I’m excited that you are taking the steps to make learning extraordinary for those who attend your training!

​This checklist is for you If...

• You're an expert in your industry and have specialized knowledge that others need.
• You have never been formally trained in instructional design but are a trainer.
• You need to evaluate your training to see if it's instructional sound.

​I created this checklist to help you give your training content, structure, materials, and delivery methods a check up. ​

Deadra Welcome

• Learning needs have been assessed
• Content addresses what participants need to be able to do at the end
  
• Objectives are measurable
• Objectives are written for the right level of learning​
• Objectives are observable, e.g. they don't include words like "understand", "learn", "know"
• Use a blended learning approach​

• Method to gain learners' attention
• Learners know how to participate in the training
  
• Opportunities for learners to recall existing skills and connect with new skills
• Has the "right blend" (1/3 - time spent presenting information; 2/3 -  time spent applying skills & receiving feedback on performance)
• Time is spent preparing for learning transfer​

• Background information regarding the training
• Table of contents
  
• Agenda/Schedule at a Glance
• Learning objectives (State what they should be able to do at end of the training)
• Narrative content to support what's on the slides & presented by the facilitator
• Supplemental resources & reference materials
• Appropriate binding (saddle stitch, corner staple, binder, etc.)
• White space for notes

​1) When I'm delivering training, I..​

• Provide a warm introduction, so that learners get to know you
  
• Use appropriate group facilitation techniques
• Use visual aids skillfully (Slides, flip chart, etc.)
• Use an appropriate pace
• Debrief activities
• Stay focused on the topic
• Manage my time wisely

​2) When I'm delivering training, I create a positive learning environment by..​

• Demonstrating your passion for the topic
  
• Using appropriate examples
• Providing honest feedback
• Soliciting individual learning expectations at the beginning of training
• Being authentic
• Handling incorrect answers appropriately
• Dealing effectively with difficult participants

​3) When I'm delivering training, I encourage participation by..​

• Establishing rapport
  
• Making eye contact
• Appearing relaxed and pleasant
• Using encouraging nonverbals & body language
• Providing reinforcement for participation
• Exhibiting non-judgmental behaviors
• Asking open-ended questions

​4) When I'm delivering training, I communicate content and process by..​

• Providing an organized delivery (use a facilitator's guide)
  
• Summarizing after each learning module
• Practicing empathetic and active listening
  
• Using encouraging body language
• Speaking and enunciating clearly 
• Projecting your voice effectively
• Using appropriate humor
• Delivering constructive feedback

​5) When I'm delivering training, I ensure learning outcomes by..​

• Assessing individual learning 
• Providing time for Q&A
  
• Encouraging learning transfer
  
• Using relevant examples
• Revisiting individual learning expectations at the end of training

​6) When I'm delivering training, I establish credibility by..​

• Demonstrating my understanding of the content 
• Displaying confidence
  
• Maintaining my composure
  
• Sharing my personal experiences
• Answering questions
• Acknowledging when I don't know something

STOP STRUGGLING ALONE!​​​​​​​

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