Session 2

Training RotariansDistrict Training Manual pages

47-49

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Learning Objectives

• Understand the characteristics of an adult learner

• Understanding the retention rate of various learning methods

• Learning how to achieve maximal retention

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Characteristics of an Adult Learner

• Realistic—Information that is immediately applicable .

• Practical—Hands-on practice.• Experienced—Insights.• Unique—Backgrounds.• Set in their learning pattern—They’re in a

continual state of learning. They are self-directed and prefer to control their learning experiences.

• Busy—Competing interests (family, work).

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Learning Retention

• Learner is passive—lectures, reading, audiovisual presentations, demonstrations

• Learner is involved—discussion, practice, teaching others

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Learning Retention—Learning Pyramid

NTL Institute of Applied Behavioral Science

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How to achieve maximum retention

• Capture your learner’s attention.

• Repeat information.

• Transfer information to real life.

• Feature a mix of activities.

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Establish a positive relationship with participants

• Greet participants. • Make eye contact.• Set behavior guidelines.• Give participants the option to pass on or opt out of

any activity.• Summarize points made before moving on to the

next subject.• Try not to read directly from your notes.• Post a small clock where you can see it.

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Common Presentation Errors

• Fillers.

• Distracting movements.

• Sloppy editing.

• Speaking too quickly.

• Turning away from participants.