The last thing a trainer wants to think during a training session is that phrase used by the kid in the movie, The Sixth Sense: “I see dead people.” ... | more
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April, 2009 Archive
The Ten Phrases Guaranteed to Improve Your Course Delivery
April 28th, 2009 Alan MagnanSlow down! Speed up!: How to Deal with Diverse Learners
April 24th, 2009 Paul SitterDiversity of experience in a target audience is a challenge for any instructor or designer. Some people know a lot about the subject, others know a little – and they are all in the same class. ... | more
Customizing Icebreakers to Your Course Content
April 21st, 2009 Jim LeligdonHow many times have you been a participant in a course where you’ve had to participate in the same old icebreaker? It starts off, “My name is…, I work in.., I hope to learn…” and so on. As a participant, I know – ... | more
BURNOUT – Keeping the Flame Burning!
April 17th, 2009 José RegoInstructor (or designer) burnout is a possibility both during difficult economic periods as well as during times of financial stability. It is the equivalent of a tea candle that you light up and allow to burn until the wax turns liquid and ... | more
The “WOW” Factor: Tips for Public Speakers
April 14th, 2009 Melissa Grey SatterfieldWhat is it about a speaker that makes us say “WOW?” When I think of Speakers I’ve seen over the years that have “wowed” me, I realize they all had one thing in common – polished presentation skills. ... | more
Tips from an International Trainer – ME!
April 9th, 2009 Ron ChambersI love to travel – anytime, anyplace, anywhere! And, I especially love the adventure of international travel! Truth is, when I first hear about an international training assignment, I am overwhelmed with joy! ... | more
Not So “Soft Skills”
April 6th, 2009 Paul SitterThere is often discussion in our workshops about the difficulty, or even the value, of using the task analysis process on interpersonal or conceptual tasks, the infamous “soft skills.” ... | more
Embracing Technology and e-Learning
April 2nd, 2009 Langevin TeamCall me old fashioned, call me old school, call me a purist. I’ll take ownership of each title when it comes to how I feel about certain aspects of training, especially when it comes to incorporating technology in the classroom. ... | more