Elmira College

A. AED 5072 Training of Trainers: Program Design and Evaluation (1 Credit)

B. COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will build upon the skills gained in AED 5071, "Needs Assessment," and will explore and utilize a model for program development and evaluation that will meet the needs of customers/trainees, and facilitate adult learning. The focus will be on providing a systematic approach to program design as part of the overall program planning process. Participants will apply this model for program development by writing a plan of action for a specific learning situation, and then developing a plan for evaluation that includes criteria measuring instruments and success indicators.

C. COURSE OBJECTIVES: To provide the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to enable them to:

  1. Understand the complexity of planning a training/development program
  2. Utilize a step-by-step decision making process for effective planning of any training program
  3. Utilize a model for program development
  4. To write a plan of action for a specific learning situation

D. COURSE FORMAT:

This Training of Trainers Workshop will utilize lecture, hand-outs, recommended readings, discussion, small group exercises, and a course project.

E. EXPECTATION FOR STUDENTS:

Each student is expected to work individually or in a group to develop a simulated program drawn from their personal experiences. A written group report will be constructed to include the simulated program outline and an explanation as to the logic and thinking underlying the program. The report should include at a minimum: Needs Summary and Goals; Instructional Analysis including domains and steps; Learner and Context Analysis; Performance Objectives; Instructional Strategy and Selection including instructional sequencing and techniques for each objective; and Evaluation Strategy. This written report will be used during the last class meeting.

F. METHODS OF EVALUATION: Evaluation is based on attendance, which is mandatory for all sessions, participation, and the quality of written reports.

G. REQUIRED TEXT:

  1. O'Connor, B., Bronner, M., & Delaney, C. (1996). Training for organizations. Cincinnati, OH: South-Western Educational Publishing.
  2. Dick, W., & Carey, L. (1996). The systematic design of instruction (4th Ed.). New York: AddisonWesley/Harper-Collins Publishers.

H. CLASS SESSION OUTLINE:

10/23 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Introduction: From Needs to Design

10/30 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Designing Instructional Plans Continued

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