E.T.
E.T. stands for 'Effective Trainer.' In this activity, participants analyze both effective and ineffective trainers to uncover key techniques for successful training. This reflective process helps participants appreciate what contributes to effective teaching and what hinders it.
How to run it
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Instruct participants to think of three trainers they consider effective.
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Ask them to reflect on why these trainers are engaging and to list effective techniques used.
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Next, have participants select three trainers they find ineffective.
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Encourage them to identify traits that make these trainers unengaging and to list ineffective techniques.
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Distribute random playing cards to each participant, ensuring a mix of colors.
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Guide participants to group their lists into techniques by color of the cards to facilitate discussion.
Tips
Encourage open dialogue about experiences with different trainers.
Ensure a respectful atmosphere when discussing ineffective techniques.
Allow sufficient time for reflection to enable deeper insights.
Variations
You can adapt this method by using video clips or role plays of trainers instead of personal reflections to analyze their techniques.
Where it fits
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