Design of Engaging Sessions

Overview

This module covers the design and development of engaging training sessions, materials, and complete courses. Learn how to structure content, create learning materials, and design courses that meet learner needs.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

• Design training sessions with clear learning objectives
• Structure content for optimal learning flow
• Create effective training materials and resources
• Develop complete course curricula

Key Topics

Learning Objectives

• Writing SMART learning objectives
• Aligning objectives with assessments
• Bloom’s taxonomy and learning levels

Session Structure

• The 4-component instructional design model
• Timing and pacing considerations
• Balancing theory and practice
• Incorporating breaks and transitions

Material Development

• Creating slides and presentations
• Developing hands-on exercises
• Writing clear instructions and documentation
• Using visuals effectively

Course Design

• Needs analysis and audience profiling
• Curriculum mapping
• Sequencing topics and modules
• Designing for different delivery formats (online, hybrid, in-person)

Practical Activities

• Write learning objectives for a training session
• Design a session outline with timing
• Create training materials for a specific topic
• Develop a course curriculum

Resources

• Templates for session and course design
• Examples of effective training materials
• Design principles and guidelines
• Tools for collaborative course development

Assessment

Participants will demonstrate competency through:

• Design of a complete training session
• Peer review of materials
• Presentation of course design plan

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