How do you build a training framework that works?

> Identify skill gaps, performance issues, and organizational goals to tailor training accordingly. > Develop engaging and relevant training content aligned with learning objectives and delivery methods. > Measure training impact, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments for improvement.

Convert your goals into Learning Objectives. Follow the pattern <action-verb> <noun/concept>. Action verbs should be related to a domain from Bloom's Taxonomy. For example, in the "Analysis" domain for learning about writing software, you might want to <Diagram> <a Python library> or <Measure> <a Python application's execution time>.

For me, building a training framework that conveys an effective and successful training program is dependent on the following: > assessing the organisation; past, current and future industry growth trends as well as assessing the training needs of the employees > designing a training program that is realistic and relevant to the current needs of the employees, team tasks and organisation > delivering a training program with clarity, interactive skills and instructional design that is appropriate for adult learners. > use the strategy that transfers learning to relatable work based productive scenarios > evaluate the training and share results with senior management for addressing any gaps and deficiencies Thank you.

Start with a gap analysis of the current situation and define the objective of the training. Conduct an assessment with stakeholders and SMEs. and execute a gap analysis. Define purpose and outcomes.

I keep curriculum development simple with Bloom's Taxonomy. Then, create a few slides for each of the following: - Knowledge - Comprehension - Application - Analysis - Synthesis - Evaluation For example, in the context of teaching Python programming for the Knowledge domain: Slide 1: Knowledge Title: Python Basics Content: - Definition of Python - Overview of Python Syntax - Basic Python Keywords Visuals: - Python Logo - Screenshot of Python code Learning Objective: - Identify basic Python syntax - Recognize Python keywords and data types.

Organize into various levels from basics to advanced covering fundamentals to complex topics. Content needs to be relevant with practical examples and exercises to aid learning. Delivery method is important - CBT, Virtual, Classroom and appropriate duration of the sessions/module.

I like to use low-fidelity visuals for communicating concepts because they reduce the barriers a "perfected visual" can bring and make the content more relatable and mentally modifiable for the student or client. For example, I like using Balsamiq to discuss user interface concepts and whiteboarding sessions for workforce training. Getting the student or client to add a few boxes and arrows on an in-person whiteboard for active learning is much easier than doing so on a heavy, high-gloss paper printout or Zoom presentation.

Delivering the training program requires meticulous planning. Prepare for advanced questions. Effective communication, engaging the audience, and interactive participation are key to the success of the program.

Conduct an overall assessment of the training session with participants. Provide a questionnaire for feedback. Evaluate the feedback to improve further sessions. take intermediate feedback during the sessions and modify the sessions dynamically to suit the audience;s learning.

I generally follow the below rules when developing training content. 1. Understand the business need of training and out put expected. 2. Define the audience group. 3. Do a brief survey and understand audience expectations 4. Do a research in the Internet and make notes about latest content related to the above topic. 5. Develop the content and review with peers and business leaders. Fine tune the content. 6. Conduct training, get feed back and continuously improve the content. 7. Monitor business outcome in terms of productivity, CSAT, less complaints, etc. 8. Update the training content as per changing business needs and industry development. This is what I follow while teaching and it works.

Continue to monitor and refine your training content, and delivery strategies. Conduct surveys with stakeholders and SMEs for improvement recommendations.