1. Introduction Unit Training Trainers and Educators:
A practical guide to facilitating learning in the workplace

2. Today Welcome Introduction to course and facilitators
Domestic arrangements
Plan

3. Group introductions Icebreaker Reason for attending
Experiences of facilitating learning
Ways of working
Review of aims and learning outcomes
Slide 3
It is crucial to emphasise to the group the importance of group dynamics and group forming particularly when a group is coming together for the first time. It is therefore important to spend time on this first session to enable the group to begin to get to know each other and share why people are attending and what experiences they bring with them.
The session plan provides an example of an icebreaker, but you can also use your own materials.
Throughout the units as facilitators we will endeavour to role model what will be covered (practice what we preach).

4. Ways of working Openness, Honesty, Transparency
Be mindful of others and respect opinions
Active listening and participation
One speaking at a time
Constructive challenge rather than argumentative
Confidentiality
Take responsibility – if it’s not working let the facilitator know
Have fun!
Anything else we’ve missed?
Slide 4:
This is a starting point. Participants should explore these with the facilitator particularly around the area of confidentiality stressing that learning can be back in the workplace but this should be anonymous and that any areas of risk identified will be addressed via the facilitators
The groups should agree the ways of working suit the purpose of the group and make any additions required

5. Programme Aim
To bring together a range of professionals/service users/carers to explore teaching methodologies and strategies which can be applied to a range of learning and teaching settings

6. Programme Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme the learner will be able to:
Apply theories of adult learning within the context of their teaching and learning environment
Plan learning activities that promote positive teaching and learning experiences
Apply a range of tools to facilitate effective learning