Training the Trainer - 2006

Instructor: Cheryl Gould

Training the Trainer

• Are you next in line to create a program or event that involves training library users?
• Are you expected to train colleagues in your library after attending a workshop?
• Are you the only person in your library who knows how to use an essential database, Web site or application--and would feel more comfortable if others shared your knowledge?
• Would you like to do more to position your library as a learning destination?

If you find yourself in any or all of these situations, you'll benefit from improved training skills. In this workshop you can learn to improve your organizational and presentation skills AND make the training you provide to others both fun and worthwhile.

Workshop Description: This all-day workshop will provide practical, useful tips for delivering a training session or workshop. You will learn the basic components necessary for successful training and how to apply them to your own work situation. In this workshop, participants will prepare a training script, chunk material into manageable pieces, create a handout following proven guidelines for training materials, and gain experience and confidence by preparing and delivering a short presentation.

Preliminary Course Outline:

• Purpose of Training
  • Training vs. teaching
  • The role of the trainer
  • Skills and qualities of a trainer
• Planning a Training Event
  • Checklist of what you need to plan a successful session
  • How adults learn
  • Knowing your audience
  • Creating training objectives
• Developing Training Materials
  • Components of a script or outline
  • Effective handouts/visual aids
  • Icebreakers, games and music -- Oh My!
• The Training Event
  • Day of workshop checklist
  • Setting up your environment
• Presentation Tips
  • Delivery techniques
  • The importance of rehearsing & revising
  • Tips and tricks for making training fun

Who Should Attend: Anyone from a California library that currently offers or is preparing to offer training to their staff or the public.

Prerequisites: None

Check-in: 8:30 to 9 AM Instruction: 9 AM to 4:30 PM