Instructor-led Training

Instructor-led training materials should always be designed to keep the learner in the driver’s seat. Especially in the online scenario where learners have shorter attention spans, it becomes crucial to segment the course material in a meaningful, bite-sized format. A 2-2.5-hour session that takes into account the learner’s focus and the needed instruction time can be a good start.

Aside from session duration, a detailed agenda covering the session flow in terms of how the session is to be developed, delivered, and debriefed is of utmost importance. At KNOLSKAPE, our ILT sessions are designed with a clear, specific learning objective in mind. This ensures that learners get the maximum out of their session. On top of that, we also leverage a mix of role-plays, real-life scenarios, real-time polls, etc. to make sure that learning sticks with the attendees for longer.  

The role of a well-prepared facilitator cannot be underestimated when it comes to delivering engaging instructor-led training sessions. Besides excellent communication, the facilitator should go the extra mile and possess subject matter expertise as well as the ability to speak in public. To make sure that learners are engaged and actively involved, facilitators must lead the session via open-ended questions, anecdotes, and brainstorming sessions to embed context and make learning relevant.  

KNOLSKAPE’s ILTs are facilitated by our team of certified trainers across geographies. Not only are our trainers versed in content, storytelling, and communication but also know how to employ specific techniques and get learners involved in activities rather than passively consuming the material.  

Gone are the days when lame and tedious presentations were used to grab the attention of participants. The downside of such a format is that they do not foster a learning environment conducive to long-term retention. But, with instructor-led training, there are different ways you can make the learning interactive and boost engagement. For instance, use poll questions as an icebreaker to get the audience’s attention right from the beginning. Another interesting way is to include quizzes, thought-provoking questions, and open-ended exercises in the middle that can help create an interactive learning experience.  

Good instructor-led training should mostly revolve around introduction to the topic, contextualizing the topic, engaging learners in a real-world application, debriefing, and addressing participants’ queries, if any. 

What’s the point of having a platform that makes it difficult for participants to register? Technical glitches are bound to occur even in a classroom setting. Be it unstable network or session access problems, the list can go on and on. Hence, it is important to prepare well in advance. The event team should test login, passwords, and other essential details before the session so there’s no room for errors. Having a co-host to assist during network hitches can also be a great way to make sure everything goes smoothly.