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Informationen zum Autor JANIS FISHER CHAN, a highly experienced writer, instructional designer, trainer, and developmental editor, is the cofounder of a successful training company and author of several books and training programs, including E-Mail: A Write It Well Guide and The Academic Manager's Guide to Meetings from Jossey-Bass. Klappentext Delivering Training Workshops is filled with practical information, best practices, and proven strategies. This book will help trainers, no matter what their level of experience, prepare and deliver effective workshops that achieve results for both individuals and their organizations while meeting the challenges of today's fast-paced, rapidly changing learning environment. It covers a wide range of topics, including:* Planning and scheduling a workshop* Methods for preparing workshop participants to learn* Tips to help trainers increase their confidence* Keep participants engaged and involved* How to present information clearly, respond to questions, and manage the group* Tools for measuring workshop success* Methods for conducting virtual workshopsThe Pfeiffer Essential Guides to Training Basics is a three-volume series-Training Fundamentals, Designing and Developing Training Programs, and Delivering Training Workshops-that offers new and experienced trainers a wealth of ideas, information, tips, tools, and techniques.Praise for Delivering Training Workshops"Here's a terrific guide....to make sure you successfully teach others what you know."-Barbara Nelson, principal of Nelson Communications"Janis Chan guides you step-by-step through the process of planning and delivering training that engages participants and helps them learn, sharing her vast store of practical tips and techniques."-Sue Funkhouser, facilitator and organization development consultant, Pinwheel Performance"A learning tool....to increase your confidence and deliver training that achieves results."-Natasha Terk, President, Write It Well Zusammenfassung An important resource, this book offers detailed guidelines and tools to help trainers (both new and seasoned) to prepare for and deliver training workshops that will be meet objectives and engage participants. This comprehensive book offers step-by-step information that walks trainers through all phases of the workshop process. Inhaltsverzeichnis INTRODUCTION. 1. PREPARING FOR A WORKSHOP. 1. The Importance of Preparation. 2. What's Involved in Preparation. 3. What to Consider When Preparing for a Workshop. What's Next? 2. SCHEDULING THE WORKSHOP AND PLANNING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. 1. What to Consider When Scheduling. 2. Planning the Learning Environment. What's Next? 3. PREPARING PARTICIPANTS TO LEARN. 1. How Participants Are Selected. 2. Using Pre-Work Assignments to Engage and Prepare Participants. 3. Getting Managers' Support. What's Next? 4. PREPARING MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES. 1. What to Consider About Materials and Supplies. 2. Why and How to Use a Checklist. 3. Guidelines for Preparing Materials and Supplies. 4. Make a Backup Plan. What's Next? 5. PREPARING YOURSELF. 1. A Personal Preparation Primer. 2. Getting to Know the Workshop. 3. Learning More About the Subject. 4. Learning More About the Audience. 5. Thinking About Your Appearance. 6. Practicing Your Delivery. What's Next? PART TWO. DELIVERING THE WORKSHOP. 6. GETTING STARTED. 1. Getting Off on the Right Foot. 2. What to Do Before Participants Arrive. 3. Greet People and Make Them Feel Welcome. 4. Opening the Workshop. What's Next? 7. DELIVERY SKILLS. 1. Overcoming Anxiety and Nervousness. 2. Understanding Nonverbal Communica...
