1. Module 1:
Foundations of Training
Course Title:
Designing & Delivering Successful Training Programs

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What are some of the
Foundations of Training
you can think of?

3. • Advance professional knowledge and skills
• Comply with established ethical, legal, and
social standards
• Dress appropriately
• Respect and have good rapport with participants
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1. Appropriate Professional Conduct

4. 2. Knowledge of Adult Learning Theories
Are you aware of any
adult learning theories?
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5. 2. Knowledge of Adult Learning Theories
• Various theories, e.g. constructivism, andragogy
• According to learning theories, adult learners:
▫ Need to see relevance of training to their own
workplace
▫ Are goal-driven and self-directed
▫ Enjoy learning in social environments by
collaborating with colleagues, as well as
on their own
▫ Need to have control over their own learning
▫ Benefit from task- or experience-oriented
learning situations
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6. • Existence of various ID models
• ADDIE model
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3. Instructional Design Models
Analysis Design Development Implementation Evaluation

7. • Address participants’ learning styles and
preferences
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4. Training Methods and Styles

8. • Employ various delivery techniques/strategies
• Utilize a range of delivery means (e.g. technology
tools)
• Incorporate audiovisual aids
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5. Presentation and Delivery

9. How does a trainer
manage training?
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6. Managing Training

10. • Know the subjectmatterand master the
required knowledge skills
• Have good communication skills
• Prepareappropriately before, during, and
after training
• Follow up with participants on content,
questions, concerns, etc.
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6. Managing Training

11. • Assessment of assignments and activities
• Short quizzes
• On-job performance evaluation
• Return-on-investment (ROI)
• Reaction evaluation
(i.e. participants’ attitude
about the training)
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7. Evaluation