Training Design - Principles and Strategies

In this subcategory you will find models, worksheets, and checklists to help you design a training course. There is information on the ADDIE model (Assessment, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) of training development. There are also guidelines for creating and assessing training methods, design, and content.

  • Creating a Training Program Using the ADDIE Model
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    Word Document
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    A graphic design showing the components of the ADDIE training model and information about adult learning. The components are Assessment (what your audience knows and needs to know), Design (learning outcomes and a training plan), Development (content, activities), Implementation (trainers and speakers lined up, resources ready), and Evaluation (satisfaction of participants with the curriculum, the delivery, and the experience).

  • The Course Design Process
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    A brief overview of planning and structuring a course. This tool outlines important considerations in the planning process, such as designing and achieving goals, integrating learning and teaching styles, and evaluation during and after the course.

  • Curriculum Design
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    Word Document
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    2

    A practical approach to curriculum design, covering key tasks and tips for success. This tool lists issues that all affect training quality. There are key tasks to define your target audience and understand their training needs, backgrounds, and the patient populations they care for. You will also find tips for success in presenting information and involving participants in the creation of curricula.

  • Training Design Competencies Checklist
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    Word Document
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    A checklist reflecting popular teaching techniques and priorities, emphasising the power of dialogue. Curriculum designers and coordinators can use this checklist to be sure they have taken into consideration a number of important areas while developing training. For example, relevant content, open questions, a realistic time frame, effective curriculum tools, a way for participants to evaluate the training, and dynamic tools focusing on productive communication.

  • Curriculum Design Worksheet
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    Word Document
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    2

    A worksheet that guides a trainer through the initial process of planning a training session. It addresses central topics such as training themes, goals, and objectives; how they will be accomplished; and the need for training and training delivery evaluation. The worksheet is compatible with the ADDIE Model outlined in a separate tool noted above.

  • HIV/AIDS Education and Training Model
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    Word Document
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    3

    Key questions to ask at each step in the process of planning for HIV/AIDS education and training, such as needs assessment, identifying and understanding your target population, designing and delivering robust training, marketing, and final measurement and evaluation. The second part of this tool provides key tasks to help you complete each step.

  • Guidelines for Creating and Assessing Your Curriculum: Evaluation Methodology
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    Word Document
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    8

    A compass to help you move through the process of curriculum and training development. This tool demonstrates how steps build on each other and the importance of each. It explains the four levels of evaluation: reaction, learning, behavior/outcomes, and results. The questions, explanations, and ideas you will find are indicators not only of how to evaluate your work, but what should go into your design. The tool's latter section outlines and defines instruments to help you design and evaluate training.

  • Guidelines for Creating Instructional Design Elements and Content Review
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    Word Document
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    A tool that helps you identify basic design elements and tools to help you integrate them into your curriculum. For example, needs assessment data, teaching approaches, key messages, learning objectives, and material. This tool includes information on creating learning objectives and designing teaching aids. The content review section will help you decide on what areas you have covered adequately, or need to expand on, e.g., accuracy, appropriateness, and sequential learning designs.