Help & Ideas Needed Please

cerbera147 · **on:** March 24, 2010, 03:51:01 PM

Hi all,

I've got a training course coming up. It's a Train the Trainer course i.e. help me become better at delivering training

So our pre-course homework is to deliver a 5 -10 minute session on how to do something. It can be anything but I will need to deliver the session to the group.

Examples would be:

How to tie a tie
How to make a cup of tea
How to tie a shoe lace
How to change a light bulb
How to change the fuse on a plug

etc.

No PowerPoint allowed. We are encouraged to use props and create handouts. If I were too choose the 'how to change the fuse on a plug' one I would bring a plug with 2 fuses and demonstrate for all

As much fun as how to start a fire and drink a yard of ale would be it wouldn't really be feasible

Additionally I will be flying to the course so this also affects my props choice $:-\$

All guidance and ideas welcome

GraysonK · **Reply #1 on:** March 24, 2010, 03:54:33 PM

How to change a bicycle tire...could bring in a tire from a bike
What do you normally train people to do?

andre0407 · **Reply #2 on:** March 24, 2010, 04:03:55 PM

How to french press some coffee. Bring in a thermos of hot water, coarse ground coffee, sugar and creamer and of course the french press... and after the presentation you could have a nice cuppa while the rest goes about presenting.

cerbera147 · **Reply #3 on:** March 24, 2010, 04:53:31 PM

Quote from: GraysonK on March 24, 2010, 03:54:33 PM

How to change a bicycle tire...could bring in a tire from a bike
What do you normally train people to do?

Good suggestion Kelly

Although I should have added I have to fly to attend the course and a bicycle tire may be a squeeze in my luggage

I've edited my post now.

I was thinking along those lines; changing the tyre on a car. Yes I would have to leave the tyre at home but I could take pictures of me changing it or a short video

I normally train people from other companies on best practices, procedures, compliance, etc. If I like the course, and I think I will, I could put myself forward as a stand in trainer for my company's training team

Coffee is a good idea Andre but I wouldn't trust the airline with a glass french press $:-\$

GraysonK · **Reply #4 on:** March 24, 2010, 05:43:25 PM

How about how to upgrade a maglite to LED? Totally portable.

zepla · **Reply #5 on:** March 24, 2010, 05:52:52 PM

Why not "how to built a flux-capacitor", I would be interested and I'm sure you have the class attention

I'll shut up now....

Mike · **Reply #6 on:** March 24, 2010, 06:07:20 PM

Why not, how to give a 5-10 minute training course? I'm not kidding either. Most people do not do a very good job on instructing others how to do something. You could give examples of how to setup a logical outline, how to properly use props, graphs, written material. Presenters also need to understand that they have to be relaxed, credible and how to take charge and control their presentation. Since they are giving the presentation, they need to be well versed on their topic of choice. Tailoring the material to your target audience members needs, wants and current skill levels, etc. Also included would be making sure the presenter works smoothly with the material and props they have with them. The merits of speaking clearly and in plain and concise language. Then how address the question and answer period effectively. Even how to deal with difficult audience members or how to smoothly cut off the one person who seems to have an endless supply of questions and wastes everyone's time.

Mike

Kmarr · **Reply #7 on:** March 24, 2010, 06:14:42 PM

Quote from: Mike on March 24, 2010, 06:07:20 PM

Why not, how to give a 5-10 minute training course? I'm not kidding either. Most people do not do a very good job on instructing others how to do something. You could give examples of how to setup a logical outline, how to properly use props, graphs, written material. Presenters also need to understand that they have to be relaxed, credible and how to take charge and control their presentation. Since they are giving the presentation, they need to be well versed on their topic of choice. Tailoring the material to your target audience members needs, wants and current skill levels, etc. Also included would be making sure the presenter works smoothly with the material and props they have with them. The merits of speaking clearly and in plain and concise language. Then how address the question and answer period effectively. Even how to deal with difficult audience members or how to smoothly cut off the one person who seems to have an endless supply of questions and wastes everyone's time.

Mike

Holy SH*T that is so outside-the-box you can't go wrong. teach people how to teach how to do something

...something like that

Benner · **Reply #8 on:** March 24, 2010, 06:53:26 PM

I have done these. I have done an origami bird, making chickens out of tea-towels and how to do ties. I bloody hate doing these things.

cerbera147 · **Reply #9 on:** March 24, 2010, 07:04:37 PM

Thanks for these

They're going on my list

I like your idea Mike, certainly different.

I can tie a good tie and make an origami bird; could I teach others?

GraysonK · **Reply #10 on:** March 24, 2010, 07:07:00 PM

Ooooh, paracord!!!! You could teach them how to tie a cobra stitch bracelet. or a key fob. And if you brought enough with you, you could let them make it while you demonstrated. That would be fun.

ryan1835 · **Reply #11 on:** March 24, 2010, 09:15:44 PM

Quote from: Benner on March 24, 2010, 06:53:26 PM

I have done these. I have done an origami bird, making chickens out of tea-towels and how to do ties. I bloody hate doing these things.

you should have told them how to get there hair like yours

cerbera147 · **Reply #12 on:** March 24, 2010, 09:40:27 PM

Quote from: GraysonK on March 24, 2010, 07:07:00 PM

Ooooh, paracord!!!! You could teach them how to tie a cobra stitch bracelet. or a key fob. And if you brought enough with you, you could let them make it while you demonstrated. That would be fun.

Nice one Kelly

I can do a basic square weave paracord lanyard by following these instructions http://www.lighthound.com/Square-Weave-Paracord-Lanyard_ep_40-1.html

Any easy guides for a cobra stitch bracelet?

rp252 · **Reply #13 on:** March 24, 2010, 09:41:48 PM

Quote from: GraysonK on March 24, 2010, 07:07:00 PM

Ooooh, paracord!!!! You could teach them how to tie a cobra stitch bracelet. or a key fob. And if you brought enough with you, you could let them make it while you demonstrated. That would be fun.

Thats a great idea Kelly. Very portable.

GraysonK · **Reply #14 on:** March 24, 2010, 10:18:55 PM

I'm pretty sure Stormdrane has a cobra stitch tutorial up on that do-it-yourself website that I can't remember the name of at the moment. I don't know if he has one on his blog or not. Oh, what is the name of that site...I know it's listed on his website but I can't for the life of me remember it now. Grr...I'll have to look. But the round or square sinnet to make a fob would be just as cool.

Sazabi · **Reply #15 on:** March 24, 2010, 10:33:01 PM

Ooh, I know what you can do for the tie one:

Plus, this video needs to be watched, anyway.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #16 on:** March 24, 2010, 11:05:04 PM

I really liked Kel's puncture idea $:-\$

cerbera147 · **Reply #17 on:** March 30, 2010, 12:34:18 PM

So I'm thinking on the Origami bird idea as it is reasonably easy for all to do and the web is awash with resources

I'm still open to any new, novel and interesting ideas

Zed · **Reply #18 on:** March 30, 2010, 12:36:01 PM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 24, 2010, 11:05:04 PM

I really liked Kel's puncture idea $:-\$

my brother still gets me to fix his punctures after all these years, and he runs a department in insurance, although he has never been practically minded im afraid, but i agree this is a good test

sardauker · **Reply #19 on:** March 30, 2010, 01:06:17 PM

how to sharpen a knife?
just take the stone, buy in site some crappy knives...

Zed · **Reply #20 on:** March 30, 2010, 01:09:36 PM

Quote from: sardauker on March 30, 2010, 01:06:17 PM

how to sharpen a knife?
just take the stone, buy in site some crappy knives...

i would go on that course

Fisting_Chili · **Reply #21 on:** March 30, 2010, 02:22:08 PM

Quote from: cerbera147 on March 24, 2010, 03:51:01 PM

Hi all,

I've got a training course coming up. It's a Train the Trainer course i.e. help me become better at delivering training

So our pre-course homework is to deliver a 5 -10 minute session on how to do something. It can be anything but I will need to deliver the session to the group.

Examples would be:

How to tie a tie
How to make a cup of tea
How to tie a shoe lace
How to change a light bulb
How to change the fuse on a plug
etc.

No PowerPoint allowed. We are encouraged to use props and create handouts. If I were too choose the 'how to change the fuse on a plug' one I would bring a plug with 2 fuses and demonstrate for all

As much fun as how to start a fire and drink a yard of ale would be it wouldn't really be feasible Additionally I will be flying to the course so this also affects my props choice $:-\$

All guidance and ideas welcome

Don't do "how to tie a tie"! Too much room for disaster!

What about how to fold a paper airplane?

Fisting_Chili · **Reply #22 on:** March 30, 2010, 02:23:24 PM

Quote from: Fisting_Chili on March 30, 2010, 02:22:08 PM

Quote from: cerbera147 on March 24, 2010, 03:51:01 PM
Hi all,

I've got a training course coming up. It's a Train the Trainer course i.e. help me become better at delivering training

So our pre-course homework is to deliver a 5 -10 minute session on how to do something. It can be anything but I will need to deliver the session to the group.

Examples would be:

How to tie a tie
How to make a cup of tea
How to tie a shoe lace
How to change a light bulb
How to change the fuse on a plug
etc.

No PowerPoint allowed. We are encouraged to use props and create handouts. If I were too choose the 'how to change the fuse on a plug' one I would bring a plug with 2 fuses and demonstrate for all

As much fun as how to start a fire and drink a yard of ale would be it wouldn't really be feasible Additionally I will be flying to the course so this also affects my props choice $:-\$

All guidance and ideas welcome

Don't do "how to tie a tie"! Too much room for disaster!

What about how to fold a paper airplane?

Or, how to say, "I love my job and this presentation presenter is the best!" in sign language?

nuphoria · **Reply #23 on:** March 30, 2010, 05:37:55 PM

www.instructables.com

I defy you not to find some great ideas there

GraysonK · **Reply #24 on:** March 30, 2010, 09:23:59 PM

Quote from: nuphoria on March 30, 2010, 05:37:55 PM

www.instructables.com

I defy you not to find some great ideas there

Thank you, Nuph! It was making me nuts not remembering that website.

Benner · **Reply #25 on:** March 31, 2010, 01:29:35 AM

Quote from: cerbera147 on March 30, 2010, 12:34:18 PM

So I'm thinking on the Origami bird idea as it is reasonably easy for all to do and the web is awash with resources

I'm still open to any new, novel and interesting ideas

Youtube is your friend if that's the way you want to go. I reckon a good hour and you would be happy enough to deliver from that.

Hedge Kid · **Reply #26 on:** March 31, 2010, 08:07:28 PM

Choose something that you know how to do and can easily do without looking at it much. They'll be marking/picking you up on things like:
eye contact with the audience
engaging the audience
varying your teaching style (eg combine a handout with pictures and written instructions, a demonstration and let them try it themselves)

Choose something that everyone knows how to do and will make them laugh....like how to tie your shoelaces. Take a pocket full of laces and make the group pair up and then show them how to tie the lace around each others outstretched finger (obviously taking turns!).

If you do use something that simple, make it a little dafter - like "how to tie your shoelaces whilst blindfolded"

Keep it simple and be a little different. They'll remember it.

Hope that helps