Our industry is rapidly testing and accepting
or discarding new learning approaches—such as eLearning, mLearning, web conferencing, virtual worlds,
podcasting, and virtual classrooms—that were unheard of a decade ago. As
organizations embrace new technology, intent on realizing the promises of
reduced travel, reduced expenses, reduced hours in the classroom, and rapid
access to information, the role of the trainer or facilitator might seem to be
dying. But because knowledge acquisition does not magically lead to performance
improvement, the role of the trainer or facilitator has never been more important. Enter virtual instructor-led training (vILT).
Participants in this session will explore the changing role
of the trainer or facilitator in a world driven by technology. You’ll consider
how best to use information to help learners develop skills and improve
practices on the job, and examine the unique contribution of an effective trainer
or facilitator in the virtual classroom. Trainers and facilitators matter
because they support learners in acquiring knowledge, developing communities of
practice, mastering new skills, and transferring what they learn to the job. In the virtual, instructor-led classroom, an effective trainer or facilitator guides the
discovery and practical application of relevant information, leading learners
to skill development and ultimately improved performance.
In this session, you will learn:
- How to redefine the role of a trainer or facilitator
- How to apply The New Blend model when you design or deliver a blended learning experience
- How to incorporate discovery-learning principles in your virtual classroom
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