Tip #382: How to Convert Naysayers into Facilitators
This Tip discusses two techniques that trainers can use to convert naysayers into facilitators in the classroom. “I’ve always believed that you can think positive
July 11, 2011
This Tip discusses two techniques that trainers can use to convert naysayers into facilitators in the classroom. “I’ve always believed that you can think positive
This Tip provides six reasons in defense of classroom learning, including the opportunity for guided monitored practice. “Technology is fine. . ., but that popular
This Tip discusses the need to avoid certain verbs for learning objectives if you want the objectives to be specific, observable and measurable. “Begin with
This Tip discusses how to facilitate a large group, including how to handle room arrangement, participation and amplification. How to Facilitate a Large Group Large
Many trainers fear that it will be difficult to get the participants back from breaks on time. However, there are many effective ways to increase
This Tip discusses the fact that audience size should not determine learning activities, just how they are facilitated. “First, have a definite, clear practical ideal;
There are no boring topics, there are only boring training methods. Topics that are highly technical and very dry are typically considered boring. However, the
This Tip discusses how to use participatory activities when time is limited, particularly activities that take only one to ten minutes. How to Use Participatory
This Tip looks at the problem of managing time limitations for lots of content, beginning by discussing why content needs to be limited. “We are
This Tip focuses on how to address valid participant concerns, beginning with it being a mandatory training. ” It is the mark of an educated
This Tip describes how to facilitate learning activities in a way that minimizes the negative impact of cognitive load. “Knowledge is of no value unless
This Tip describes four engaging, physical, and interactive activities to close a training session on a high note. “Celebrate what you want to see more