This Tip discusses how to achieve the second immutable rule for a trainer, to set the learner up for success.
“I never teach my pupils, I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn.” Albert Einstein
Set the Learner Up for Success
As mentioned in Tip #772, there are only two immutable rules for a trainer. The first is to treat the learner with respect. The second is to set the learner up for success.
A trainer can do this in the curriculum design process, presentation style, and group facilitation skills:
- conducting a needs assessment to identify performance gaps;
- creating specific, observable, measurable learning objectives;
- providing learning activities that achieve desired learning levels;
- establishing a safe and comfortable learning environment;
- building on what the learner already knows;
- disconnecting any negative transfer;
- using learning activities that meet the needs of different learning preferences;
- providing at least three examples of key concepts;
- modeling activities before assigning them;
- checking for learner comprehension;
- facilitating guided, monitored practice with all participants;
- providing small group practice to help build competence;
- providing sufficient practice so that the learners can experience and demonstrate their mastery of the new skill; and
- offering specific and constructive feedback.
If trainers do this, their learners will leave their sessions confident in their competence to use their new learning.
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May your learning be sweet.
Deborah
