3.3. Instructional Methods

3.3. Instructional Methods Learning Objective: Explain what is meant by instructional methods, and list five factors that talent development professionals should consider when selecting an appropriate method Choosing an Instructional Method: science + art + feeling = decision; After you write the learning objectives to define the knowledge, skills, and attitudes, that professional learners should acquire as a result of training, the selective method or activity should relate to the LO and other factors, including: Type of Learning: intellectual & cognitive skills, motor skills, attitudes Audience: level, department Demographics or Profile: age, gender, level of education Number of Learners: individual, small groups, large groups Media Available: select by appropriateness, number of learners, financial considerations Budget: funds available for development as well as presentation Physical Site: centralized, decentralized, specialized Trainer’s Skills and Training Style READ: Choosing and Using The Right Instructional Methods and Training Activities READ: Selecting the Instructional Setting Refer to more about choice for instructional methods for training, teaching, and learning in AOE 2. Instructional Design; 2.9. Instructional Methods. Books mentioned in this episode: Virtual Training Tools and Templates by Cindy Huggett