TRAINING METHODS By B.

Simiyu
 A concept is a plan or an intention.
The purpose of training is to:

TERMS i.
ii.
Organize and facilitate learning development
Expedite acquisition of requirements effective for
AND job performance

CONCEPT iii. Enhance conceptual skills of a trainee

iv. Improve performance
S v. Transfer and utilize ICT
vi. Improve managerial effectiveness
Curriculum - All experiences of learning under the guidance of a school

Syllabus – An outline of what is to be covered in a given period of learning.

Learning plan – (S.O.W) A document used for session development over a

period

Session plan – An organized description used to guide a group towards a TERMS

specific outcome
USED
Training – Teaching an animal or person a particular skill or type of behavior

Session – Period devoted to a particular activity

Learning Outcomes – competencies to be broken down into manageable

episodes of learning
QUALITIES OF AN EFFECTIVE TRAINER

*Presentable *Sociable
*Patient *Optimistic
*Flexible *Information Seeker
*Persuasive *Persistent
*Initiative *Good communicator
*Good Listener *Credible
*Counselor *Role Model
*Organized *Goal Oriented
*Decisive *Knowledgeable
 In summary , a trainer needs to ;

Have strong industry and content

knowledge
Communication skills
CONT…
Flexibility and creativity

Managerial skills
 A MEDIOCRE TRAINER – tells
A GOOD TRAINER – explains
ROLE OF
A SUPERIOR TRAINER – demonstrates
A GREAT TRAINER – inspires
A
TRAINER
(Inspiring superstar trainers are made not born)
 Trainer – learns and provides feedback
Provider – trains, sets learning outcomes designs courses and
chooses appropriate methods and evaluation
Consultant – Analyzing educational problems and offering
solutions
Innovator – Helps to organize and manage change effectively
Primary role – Direct training , classroom teaching , evaluation
and feedback and training specialist

ROLE OF A TRAINER
CONT…
NATIONAL GOALS OF
EDUCATION
Education in Kenya should:
1.Foster nationalism, patriotism and promote national unity
2.Promote social, economic, technological and industrial needs for national
development. They include:
 Social needs
 Economic needs
 Technological and industrial needs
3.Promote social equality and Responsibility
4.Promote respect for and development of Kenya's rich and varied cultures
5.Promote international consciousness and foster positive attitude towards other
nations
6.Promote positive attitudes towards good health and environmental protection