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Leader as Teacher (10 hours)

One of the best things about teaching and learning is that it touches almost everything we do. By becoming a skilled curriculum designer and trainer, you will have the ability to make a significant positive impact on others.

This comprehensive learning experience will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively identify, address, and evaluate training needs within your organization. You will learn how to conduct thorough training needs assessments, develop effective training plans, design engaging and impactful training sessions, facilitate interactive and inclusive learning experiences, and measure and evaluate training outcomes. Through a combination of engaging discussions and hands-on activities, you will gain the practical skills needed to succeed.

By the end of the course, you will be well-prepared to design and deliver effective training programs that drive your organization’s success.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define and describe the three primary components of a training needs analysis
2. Conduct a comprehensive organizational analysis to identify the specific training needs of an organization
3. Use the findings from a training needs analysis to develop a targeted and effective training plan
4. Write well-formed learning objectives that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART), aligning with the overall instructional goals.
5. Choose instructional strategies that are most effective for achieving specific learning objectives, considering factors such as learner characteristics, content complexity, and desired outcomes
6. Design instructional materials and activities that are engaging, interactive, and promote active learning, stimulating learner interest and facilitating knowledge acquisition
7. Develop and implement comprehensive training programs that effectively deliver learning content to learners, ensuring alignment with learning objectives and organizational goals
8. Design and implement evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness of training programs, including pre- and post-tests, surveys, and performance observations
9. Apply a variety of facilitation techniques, such as questioning, brainstorming, and role-playing, to enhance learning, promote critical thinking, and achieve desired outcomes