Synchronous 3-Day

Model
Facilitator Training
Program
LaToya D. Hemphill
CUR/532
February 15, 2016
Melinda Medina

Introduction/Breakdown of Training
This training program has been created to provide guidance
and information to those in traditional higher education roles
with functional knowledge to facilitate online distance
learning options.
The training will be conducted over three days, providing
participants with skills, materials, and tools to adequately
manage an online course, and interact with learners within
an online environment.

Layout of Training
Day 1
Part I: Introduction of Training Focus
Identification of Audience
Program Goals
Program Objectives
Summative Assessment of Trainee Learning

Day 2
Part II: Facilitator Skills and Instructional Materials
Skills Needed to Create Distance Learning
Phases of Development
Theories of Distance Learning
Engaging Distance Learners

Day 3
Part III: Management and Technology Tools
Mentoring Program
Management and Evaluation Programs
Learning Platforms for Distance Learning
Technology/Media Tools

Part IV: Issues and Classroom Management

Student Collaboration Technology Tools
Distance Learner Descriptions
Understanding Synchronous & Asynchronous Facilitation
Technology Issues/Resolutions
Learner Feedback
Challenging Behaviors
ADA Learners