bewildering amount of
information available online and from other sources, and help
them learn how to
distinguish between valid and useful information, versus invalid
information
● provide opportunities to learn—connect learners with the
information, resources,
people and challenges they need to extend their skills and
knowledge, then
support learner efforts by offering timely feedback and
reassurance
● choose from a myriad of traditional and emerging training
tools, techniques and
resources to facilitate learning in a meaningful way, for each
learner
● help learners recognise and acknowledge their achievements.
Your ultimate role as a workplace trainer is to help adults learn.
This has always been our goal.
In the 21st century we have far more choice about how to best
do this.
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As we continue to examine the human instinct to learn, we
improve our understanding
of how we—as trainers—can offer the best possible learning
opportunities for the
people we train. These insights, combined with technological
advancements that
increase our choice of learning tools and techniques, makes this
a most exciting era for
adult education and training.
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Roles trainers play
67. The pages that follow describe some useful roles that trainers
must play at different
stages of their learners’ development. These are useful,
regardless of the delivery
mode (face-to-face or online, classroom or workplace based,
individual or group).
We will discuss the following roles:
● instructor
● facilitator
● coach
● mentor
● conduit.
Instructor
When trainers present information they are in instructor mode.
To play the role of
instructor well, a trainer must be able to organise information in
a logical manner, and
present information clearly and in an engaging way. Skilled
presenters promote
learner interaction and engagement throughout the presentation.
68. Personal notes:
To help adults learn, trainers play different ‘roles’ at different
times
They must continuously adapt their approach
to help learners progress and ultimately perform independently
In instructor mode, a trainer’s role is to inform and direct
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Coach
Example 1—sport coaching model
In the traditional sport coaching model, trainers have the
learner/s perform a task, then
give immediate feedback. Coaches give feedback that directs
the learner/s towards a
69. particular way of performing. By repeating the steps of
‘perform’ then ‘feedback’ then
‘perform’ again, coaches guide and direct the learner/s towards
a desired outcome.
In a workplace training context, the sport coaching model is
used when a trainer gives
feedback on a learner’s performance and suggests how to
improve performance.
Example 2—workplace coaching
The concept of ‘workplace coaching’ is becoming increasingly
popular. Workplace
coaches usually—but don’t always—work one-on-one with
learners.
Workplace coaches may apply a more sophisticated approach
than the traditional
sporting model. For example, workplace coaches:
1. collaborate with the learner/s to establish their training and
learning needs
2. collaboratively develop a learning plan aimed at addressing
these needs, and
3. work closely with the learner/s to implement the learning
plan, assisting and
guiding the learner/s through the learning process and
modifying the plan when
70. appropriate.
Workplace coaching is an effective approach for both
experienced and inexperienced
learners:
● Inexperienced learners will benefit from learning the skills
and knowledge needed
to do their job well.
● Workplace coaching may help experienced learners build on
existing skills and
knowledge, and/or lead to increased job satisfaction.
Personal notes:
In coaching mode, a trainer’s role is to direct and guide
They work closely with the learner/s,
helping them learn through practice and feedback
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Facilitator
71. The word ‘façile’ is a French word meaning ‘easy.’ Similarly,
the word, ‘facilitate’
means ‘to make things easier.’ When trainers are in ‘facilitator’
mode, they do what
they can to make learning easier.
In facilitator mode, a trainer guides and supports learners,
rather than directing them.
The trainer introduces a learning activity, then closely monitors
and contributes to
learner progress without being overly dominant. They:
● keep the learners on track
● ask questions to prompt discussion, promote discovery and
build understanding
● identify learners who are having trouble grasping the material
and provide support
as needed—e.g. extra reading, resources, one-on-one time, etc.
● reward and acknowledge progress so that learners recognise
and feel proud of
what they have achieved; this will motivate them to continue.
Personal notes:
72. In facilitator mode, a trainer’s role is to guide and support
Learners take responsibility for their learning
and facilitators do what they can
to make the learning process as easy as possible
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Mentor
Mentors help their mentees see possibilities—a mentor may role
model, share
information and insights, or offer options that will help the
mentee make decisions
about their professional practice, professional development or
personal development.
Mentees take advice and suggestions from mentors, but
ultimately they decide the best
course of action for them.
Personal notes:
73. In mentor mode, a trainer’s role is to support, role model, and
inform
Mentors help mentees help themselves
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Conduit
The ‘conduit’ role is the essence of the 21st century trainer. In
this mode, we help
connect our learners with what they need to learn. This
includes:
● information that will support their efforts—e.g. explanation
or demonstration from
you
● people who can support their efforts—e.g. a workplace
‘buddy’ or a person to
follow on social media
74. ● resources that will support their efforts—e.g. reference
materials, software,
equipment or time
● opportunities to learn—e.g. work with a workplace supervisor
to assign an
employee learner a project or role that will progress their skills.
Personal notes:
In conduit mode, a trainer’s role is to establish connections—to
connect
the learner with the information, tools and support they need, to
learn
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Adult learning theories
This section of the manual describes some popular paradigms
and theories of adult
learning. We’ll discuss:
75. ● Behaviourist learning theories
● Cognitive learning theories
● Humanist learning theories
● 21st century learning and skills.
When reading this section, keep in mind…
No single theory tells us everything there is to know
about how adults learn
However, when taken as a whole
these theories give us valuable insights about how adults learn,
and how we as trainers can help them learn.
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Behaviourist learning theories
76. Behavioural expectations may be defined in:
● learning outcomes
● competency standards
● job description
● standard operating procedures (SOP)
● other standard of performance relevant to your workplace.
Some examples of stimuli that promote and reward desired
behaviour include:
● praise or feedback that acknowledges the desired behaviour
● pay rise
● increased status, responsibility or autonomy
● attainment of a qualification or equivalent.
Implications for training
To apply a behaviourist approach to training:
● Introduce behavioural expectations (e.g. learning outcomes)
at the start of
training. Make sure objectives are clear and measurable.
77. ● Introduce activities with stimuli to promote the desired
behaviour—e.g.
– observe a learner performing a task, and provide feedback that
promotes the
desired behaviour
– ask learners to memorise something and offer a prize to those
who do
(remember to acknowledge effort; don’t just praise
achievement).
Examples
Some examples of learning theories based on a behaviourist
perspective include:
● Classical conditioning
● Operant conditioning.
Behaviourist learning theories are built on the premise that
learners are
passive participants who will respond to their environment. The
desired
behaviour develops when learners are presented with ‘stimuli’
that reward
desired behaviour and/or discourage undesired behaviour.
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Cognitive learning theories
The cognitive approach focuses on our thinking (cognitive)
process as we progress in
our learning—what we discover as we learn, and the
conclusions we reach.
A cognitive approach to learning is based on the premise that
learning results from:
● experience, about which we
● develop a perception about that experience (we think about
it), which leads to
● insight and problem solving.
Implications for training
To apply a cognitive approach in your training, try the
following:
● Include ‘discovery’ activities in your training
79. Introduce activities that allow learners to work out something
for themselves (learn
through discovery). Then, debrief the activity—create an
opportunity for you and
learners to share and discuss key learning points.
● Include time for reflection
Allow time for learners to reflect on their learning from time to
time. This reflection
should be focused. For example, ask learners to share and/or
record how they can
use what they have just learned in their own workplaces.
Examples
Some examples of learning theories based on a cognitive
perspective include:
● Cognitive load theory
● Gestalt theory
● Attribution theory
● Cognitive theory of multimedia learning
● Information processing theory (discussed below).
In very simple terms, cognitive learning theories suggest that
80. we learn through experience, thought, reflection and discovery
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Information processing theory
Information processing theory is just one of many theories that
are based on a
cognitive paradigm. This theory reflects research conducted by
George Miller. Miller’s
research revealed that people retain more if:
● information is presented in small chunks of content, and
● chunks are sequenced to create a logical progression from one
chunk to the next.
Implications for training
To apply the information processing theory to training:
● Present information in small chunks
This means presenting a small amount of information then give
learners a short
81. ‘brain break’ in which they have a chance to discuss, reflect on
or apply the
information in some way before presenting another chunk of
information
● Sequence the chunks of information in a sequence that
promotes retention
As a general rule, when sequencing chunks of information, start
with something
that the learners can relate to, then move on to new concepts.
For example:
– Chunk 1: ‘Let’s review the three key selling features of the
old software.’
– Chunk 2: ‘We can offer the same three key selling features
of the new
software, plus add two new features. These are...’
● ‘Just in time’ learning
‘Just in time’ learning is a learning delivery mode that takes
information processing
theory into the 21st century. ‘Just in time’ learning means
delivering ‘small chunks’
of information, activities and resources to learners, via mobile
devices. Learners
access these ‘small chunks’ of learning anytime and anywhere.
82. Information processing theory is about
chunking and sequencing
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Humanist learning theories
Humanism evolved from a cognitive approach to learning.
Implications for training
To apply a humanist perspective to your training:
● Consider your learners’ perspective:
– acknowledge existing skills and knowledge that learners
already hold—
sometimes you may build from their existing knowledge base;
other times you
must help them ‘un-learn’ incorrect or non-current skills or
knowledge, then re-
learn skills and knowledge that reflect current ‘best practice’
– interweave the affective (attitude) and cognitive (knowledge)
83. domains of
learning—e.g. as learners build skills and knowledge,
acknowledge and
alleviate anxieties or perceptions that may pose a barrier to
learning
– allow learners to exercise some control over their learning—
e.g. offer two
options for how to cover a topic, and let learners choose the one
they prefer.
● Consider the ‘whole person’:
– Consider both non-technical, and technical skills learners will
need to thrive in
the workplace environment—e.g. if teaching how to drive a
forklift, learners will
need non-technical skills such as:
▪ problem-solving skills to identify and respond to forklift
malfunctions
▪ interpersonal skills to work productively with others in the
workplace.
– Consider how your training fits into their life context—e.g.
▪ other personal or work commitments your learners must
manage
▪ the significance of this training for your learners—for some
84. your training
will have a large impact and for others, it will have less of an
impact.
Examples
Some examples of learning theories based on a humanist
perspective include:
● Hierarchy of needs
● Experiential learning
● Emotional intelligence
● Andragogy (discussed below).
Humanist learning theories are based on the premise that
learning should be ‘learner-centred’
and develop on the ‘whole person’, not just their skills and
knowledge
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Malcolm Knowles’ assumptions about adult learners
Malcolm Knowles is credited for popularising the study of
85. adults (versus children) as
learners.
Knowles asserted that an andragogical approach is the best way
to help adults learn.
He based his assertion on a number of assumptions he made
about adult learners,
arguing that adults learn best when these assumptions are
acknowledged and used as
the basis for learning. The table below lists and explains
Knowles’ assumptions.
Table: Malcolm Knowles—Assumptions about adult learners
Assumption Explanation
1 The need to know Adults need to know why they need to learn
something before they learn it.
2 Self-concept
Adults like self-direction. As people mature, they grow from
being
dependent learners to being more independent. Adults like to be
responsible for their own decisions and adult learners may
resent training
where they feel that someone else’s will is being imposed on
86. them.
3 Experience Adults come into a training situation with a great
deal of ‘life’ experience.
This experience should be drawn upon and used as a learning
resource.
4 Readiness to learn Adults are more ready and willing to learn
things that are relevant to them,
and that will help them cope effectively with real-life
situations.
5 Orientation to
learning
Adult learners learn best when they can immediately apply what
they have
learned to real-life situations. As people mature, their
perspective on
learning changes from postponed application (as in school
education) to
immediate application. This need for immediacy means that
adult learners’
orientation to learning shifts from subject-centred learning (i.e.
learning
knowledge) to problem-centred learning (i.e. finding ways to
improve
87. performance immediately, in the ‘real world’).
6 Motivation Adults learn best when they are motivated to do
so. According to
Knowles, intrinsic motivators, such as the desire for better job
satisfaction,
self-esteem or quality of life, are more effective than extrinsic
motivators,
such as better jobs, promotions or higher salaries (Knowles,
Holton III &
Swanson, 1998, p.67)
Based on information provided in Knowles, Holton III &
Swanson, 1998
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Implications for training
● Answer the ‘why’ question: Confirm benefits of learning
Time should be spent before or at the start of training to
confirm that learners
understand and acknowledge the benefits of the learning.
88. ● Be democratic and flexible
Effective trainers adapt their training to meet the needs of each
new learner group.
Create a democratic learning environment in which you allow
your adult learners to
make some of the decisions about the learning process.
● Tap into experience
Adult learners come to training with a collection of life
experiences that should be
acknowledged, respected and valued. When training, use
experiential techniques
that acknowledge and tap into these experiences, then draw on
them as relevant
throughout training.
Remember that these experiences may have led to habits, biases,
fears and
presuppositions that may cause adult learners to resist new ideas
or alternative
ways of thinking. Effective trainers help adult learners examine
their habits and
biases and open their minds to new approaches.
● Keep it real and relevant
89. Training content and examples must be relevant to the ‘real
lives’ of adult learners.
For example, if using case study activities in training, devise
activities based on
real-life events.
● Timing is everything—immediate application
Training should occur when the skills and knowledge being
trained are needed in
the learner’s real life. Adult learners should apply what is
learned in training to
their real life situations throughout or immediately after
training. If these immediate
opportunities aren’t provided, there is a risk that:
– The skills and knowledge learned in training will be lost,
giving credit to the
saying, ‘Use it or lose it’
– Learners may lose motivation.
● Adults will only learn what they’re motivated to learn
Trainers must get to know their learners and find out why they
have engaged in the
training, and what will motivate them to participate fully in
training.
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21st century learning and skills
Since we are preparing our learners for a 21st century
workplace, it’s important to stay
informed of latest workplace trends and demands. Research
into 21st century
workplaces tells us that our training must help learners build
both:
1. the technical skills needed to perform at work (e.g. how to
operate a forklift), plus
2. non-technical skills needed to perform at work. These include
skills such as:
● agility and adaptability
● innovation and creativity
● digital literacy
● problem-solving skills
91. ● communication skills—oral, written and multi-cultural
(and more!)
The need to build both technical and non-technical skills isn’t
new, but the relative
importance of non-technical skills is becoming more and more
important to help our
learners build the skills needed to continuously adapt, survive
and thrive in today’s
constantly-evolving workforce.
More information about 21st century learning and skills
All links below were accessed on 04.01.2018:
● Enterprise skills needed for the ‘new work order’
The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) completed their
New Work Order
Research Series. They present their findings in a series of
reports dating from
2015 to 2017. The link below takes you to an overview of their
research and
findings: <https://www.fya.org.au/our-research/>
● Partnership for 21st century learning
P21 is a group based in the USA. The P21 website offers
92. information and
resources about how teachers can build 21st century skills in
their classroom.
Although P21 focuses on school-based education, vocational
educators will find
the P21 site valuable: <http://www.p21.org>
● Core Skills for Work developmental framework
The Core Skills for Work is a document that describes
employability skills that
people need to succeed at work. It describes five levels of
performance of each
core skill. Access it from:
<https://docs.education.gov.au/documents/core-skills-
work-developmental-framework>
For more information about learning theories
A good starting point is the learning theories website. This site
lists and
explains a range of learning theories.
<learning-theories.com> (accessed 04.01.2018)
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Adult learning styles
As you read this section of the manual and participate in related
learning activities,
keep in mind...
Models seldom work, but they’re always useful!
By this we mean that:
!
We must never use learning style models to ‘label’ learners as
having
a particular ‘style’ in all learning situations. Instead, use them
as a
useful starting point, to help you gain some insight into the
different ways
you and your learners may prefer to learn a new skill or
concept.
There are many published learning style models. In this manual
we will cover two
94. popular and useful ones:
1. Sensory learning styles
2. Honey and Mumford’s learning style model.
A learning style is like a personal learning preference
Because each adult is unique,
each adult learner has their own unique learning styles
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Sensory learning styles
About this learning style
The senses influence learning. When we learn something we
may learn it:
● visually (sight)
● auditorally (hearing)
● kinaesthetically (touch)
95. ● olfactorally/gustatorally (smell/taste)
● linguistically (language).
In a training situation, we most often rely on the visual,
auditory, and kinaesthetic
senses. This has led to the common term, ‘VAK’ learning
styles.
!
One adult may favour different sensory learning preferences in
different learning situations. A learner’s preferred sensory
learning style
will likely vary from one learning event to another.
Current thinking about sensory learning styles suggests that
rather than
applying a ‘style’ to a person, we should apply it to the subject
matter—e.g.
It’s best to use a kinaesthetic style to teach soccer. Then, pay
attention to
how learners respond, and adjust your training as needed, to
ensure that
learning ‘sticks’ for each learner.
96. The table on the next page lists behaviours that learners may
exhibit when favouring a
particular sensory learning style.
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Table:
Behaviours observed when processing information with a
particular sense
Sense They may say: They may: They may need:
Visual
‘I can picture that’
‘This doesn’t look right’
‘I need perspective’
● Speak quickly
● Have trouble
remembering verbal
instructions
97. ● Pay attention to how
things and people look
● Look up.
● Charts & diagrams
● Demonstrations.
Auditory
‘I can hear it!’
‘This doesn’t sound right.’
● Be sensitive to the sound
of others’ voices
● Be distracted by noise
● Speak with more vocal
modulation
● Repeat things to
themselves
● Move their eyes directly
to the side.
98. ● Verbal explanations.
Kinaes-
thetic
‘I’m getting a feel for it.’
‘I’m getting a grasp of this
idea.’
‘I can run with this.’
● Speak more slowly at
times
● Be more sensitive to their
and others’ comfort
● Move their eyes down.
● Movement to ‘gather
thoughts’
● Learn through action
Linguistic
Also known as
99. Reader/Writer
Use language that doesn’t
necessarily relate to a
particular sense, but may
be more logical:
‘I appreciate your point.’
‘I think that…’
‘I must consider this.’
● Be sensitive to the
meanings of words
● Speak with a regular,
monotone pace
● Move their eyes down.
● Get the language ‘right’
and consistent
● Verbal and written
information.
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Implications of sensory learning styles for training
● Multi-sense learning: appeal to more than one sense at a time
Research suggests that if more than one sense is stimulated
during training,
learners will retain the learning longer and more effectively.
This can be as simple
as:
– having very clear, neat and colourful flipcharts or PowerPoint
presentations
– modulating the rhythm, speed, volume and tone of your voice
– having appropriate music during exercises
– having well-paced exercises.
● Try to avoid ‘boxing people in’
For example labelling someone a ‘visual learner’ because on
one occasion you
101. note them relying on the visual sense to learn. The reliance on
a particular sense
often depends on the situation. Although it is true that some
learners may
habitually rely on one sense to learn most things, it is equally
likely that a learner
may rely on different senses to learn different things.
● Use the senses that are appropriate for the learning topic
For example:
– vision and language are important in learning computer
programs or customer
service skills
– smell, taste, feel (as in texture) and look are all important in
cooking
– sounds and vision are important when training a practical skill
such as
operating a machine in a busy workshop, or music notation.
Information about sensory learning styles provided courtesy of
Thompson, 2008
Find out what learning senses you prefer as a learner—
102. complete an online questionnaire
The VARK website has loads of helpful information about
sensory
learning styles. From this site you can also complete your own
learning
style questionnaire.
<vark-learn.com> (accessed 04.01.2018)
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Honey and Mumford learning styles
A popular and useful model for learning styles is that developed
by Peter Honey and
Alan Mumford. Honey and Mumford divide learners into the
following four categories:
● Activists
Activists need social interaction and thrive in social learning
environments.
103. Activist learners enjoy activities in which they can process the
learning externally
(socially) and ‘bounce ideas off of others.’
● Reflectors
Reflectors need time to reflect on the material being learned.
Reflective learners
prefer to process new information internally. Reflectors may
appreciate receiving
learning material before training begins, to give them time to
review it and think
about it. During training, they may prefer to have some time to
prepare for a group
activity before launching into the activity.
● Theorists
Theorists need logic. Information provided must make sense—
it must be logical
and consistent. Theorists often appreciate detailed information
and instructions.
They may also prefer to consolidate their understanding of a
concept before
jumping into related activities.
● Pragmatists
104. Pragmatists need to use the concepts learned. Pragmatists may
get impatient with
long ‘theory’ sessions. They are keen to just ‘try things out and
see if they work.’
To read more about Honey and Mumford’s
learning styles…
For information about the Honey and Mumford learning style
model, search for ‘Honey and Mumford’ on the world wide web.
You’ll find links to a number of websites that explain the four
learning styles.
You can also complete the Honey and Mumford Learning Style
Questionnaire (LSQ) to determine your own learning style.
Fees
apply. For more information, visit:
<talentlens.co.uk/develop/peter-honey-learning-style-series>
(accessed 04.01.2018).
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Summarising adult learning styles
As a trainer you must acknowledge and respect the fact that
everyone learns
differently. You must accept that:
!
Not everyone learns the same way you do!
By default, we are inclined to teach new skills or concepts in a
way that we
would best. We must remember that our job is to train how our
learners
learn best!
Therefore:
● when planning training, select a range of activities that cover
diverse learning
styles and preferences.
● when delivering training, pay attention to how learners
respond to activities. This
106. will help you identify their learning needs and preferences. It’s
important to
recognise and acknowledge that if a learner:
– is exceptionally talkative
– is quiet and set back from the group
– is asking a lot of ‘annoying’ questions
they might simply be processing learning in a way that works
for them. Respect
the fact that this is a necessary part of the learning process for
that person and
manage it appropriately so that the learning experience remains
positive for all
learners.
Stages / cycles of learning
This section of the manual describes popular models used to
explain the stages people
go through when they learn something.
This manual discusses:
● the conscious competence model
● the learning cycle.
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The conscious competence model
About this model
The conscious competence model suggests that people progress
through the following
four stages of competence when they are learning something:
Source of the conscious competence model unknown
Implications for training
● Return to a state of ‘conscious competence’
This is critical. You may be asked to train something because
you are very good at
it. You may be so good at it that you no longer need to think
about it when you are
doing it. This makes you a great subject matter expert. To be a
great trainer, you
108. have to again become conscious of what you are doing. This
way you’ll know what
to train.
● Think of where the learner/s are
Consider the stage at which learners will most likely begin
training and plan
activities based on this.
When delivering, monitor the learners’ reactions to the training:
– If a learner appears overwhelmed, perhaps they had been at a
stage of
unconscious incompetence and hadn’t realised that there was so
much to
learn—in this case, reassure the learner that they’ll be fine!
– If a learner appears bored:
—ask
questions!
alternatively…
—they
don’t realise
how much there is to learn.
109. ‘I don’t realise what I don’t know’
‘Now I realise what I don’t know’
‘With concentration, I can do it’
‘I can do it so easily,
I no longer have to think about it’
Conscious Incompetence
Conscious Competence
Unconscious Competence
Unconscious Incompetence
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The learning cycle
What is a learning cycle?
The concept of a learning cycle suggests that learners work
through a series of varied
‘stages’ as they progress through a learning experience. At
each stage, learners
process or apply the learning in a different way. By completing
all stages of the
learning cycle, the learning is more likely to be retained.
A learning cycle is a cycle because there is no obvious starting
point. When we learn
something, we may enter into a learning experience at any stage
of the cycle.
Figure: Learning cycle
In the TAKE IT IN phase…
Learners take in and process
material to be learned.
111. Relevant activities may include:
● Skills and concepts are
demonstrated,
explained, read or
shown to learners
● Learners process
information and make
sense of it.
In the BUY IN phase…
Learners commit to the learning. The objective of this phase is
to for the learner/s to clarify the
benefits of learning. Potential barriers to learning should be
identified and removed.
Relevant activities may include:
● Icebreaker and other introductory activities that help the
learner/s warm up to the material to be
learned and to each other.
In the USE IT phase…
Learners adapt and apply the
material learned to their own ‘real
life’ situation’. Relevant activities
may include:
112. ● Hypothetical
questions—e.g.
What if this happened...?
● Action plans for the workplace
● On-the-job experience.
In the TRY IT phase…
Learners consolidate material learned by experimenting with it
or practicing it in some way.
Relevant activities may include:
● Individual or group activities aimed at recall or
comprehension
● Practice runs in a safe, controlled environment—e.g. role
play.
BUY
IN
TAKE
IT IN
TRY
IT
USE
113. IT
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Implications for training
● Ensure that learners progress through all stages of the
learning cycle
There may or may not be opportunity to progress through all
stages during the
training event. For example:
– in classroom-based training, learners may progress through
the BUY IN, TAKE
IT IN and TRY IT phases, and even enter into the USE IT phase
with some
realistic scenario-based activities. However, they will complete
the USE IT
phase once back in the workplace, where they can incorporate
what they have
learned into their routine work activities.
– in online or distance-based education, you could help learners
engage in self-
114. directed learning activities that take them through all stages of
the learning
cycle
● If you are using the learning cycle to guide how you structure
training, we
recommend that you start at the BUY IN phase.
For more information about learning cycles
For more information about different learning cycle models,
research:
● David Kolb’s learning cycle
● 4MAT® learning cycle by Bernice McCarthy.
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Principles of adult learning
115. The ‘principles of adult learning’ is a list of practical
conclusions that can be drawn from
ongoing research into adult learning.
There are many published lists of adult learning principles.
Below is one such list:
Blackwater Projects, 2016
The next page explains each principle in more detail.
The Principles of adult learning are like a ‘to do’ list for
trainers
P Practice and feedback
R Reward
I Interest
N Need
C Context first
I Involve learners
P Piece-by-piece
L Link to the real world
E Evaluate and adjust
116. S (multi) Sensory learning
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Principles of adult learning
Practice and feedback
Adults learn best by ‘doing’. Learners need opportunities to
practice and reinforce new
skills and concepts in a ‘safe’ environment where making
mistakes and making
progress won’t negatively impact the learners’ self-esteem or
their workplace. If
training takes place on-the-job, the first few practice
opportunities should be ‘off-line’.
Learner ‘practice’ may include:
117. ● skill—e.g. practicing a skill or using new knowledge to
complete a practical task
● knowledge—e.g. recall, comprehension, or application
activities
● attitudes—e.g. reflective activities that give learners an
opportunity to examine their
attitudes to the training content, identify key learning points,
and/or consider how
they can benefit from or use the material learned
Incorporate review activities into your training and give loads
of feedback to reinforce
key learning points.
Reward
Adults’ motivation to learn increases when their learning is
rewarded. These ‘rewards’
serve as an acknowledgement of what has been learned, and as
an incentive to learn
more. Rewards may be:
● intrinsic—e.g. the trainer points out how far the learner has
progressed, causing
the learner to feel a sense of satisfaction about what s/he has
achieved
118. ● extrinsic—e.g. the learner gets a prize for having learned.
Different learners respond to different types of rewards.
Whatever type of reward is
given, it is very motivating when learners realise that their
efforts have been recognised
and appreciated.
Interest
Learning works best when it’s interesting and engaging. First
and last impressions
count, so:
● Start on a strong note
Generate interest and create a positive impression from the
moment you first come
into contact with the learners, even before training begins.
Remember that
learners will start forming impressions about you and the
training from the moment
they come into contact with you. To do this, start on strong
note:
– ensure that any written or verbal contact pre-training sets the
desired tone
119. – conduct an engaging warm-up activity that engages
participants and removes
potential barriers to learning
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● Finish on a strong note
– review the objective of the training
– summarise and reinforce key learning points
– let learners know what happens next.
Need
Adults must be able to relate to the material being trained; to
understand the relevance
and the benefits of the learning to them. Discuss this at the
120. start of training.
Throughout training, include only relevant activities that benefit
learners.
Context first
When sequencing training, it often works to start with the big
picture (context) first,
followed by more detailed information. For example, if training
customer service
techniques, start by demonstrating a customer service
interaction from start to finish.
Then, break down each step of the process and explain each in
detail. This isn’t the
only way to sequence learning topics, but it works well for
many types of learning.
Involve learners
Encourage a democratic learning environment in which the
learners make some
decisions relating to their learning. For example, in group
training situations, offer a
choice of reading material then attempting an activity, or
attempting the activity first. If
training an individual, the entire training process should be
121. negotiated in collaboration
with the learner.
Piece-by-piece
Learning is retained more easily if we deliver information
delivered in small ‘chunks’.
During training, deliver small amounts (chunks) of information
at a time and break
these up with various practical and reflective activities.
Link to the real world
Learning is successful when learners can apply what they have
learned in their ‘real
world’. When planning training, research the learners’
workplace/s and devise
activities and case studies that are relevant to that workplace.
During training, listen to
experiences of the learners and incorporate relevant experiences
into discussions.
Ideally, we can schedule training so that learners can apply
what they have learned,
immediately after training.
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Evaluate and adjust
Each learner will progress at their own rate. Constantly monitor
learning, evaluate
progress and adjust training delivery to reflect progress made.
To do this:
● use testing as a learning tool—learning is strongest if we
frequently challenge
learners to ‘retrieve’1 information learned
● invite feedback throughout training, not just at the end; then
continuously adjust
training according to the feedback.
Multi-sensory learning
Adult learners retain information better if learning is multi-
sensory. Incorporate a multi-
sensory approach into your training delivery. Examples of how
to do this include:
123. ● Explain a concept and show a PowerPoint with a flow chart
that summarises the
concept
● Demonstrate a task and explain what you’re doing
● Describe the viscosity of a substance, and let learners touch
the substance
● Explain how something should taste, and let learners taste it.
1 Based on the term, ‘retrieval-practice effect’, by Matt Brown
in Brown, Roediger and McDaniel, Make It
Stick: The Science of Successful Learning, 2014.
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Summary of this section
Adult learning: an introduction
This section of the manual and related training activities
covered different roles you
124. may play as a trainer, and offered some adult learning theories,
styles, stages and
principles you may use to guide you in these roles.
The following concepts were discussed:
● What is learning?
● Roles trainers play:
– Instructor
– Coach
– Facilitator
– Mentor
– Conduit
● Adult learning theories:
– Behaviourist learning theories
– Cognitive learning theories—e.g. information processing
theory as one
example of a learning theory that is based on a cognitive
perspective
– Humanist learning theories—e.g. Malcolm Knowles’
andragogy as one
example of a learning theory that is based on a humanist
125. perspective
– 21st century learning and skills
● Learning styles:
– Sensory learning styles
– Learning styles by Honey and Mumford
● Stages/cycles of learning:
– Stages of learning—conscious competence model
– Learning cycle
● Principles of adult learning.
This information provides valuable knowledge and insights that
will help you manage
the different needs of your learners in a variety of training
circumstances.
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Training needs and objectives
126. The indispensable first step to getting the things
you want out of life is this: decide what you
want.
Ben Stein
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Introduction to this section
Training needs and objectives
The training cycle is shown below. This section of the manual
covers the ‘identify
needs’ stage of the cycle.
Figure: The training cycle
After reading this section of the manual and participating in the
127. related learning
activities, you should be able to:
● conduct a simple training needs analysis
● consider the needs and characteristics of your learner/s to
determine their learning
needs/preferences
● write ‘SMART’ learning outcomes.
The skills and knowledge gained may be applied to any type of
training situation.
Identify
needs
Plan &
organise
Deliver
Review
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Identify training needs
128. It’s all about the learners!
One thing we need to be clear about…
The learners are the stars of the show
Before we start planning our training, we must first identify
needs. This means
identifying:
● Training needs—what content does the target learner group
need?
● Learning needs—how and when does the target learner group
learn best?
Training needs—what do they need to learn?
Domains of learning: skills, knowledge, attitudes
Ultimately, the learners must be able to perform in the
workplace. To do this the
learner/s will need a combination of:
● knowledge
129. things a person must know to perform as required in a
reasonable range of working
situations—e.g. company policies and procedures that affect
how they are
expected to perform
● skills
skills needed to perform at work—e.g. technology skills,
manual handling skills,
communication skills, foundation skills, etc.
● attitudes
– ‘buy in’: a demonstrated commitment to perform consistently,
as required, and
– the confidence to perform in realistic working conditions.
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Adult learners bring a wealth of experience to training
They may already hold some of the skills, knowledge or
attitudes needed to perform in
130. the workplace. When planning training, start with what learners
already know and can
do, and build on these. Avoid training skills or concepts
learners already hold.
It’s worth taking a moment to consider what training learners
really need. To do this,
conduct a training needs analysis.
Training needs analysis
The figure below shows a basic model for a training needs
analysis.
Figure: a training needs analysis model
The following table gives more information about each step of
the TNA process.
We conduct a training needs analysis to identify training
content:
What needs to be trained?
Identify
gap
Identify current
131. performance
Identify desired
performance
Training Need
The gap can be filled by training and
becomes the basis for the training content
Non-training need
Maybe training isn’t what’s needed to
achieve the benchmarks
Combination of training and non-training needs
Both training and non-training interventions may be needed
e.g. To meet the performance benchmarks, participants may
need training
and the organisation may need to purchase updated computer
software.
Analyse the gap
and determine the best way to fill it
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Table: Training Needs Analysis step-by-step—description and
example
Step Description Example
1
Identify
desired
performance
Here we identify the requirements
for expected performance in the
workplace. We could use relevant:
● competency standards
133. ● job descriptions
● SOP (Standard Operating
Procedure)
● other relevant standards.
2
Identify
current
performance
Here we identify the skills,
knowledge and attitudes the target
group currently holds. We could:
● conduct a formal assessment of
each learner
● ask the learner/s
● ask others—e.g. supervisors or
colleagues
● analyse data such as customer
complaint records
134. ● any other appropriate strategy.
3
Identify gap
This step is like basic math:
Desired performance
– Current performance
= GAP
The customer service staff of a retail
organisation (the target group) should
follow the organisation’s four-step
process for customer service
In this case, the desired performance is
the four-step process
Client satisfaction data shows a 55%
satisfaction rate with how customer
service is provided. This is very low.
35% of clients report that customer
service staff are rude. Another 15%
report that service staff don’t know the
organisation’s products well enough.
Interviews with the target group show
that most know the four-step process,
but don’t always follow it. Some say
they struggle to ‘think on their feet’ when
135. helping a customer.
The GAP includes product knowledge
plus the skills, confidence and
commitment to consistently use the
four-step process.
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4
Analyse
gap—
determine if
gap reflects a:
● training
need
or
● non-training
need.
136. At this step, we analyse the gap and
identify the best way to bridge that
gap. The gap may be bridged by:
● Training—appropriate if the
reason for the gap is because the
target group lacks the skills or
knowledge needed to perform as
required
● Non-training—appropriate if there
is another reason for the gap
Foundation skills and language, literacy and numeracy
(LLN)
Foundation skills are the core or essential skills people need to
engage and
participate successfully in work and life activities.
Sinson, Private Communication, 2016
Information based on <governmentskills.com.au/foundation-
137. skills> Site now de-commissioned
Foundation skills include:
● Language, literacy and numeracy skills
Learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy
skills, and
● Core Skills for Work
The ability to navigate the world of work, interact with others
and get a job done.
Examples include organisational skills, communication skills,
ability to manage time
and meet deadlines, willingness and ability to work as part of a
team, initiative,
problem solving, and digital literacy skills, just to name a few.
Why is it important to consider foundation skills?
Adults need certain levels of foundation skills to engage in
training activities and
perform at work. When identifying needs, it’s important to find
out the extent to which
learner/s hold these skills. If you identify learners with lower
skills than those needed,
you may need to select instructional strategies that will help
you monitor, support and
138. upskill foundation skills as part of the vocational skill.
Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
Training needs identified:
● Communication, negotiation and
problem-solving skills needed to
implement the four-step customer
complaints policy
● Confidence—to be addressed in
training through practice and
repetition.
Non-training need identified:
● Increased commitment (attitude)—
Incentive scheme implemented to
encourage improved customer
service skills.
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In this manual, we focus on language, literacy and numeracy
(LLN) skills. The ACSF is
a tool we can use identify and address LLN skill needs. In the
ACSF, language,
literacy and numeracy divided into the following five core
skills:
● Learning
● Reading
● Writing
● Oral communication
● Numeracy.
Here is an example of how you could use the ACSF core skills
to identify LLN needs.
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Table: Using the ACSF to identify LLN needs
140. WORK SKILL: Complete a WHS incident report—where the
writer witnessed the incident
ACSF Core Skill
What is needed to perform this
work skill?
What can the learner currently do?
What are implications for training? (in bold)
Learning Ability to research and locate the
correct incident form
Ability to source and request help
completing the form, if needed
Learner is familiar with the different forms
available from the workplace and is able to use
the intranet system to research and locate the
correct form.
Learner is willing and able to source and
request help completing the form.
Reading Read and interpret sections of the
form to be completed
141. Common WHS terminology
Learner has sufficient repertoire of reading
strategies to interpret questions on the WHS
incident report form.
Learner is NOT familiar with WHS-specific
terminology—will introduce in training.
Writing Tick boxes to answer questions
about the incident.
Write descriptive paragraphs that
accurately describe the incident in
detail using workplace-related
terms.
Technology skills to submit the
completed form (upload to secure
intranet link)
Learner can tick boxes and write simple
sentences.
Learner may need help expanding
142. vocabulary to write more vivid, specific
descriptions.
Learner does not yet know system for
uploading completed forms. Will cover
this. They hold other required technology
skills.
Oral
communication
N/A N/A
Numeracy Identify and describe distances,
heights, weights, time frames and
volumes to produce an accurate
account of when, where and how
the incident occurred.
Learner has numeracy skills needed to identify
numerical concepts such as distances and
heights, but struggles with the vocabulary
needed articulate these in written descriptions
143. of an incident.
During training, introduce numerical
vocabulary. Introduce activities that
prompt learner to accurately describe
numerical aspects of an incident in writing.
For more information about language, literacy and numeracy
See the participant manual for TAELLN411 Address adult
language,
literacy and numeracy skills.
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Identify learning needs
To identify learning needs, consider:
● who are the learners
144. ● how and when do they learn best
● what support might they need to complete to successfully
complete your training?
Each of these is discussed in more detail below.
Who are the learners?
It’s important to find out what you can about your learner/s.
Consider:
● number of learners
Delivery approaches that are appropriate for a large group (e.g.
20+ learners) may
not be appropriate for a small group (e.g. 3-5 learners) or for an
individual.
Each time you deliver a training session—even if you have
delivered this session
before—you should find out how many learners you will have.
You must modify
your session plan to cater to one learner, a few learners, or a
large group.
● learners’ key characteristics—e.g.
– job roles
145. Do all learners work in the same industry? For the same
organisation? In the
same role? Are they working at all?
– personal characteristics that they may influence learning
Factors such as age, gender, religion or cultural background
may influence
your training. For example, if learner/s need to pray at regular
intervals, you
must allow time for this when organising the training.
– perceptions of the subject matter
It’s important to find out how the learners feel about the
training—e.g. do they
perceive it as welcomed and important? a waste of time?
frightening or
threatening?
Knowing the learner/s’ perceptions and other key characteristics
helps you decide
the best way to approach the training from their perspective.
By identifying and then addressing learning needs,
we are promoting an inclusive learning culture
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How and when do learners learn best?
Find out how learners prefer to learn
If planning training for:
● a group, it’s reasonably safe to assume that each learner
group will include
learners with different learning style preferences. Plan diverse
activities that cater
to various learning styles. You can always modify during
training if you notice
learners favouring a particular style.
● an individual, find out how your learner prefers to learn
before training begins,
then develop your individualised learning plan accordingly.
How to find out learning preferences and styles
Before or at the start of training
Ideally, you can you find out about each learner and their
preferred learning styles
before training begins. To do this, you could: