On the Job Trainer - Instructional Techniques

Course Overview

On the Job Trainer - Instructional Techniques

Understand different learning styles, how to set objectives and prepare to deliver clear and concise instructions. 

Course Content

Module One - Introduction 

• The role and skills of an 'on-the-job' trainer
• The 'on-the-job' instructional process 
• Prepare, tell, show, do, review 
• Task shadowing 

Module Two - Learning Principles 

• What is a learning intervention?
• The importance of the training cycle 
• Assessing existing skills 
• Setting smart objectives to transfer skills and knowledge 
• People learn differently 
• Matching people to the right approach
• Applying learning to practical tasks Motivating the self-learning process 

Module Three - Structuring and Delivering Learning  

• Instructing in practical situations
• Providing guidance on undertaking new tasks  
• Identifying unrecognised actions
• Recognising assumptive knowledge
• Imparting knowledge in manageable bite sized chunks 
• Understanding 'passed on' learning 
• Using different methods to engage the trainee
• Using questioning to impart knowledge and transfer skills
• Dealing confidently with a range of people and situations  

Module Four - Measuring Learning  

• Checking and evidencing understanding
• Observation checklists
• Measuring the success of practical tasks
• Using the learning ladder to check attainment
• Providing constructive feedback to trainees