Information is presented through brief lectures, exercises, group discussions, and case studies. Active participant involvement throughout is both essential and invited. Because of the complexity of the issues dealt with and the reliance on group discussion and interaction, class size should not exceed 40 participants. Optimum class size is 20 to 25. User-trainers are well advised to keep alert to time frame requirements.
Role playing also increases time needed.
Except for optional instructor handouts, the workbook contains all the items that the trainees will need. Those taking this training should be encouraged to keep the workbook and feel free to write anywhere on its pages. Also, because it would be impractical to administer this training without it, the workbook is provided in a format from which copies may be made easily and quickly. Lesson Plan Organization. Lesson plans are organized to enhance the use of the training materials and minimize disruption in administering the module.