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SayPro WRITING THE MANUAL
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WRITING THE MANUALOnce the purpose for the manual has been established and attention has been given to the preliminary design, the main task of writing is the next step. First, organize the contents into a logical sequence of topics. Break down the topics into smaller segments that describe a task, procedure or concept. Include an […]
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WRITING THE MANUALOnce the purpose for the manual has been established and attention has been given to the preliminary design, the main task of writing is the next step. First, organize the contents into a logical sequence of topics. Break down the topics into smaller segments that describe a task, procedure or concept. Include an overview on how to use the manual. As preparation for the training session give a list of key points or a summary of what is going to be covered at the start of each chapter.
Writing learning activitiesPreparation of the learning material also includes specifying the learning activities and strategies that will best assist in the learning process. The activities include:
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Activity |
Description |
Appropriate for… |
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Lecture |
A structured presentation, usually lasting an hour or longer |
Group presentationsOrientating learners to policies, introducing topics, providing information, etc. |
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Tutorial |
A one-on-one, structured instructional experience |
Individualised presentationOn-the-job trainingBuilding skills, demonstrating how to use equipment, etc. |
|
Case study |
A narrative description of a situation, real or fictitious, prepared for instruction purposes, usually written |
Stimulating discussion, especially in a small group settingIdentifying problems in realistic situationsWeighing alternative solutions |
|
Critical incident |
A very short narrative description of a problem situation, usually only a sentence or paragraph in length |
Stimulating discussion, especially in a small group settingIdentifying problems in realistic situationsWeighing alternative solutions |
|
Role-play |
Learners are assigned parts to play in a dramatised version of a case study or problem situation |
Groups of two or moreDealing with instruction about interpersonal situations |
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Game |
A ritualised representation of a job duty |
Group instructionEspecially useful for developing co-operation or assessing leadership in a team setting |
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Simulation |
An extended role-play or game |
Group instructionEspecially useful for developing co-operation or assessing leadership in a team setting |
|
Buss groups |
A small group of people, assembled to identify a problem, or problems, consider and select alternative solutions |
Used with case study or critical incidentTaking advantage of the ability of small groups to deal with unstructured problems more effectively than individuals |
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Panel discussion |
A structured or unstructured presentation on a topic, problem or issue by a group of 3-10 people to a larger group |
Stimulating insightPosing problemsClarifying issues and problems |
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Video or CD |
The use of a televised presentation to provide instruction, often in a form that mixes instruction with entertainment |
Demonstrating effective interpersonal skills Conveying information in an interesting manner (expensive to create) |
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