Why did I choose this resource?
I chose these resources to obtain knowledge on creating an improved onboarding orientation training plan.
What did you learn from it?
I learned that adults are taught differently than children and require an explanation for the reason they are learning certain material. I also was made aware that the best teaching practices incorporate a variety of techniques.
Key Knowledge
- Explain why the training is necessary
- Accommodate all learning styles
- Visual
- Auditory
- Tactile or kinesthetic
- Only train when the information you are teaching will be used soon if not immediately
- Train in groups with active participation
- Ask trainees questions
- Use many resources and tools
- Allow time for questions
- Offer constructive criticism
- Incorporate a little fun into the training sessions
How are you using what you learned?
I am using what I to create a more effective training program to minimize the amount of re-training being done.
Key Changes / Key Actions
- Create a “lesson plan” for training sessions.
- Incorporate hands on learning
- Ask the trainees more questions
- Encourage the trainees to ask more questions
Sources
- http://www.irecusa.org/publications/best-practices-1-becoming-an-effective-teacher/effective-adult-learning-practices/
- http://www.visionrealization.com/Resources/Organizational/Adult_Learning_Theory.pdf
- http://adulted.about.com/od/teachers/a/teachingadults.htm
- http://benchmarkinstitute.org/best_practices/index.htm
- http://jeritt.msu.edu/documents/DominickWithoutAttachment.pdf
