In response to requests from members, KC-ASTD hosts a Back-to-Basics brown bag training series. Each class provides an hour and half of instruction on a basic training and development skill (e.g., making training more engaging, basics of instructional design, presentation skills, performance consulting, etc.)

Who should attend? These sessions will appeal most to: those new to the training function, those making a transition from academia to training in a corporate setting, and those who want to brush up on skills.

When and where are the sessions? One session is scheduled every other month at locations around the city, on Thursdays, from 11:30am-1pm. 

What’s the cost and what do I get for that? Members pay $25 and non-members $40 for an hour and a half of instruction led by a local workplace learning professional, one hard copy of the course materials, and access to the materials electronically after the class.

What should I bring to class? A writing instrument, your lunch (if you’d like to use the time as dual-purpose training and lunch hour), and a willingness to actively participate.

Courses & Dates Each course name below becomes an active link to register when a class is scheduled.

#1 Basics of Instructional Design

The purpose of this class is to familiarize learners with the ADDIE model, one of the basics of sound instructional design. ADDIE was first created by the US military to provide a consistent model by which to develop its training programs. It has been adopted by many organizations and academic institutions, and it has also been adapted for many different types of training development.

#2 Making Training More Exciting: Lively Up Your Learning!

Would you like to “Lively Up Your Learning”?  Join us for the second course in our Back-to-Basics Brown Bag series.  In this class you’ll discuss “lively” design and delivery, elements that work (not theory, but applied), and basic presentation skills.

#3 Inside TLZ (The Learning Zone): Behind the Magic, Mystery & Mechanics of the Adult Learning Environment

In this workshop we'll explore how to create an organized, "safe" learning environment that encourages adult learners to share ideas, actively participate in the learning process and have fun while learning. The techniques shared in this workshop can be applied to any meeting or training session in a physical classroom environment.

#4 Inside TLZ (The Learning Zone) Online - August 2010

In this workshop we'll explore how to create an organized, "safe" learning environment that encourages adult learners to share ideas, actively participate in the learning process and have fun while learning. The techniques shared in this workshop can be applied to any meeting or training session in an online classroom environment. (this class will be taught via the web)

#5: Evaluating Training Programs - October, 21 2010

Learn the commonly accepted methods of evaluating training programs from reaction to learning, to behavior change, to results, and more. 

#6: Learning Styles & Adult Learning Principles - December 9, 2010

Topics include: purpose of openings and closings, how adults learn, methods of instruction, presentation vs. training, how to motivate adults, ways to get participants back from breaks, and ways to increase participant responsibility for learning.