1. Training of trainers, part 1
This session will look at how to prepare Shelter Training for delivery in support of operations
Indonesia, 2007
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2. ! Session objectives The key learning objectives of this workshop are:
Presentation: Understanding the importance of training in the field and identifying the ten steps to preparing a training event
2. Workshop: Designing a training event, part 1
This session does not include coaching or training techniques
Further resources on Adult Learning and Training of Trainers can be found on the Humanitarian Reform web site at
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3. ! Session objectives The key learning objectives of this workshop are:
Presentation: Understanding the importance of training in the field and identifying the ten steps to preparing a training event
2. Workshop: Designing a training event, part 1
This session does not include coaching or training techniques
Further resources on Adult Learning and Training of Trainers can be found on the Humanitarian Reform web site at
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4. The importance of training in the field
Training workshops at national and local level can be used to:
develop and disseminate strategies, particularly through training government and NGO representatives together
achieve participation and gather feedback from stakeholders, and to work this feedback into strategic and programme planning
agree and communicate standards, principles and building codes
Training should be seen as a continuous event, allowing facilitators to gather and disseminate information across agencies
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5. The importance of training in the field
Additionally, training can offer a basic understanding of the sector to:
donors
government stakeholders
coordinators
programme managers
desk officers
other sectors
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6. Series of steps for preparing training
Preparing a training event may be summarised in the following steps:
Step 1 Assess stakeholders to determine learning needs
Step 2 Develop learning objectives
Step 3 Define scope of training based on learning objectives
Step 4 Structure the agenda
Step 5 Develop and modify materials
Step 6 Select participants
Step 7 Prepare the venue
Step 8 Run the event
Step 9 After the event
Step 10 Resources
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7. Step 1: assess stakeholders
Participants for the training event could include the following stakeholders:
shelter specialists
generalist coordinators
specialists from other sectors
national and local government coordination bodies
national and local line ministries
community representatives
built environment specialists (builders, contractors, architects, engineers, planners)
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8. Step 2: develop learning objectives
Learning objectives for a shelter training event may include:
increasing range of response options
increasing technical knowledge
capacity building through achieving a shared
understanding of the sector or technical activities
stakeholder communication
feedback on the strategy
sharing of best practice
identifying challenges and opportunities
achieving community and government participation
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9. Step 3: define scope of training
Training events should be seen as part of a programme which can comprise:
strategic, programme and project development workshops
follow-on strategic, programme and project implementation
workshops
single workshops for different types of stakeholders at different levels
rolling programmes
regional workshops
standby resources and capacities
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10. Step 4: structure the agenda
When developing the agenda for the course, be sure to:
mix practical and theoretical material
group sessions around themes
if running training in the field, be sure to identify decisions and actions to be taken later
offer a context for the training material and provide numerous tangible examples
prepare materials for all levels of experience
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11. Step 5: develop and modify materials
When developing a training workshop event:
Pre-event
survey training needs before arrival with an expectations form
arrive many days beforehand, both to understand training
needs and to modify materials accordingly
During the event
participants list
powerpoint sessions
feedback forms
exercises
handouts
After the event
expectations met form followed by evaluation feedback
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12. Step 6: select participants
When inviting participants to the training event, you may want to consider providing the following information:
point of contact details
travel information
accommodation details
agenda for the training
financial information, such as expenses or per diems
any visas required
background reading material
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13. Step 7: prepare the venue
Details when preparing a venue can really impact on the quality of the event, be sure to:
book the venue in advance, ensuring it meets your requirements
determine if there are lunch facilities
arrange all audio and visual requirements, eg digital projector, screen, extension cable, and an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
ensure there are adequate writing materials, including flip charts (one per group) and other resources
check if there is an outside area for practical exercises
plan a group event, such as a dinner
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14. Step 8: run the event During the event, be sure to:
provide an overview with an introduction and housekeeping matters
highlight findings from the expectations sheets
monitor each day to see how participants are reacting to the material – this must be followed up
listen to the needs of individuals as well as the group
be prepared to change and adapt sessions according to need
ask participants about personal objectives
evaluate the course and revisit learning strategy
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15. Step 9: after the event After the event, be sure to:
capture and disseminate any decisions and actions resulting from the event
share contact details with those willing to share
share all training materials
re-evaluate learning strategy
write an evaluation report
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16. Step 10: resources
To facilitate a training event, the following resources will be available on the Shelter Centre web site for easy modification and sharing
Presentations
Exercises
Image library
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Expectations forms
Participant manual
Cover sheets
Diagram library

17. Step 10: resources: participant manual
All presentations given today are available on
This band may be changed to agency colour
Diagrams and icons can be used from the diagram library
Additional content can be put here
This logo can be replaced with your agency logo
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Images can be used from the image library
Training location and date can be put here

18. Step 10: resources: participant manual
Participant manuals may be compiled easily, even if content is changed
All these materials are also available on
Cover sheet
Exercises and handouts
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Session 3 slides
Session 2 slides
PowerPoint can print handouts of the slides automatically
Session 1 slides

19. ! Session objectives The key learning objectives of this workshop are:
Presentation: Understanding the importance of training in the field and identifying the ten steps to preparing a training event
2. Workshop: Designing a training event, part 1
This session does not include coaching or training techniques
Further resources on Adult Learning and Training of Trainers can be found on the Humanitarian Reform web site at
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20. Exercise brief
Discussion
in groups
objectives
agenda
Step 1: Propose objectives for a single training event, including the role of training in supporting the development and implementation of your sector response strategy.
Step 2: Propose an agenda for the event in support of today’s strategic plan exercise scenario, indicating what types of sessions you will use and duration, and complete the handout.
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21. References
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