Education and Events

The AITD provides professional development to learning and development practitioners through publications, information and training resources, Excellence Awards, live events and a professional recognition program.

Upcoming State and National events in date order are listed below:

12-Mar-2010	SA - Advanced Facilitation Skills 1 day workshop
ADVANCED FACILITATION SKILLS Designed for experienced trainers who want to extend existing skills and take their training effectiveness to the next level Are you finding that your learners rely on you for all the answers? Do you have difficulty managing the behaviour of some groups or individuals? Would you like to be more successful at structured activities like games, role plays and case studies? Many trainers begin their career developing the skills to deliver instruction in a learning environment but soon look for alternatives. They begin to move towards other structured learning activities that are more learner-centred but find the skills of instruction are quite different from the skills of facilitating these kinds of learning events. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Plan and navigate a facilitation learning event - Respond to unforeseen changes in group or individual behaviour and outcomes - Respond to unhealthy competition, collusion, withdrawal, domination and criticism - Manage boundaries and ensure behaviour is within limits of tolerance - Use micro skills (incl. noticing, internally processing and controlling emotions) - Use macro skills (incl. intervening, confronting, and emoting) Agenda Is it about the journey or the destination? - a Pilot’s guide to facilitation - Establishing the destination - Planning the journey Contracting for facilitation - Managing ‘client’ expectations and interventions - Engaging with participants and setting boundaries - Permission – the secret power Changing course mid-flight - Around or through the storms? - Behaviour challenges - The Magic formula Skills development - Multiple intelligences and facilitation skills development - Practicing micro-skills for facilitators - Practicing macro-skills - Structured activities with games, role plays and case studies Presented by Kevin Lohan Kevin Lohan has been facilitating learning since 1985. You might have read his regular column in the AITD journal or the world class award-winning book ‘Creating Training Miracles’ that he wrote with Alastair Rylatt. He’s been an AITD member for 20 years and has shared his insights about training and learning with hundreds of other educators. Kevin has won many awards including international training awards and speaks at conferences around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn with Kevin and other colleagues in this engaging workshop. Venue Cliftons Level 1, 80 King William St Timing Adelaide 12 March 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

16-Mar-2010	WEBINAR - Social Learning series. Session 1: What is social learning?
Social learning landscapes are achieving results in the organizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generate powerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts. The Social Learning series is program of 5 webinars that aims to provide an overview of social learning in organisational contexts, while additionally providing some basic "How-To's" for setting up social software implementations. Session 1: What is Social learning? •    Where does it sit in the eLearning context? •    Who uses social learning? •    Why use social learning? •    Is it applicable to organisational learning situations Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms Blogs, wikis, RSS and more! This webinar reviews current technologies and their application in a social learning context. •    What do I use and when? •    Is it secure? •    Guidelines for selecting appropriate tools Session 3: Designing social learning It's not about the technology - it's about the learning. •    The underpinning principles of social learning theories •    What sort of courses / content is most appropriate? •    How do I re-configure existing content? •    Do I need still need a facilitator? Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks The social learning network is designed to augment group interactions and create shared spaces for collaboration, social connections and aggregated information. •    User-experience design - how to apply it •    How to design action-oriented processes •    Building an architecture of participation Session 5: Evaluating social learning Both the formal learning outcomes and the social networking results demonstrate a significant positive impact for the organisation. •    How do you measure social learning outcomes? •    How do you evaluate formal learning outcomes in a social learning context? •    How do to report the results to the business? The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: What is social learning? 16 March 2010 11:00am Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms 30 March 2010 11:00am Session 3: Designing social learning 12 April 2010 3:00pm Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks 13 May 2010 11:00am Session 5: Evaluating social learning 17 June 2010 3:00pm Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book all 5 sessions! AITD members $300.00 incl of GST Non-members $375.00 incl of GST

17-Mar-2010	NSW FREE TO MEMBER event - Leadership for the Future
‘Leadership for the Future’ The thirst for information about leadership appears to be extensive.  This presentation titled ‘Leadership for the future’ should quench the thirst for individuals wanting to be better informed about developments and research in the leadership field. High-performing leaders are distinguished by two qualities – their ability to interact effectively with other people and their ability to think tactically and strategically.  A multinational study by dta WORLDWIDE has found that, on average, managers are performing below the level that characterises high-performing leaders.  The study analysed data from 6,320 managers and over 30,000 of their work colleagues.  Using measures it had developed in previous research, dta WORLDWIDE examined leaders’ self-perceptions and the perceptions of others in interaction effectiveness and thinking effectiveness.  It found that leaders’ average ratings on the two key qualities were both around 70, out of a possible 100.  Previous research by dta WORLDWIDE has shown that to be an effective leader, a score of 80 and above is required.   Ten competencies that make up these two key qualities were measured, including teamwork, win/win negotiating, communicating clearly and positive orientation.  The competencies which were assessed as being lowest, by both leaders themselves and their colleagues, were interpersonal flexibility, problem-solving and analysing perceptively. Malcolm Dawes, Managing Director at dta WORLDWIDE will explain that the low scores are an indicator of the low importance placed on leadership in many businesses.  Yet much research exists which suggests that effective leaders will return significantly better results from their people. This presentation will focus on key areas to enable leadership to be improved in businesses. About the presenter, Malcolm Dawes   Malcolm Dawes is a highly respected and sought after organisational performance consultant with a keen interest in sales and leadership development.  In particular he is a recognised expert in helping people understand how to increase their interaction effectiveness when managing people and situations. In 1987 Malcolm’s nursing qualifications and experience lead him into the role of Medical Representative for pharmaceutical company Sanofi UK Ltd. (now sanofi aventis).  For the next eight years Malcolm held roles in Marketing, Sales Management and Training with Sanofi.  In 1992 he was appointed to the position of Regional Training Manager at Innovex UK and later headed Management Development following further Sales Management responsibility, then in 2000 Malcolm was promoted to Head of Training for Quintiles & Innovex Australia/New Zealand and appointed to the Executive Management Team.  The Head of Training role involved the management and implementation of a major 2 year project across 14 countries in Asia.  Malcolm held this role for almost 4 years and during that time he became a client of dta WORLDWIDE, a company that specialises in the many diverse behavioural factors that produce high performing individuals who influence organisational success. He recently published research on leadership and is a member of the Australian Institute of Training & Development. Timing Wednesday, 17 March 2010 5:30 pm start until approximatly 7.30 pm Venue Cliftons , 190 George Street, Sydney Fees FREE TO MEMBERS Non-member fee: $55 (incl of GST)

19-Mar-2010	QLD - Innovative Training Methods 1 day workshop
INNOVATIVE TRAINING METHODS Designed for trainers who are seeking fresh ideas and games to energise groups and keep them engaged Trainers often are seeking creative and alternative ways to train staff. This workshop aims to enhance the existing skills of trainers and will provide simple tips in order to make approach to each training day an exciting event for participants and the trainer alike. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Create synergy within a training group form the outset - Maintain energy and attention - Refocus groups when attention strays - Adapt delivery techniques to suit the dynamics of the group Agenda Morning - Starters to focus concentration - Respecting adult learning principles while having fun in training - Setting ground rules in their own words - Moving the focus of the group without fuss or threat - Utilising how people learn in activities - Keeping group focus whilst covering vast amounts of information Afternoon - Present training in systematic and entertaining ways - Modifying delivery techniques when required - Activities to revise content and terminology - Developing resources for the whole training team to use - Closing the session with panache Presented by Catherine Logue Catherine has been training facilitators and trainers for 17 years, however she has been coaching people managers for 25 years.   Some of those skills we need as trainers are the same as those we need daily for interaction in the workplace & home, so the learning enhances the quality of work life and multi-skills the staff. Catherine uses the fundamentals of adult learning principles & creative techniques which ensure fun and learning. Her style allows adaptation of the techniques explored to your own needs in the training role, as well as the opportunity to share your knowledge and skills, and collect more techniques for your training kitbag. Venue Cliftons Level 23, 288 Edward St Timing Brisbane 19 March 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided   Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

23-Mar-2010	WA FREE TO MEMBER event - Leadership is Fun
LEADERSHIP IS FUN In WA's first PD event for 2010, Jeff Mann will present 9 leadership philosophies, that when combined help you to create high-performing, happy teams.  Jeff is a dynamic, enjoyable and thought provoking speaker, with a presentation style and real life stories that will inspire you to walk your dreams.  His leadership philosophies are fun to learn, easy to understand and simple to practice. These sessions are fun and interactive – don’t expect to just sit and listen Each leadership philosophy is accompanied by active reinforcement within the session.  The 9 leadership philosophies are: -  Step up -  Be genuine -  Challenge and innovate -  Love the vision -  Model the way -  Relate and communicate -  Empower others -  Encourage fun -  Develop new leaders More about the Presenter, Jeff Mann Jeff was a Senior Sergeant in the WA Police and now works for Treasury & Finance in Western Australia.  He has given over 500 presentations to school leadership teams, senior police, government department management teams, not for profit leadership boards/committees, and young leaders in Western Australia.  Jeff is a long-term member of the Australian Institute of Management and National Speakers Association (Australia). Timing Tuesday 23 March 2010 5.30 pm until 7.30 pm Venue Cliftons Perth,  191 St Georges Terrace, Perth Fees AITD Member Fee:  This is a free-to-member event Non-Member Fee:  $30.00  (GST inclusive)

24-Mar-2010	VIC Professional Development Event - From Trainer to Facilitator
VIC/TAS March Professional Development Breakfast Fees: AITD Member - $35.00 Non Member - $50.00 Non Member attending with a current AITD member - $35.00 Timing: Wednesday March 24th 7.15 am – 7.30 am - Registration and Networking 7.30 am – 7.45 am - Welcome, announcements, breakfast served 7.45 am – 8.50 am - Guest speaker - Pamela Macdonald 8.50 am – 9.00 am - Debrief, evaluation, wrap up Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, 328 Flinders Street,  Melbourne About our Presenter: Pam Macdonald is Director of Broadspring Consulting, her own practice providing facilitation, change management, coaching, and strategic HR advisory services.  She is an experienced trainer who began her training career in the late 1980s and has designed and delivered sessions as an employee and contractor in the utilities, government, retail and financial services sectors.  Recently Pam has also been a sessional teacher in the TAFE sector and delivered 50 days of workshops for a client in the health sector. Pam holds an MBA, Grad Dip Adult Education, current TAA40404 and a number of professional memberships and personality profiling accreditations. Blending business and training experience Pam is passionate about her work and continually developing and refining her own skill and personal development. Coming soon - MICRO EXPO – MEMBER TO MEMBER If you have been to one of our networking nights then you will love the next wave of networking with our Micro Expo (Member to Member).   Get close and personal with our Micro Expo.  Expressions of interest are open for exhibitors that would value displaying their product and have an opportunity to present individually to your AITD membership.  This is a fabulous and affordable opportunity for small business operators and consultants alike.  The fee for exhibitors will be $50.00.  There are limited places so booking as soon as practicable is recommended.  Send a brief on your organisation that includes your 3 minute verbal presentation, the person who will represent the organisation on the night and a list of products (including marketing materials) that you will have for your display.   The Micro Expo will be held at Cliftons on the evening of the 16th May and is sure to be informative and fun. All enquiries and applications should be forwarded to – Brian Geary - victas@aitd.com.au

30-Mar-2010	WEBINAR - Social Learning series. Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms
Social learning landscapes are achieving results in the organizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generate powerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts. The Social Learning series is program of 5 webinars that aims to provide an overview of social learning in organisational contexts, while additionally providing some basic "How-To's" for setting up social software implementations. Session 1: What is Social learning? •    Where does it sit in the eLearning context? •    Who uses social learning? •    Why use social learning? •    Is it applicable to organisational learning situations Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms Blogs, wikis, RSS and more! This webinar reviews current technologies and their application in a social learning context. •    What do I use and when? •    Is it secure? •    Guidelines for selecting appropriate tools Session 3: Designing social learning It's not about the technology - it's about the learning. •    The underpinning principles of social learning theories •    What sort of courses / content is most appropriate? •    How do I re-configure existing content? •    Do I need still need a facilitator? Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks The social learning network is designed to augment group interactions and create shared spaces for collaboration, social connections and aggregated information. •    User-experience design - how to apply it •    How to design action-oriented processes •    Building an architecture of participation Session 5: Evaluating social learning Both the formal learning outcomes and the social networking results demonstrate a significant positive impact for the organisation. •    How do you measure social learning outcomes? •    How do you evaluate formal learning outcomes in a social learning context? •    How do to report the results to the business? The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: What is social learning? 16 March 2010 11:00am Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms 30 March 2010 11:00am Session 3: Designing social learning 12 April 2010 3:00pm Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks 13 May 2010 11:00am Session 5: Evaluating social learning 17 June 2010 3:00pm Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book all 5 sessions! AITD members $300.00 incl of GST Non-members $375.00 incl of GST

31-Mar-2010	WEBINAR - Demystifying Webinars. Session 1: Introducing webinars
Webinars are an effective way to engage with geographically dispersed learners, distribute messages quickly, and enhance learning outcomes in a cost effective manner. Never attended a webinar before? Or worse, had a less than positive experience with webinars? Want to know how to effectively engage learners through the use of webinar technologies? Or perhaps you're interested in developing a business to introduce webinars in your organisation? These 2 introductory sessions serve as an introduction to webinars, both from a "how to use" the technology, and from an overview of the benefits to learners and developing the business case. Session 1: Introducing webinars This 60 minute session will cover the following topics: •    Introduce the features and functionality or webinar platforms •    How to develop the business case (benefits, ROI etc) •    Basic session design overview •    To webinar, or not to webinar (ie. when are they suitable, when are they not.) "Clear concise delivery. I learnt a lot as a total newbie." "Content simple and concise. Found the concept and broader implications for education and my future practice quite challenging." Session 2: How to conduct an effective webinar This session is intended to build on the information from Session 1 and focuses on how to effectively conduct a webinar. The 60 minute session will cover the following topics: •    How many people does it take to run a webinar? •    Overview of different roles •    Moderator responsibilities •    Subject Matter Expert responsibilities •    Participant orientation •    Designing for engagement and interaction Both these introductory sessions would be valuable for those new to webinars, or those who are interested to integrate webinars into their learning delivery strategy. The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: Introducing webinars 31 March 2010 12:00pm AEST Session 2: How to conduct an effective webinar 13 April 2010 12:00pm AEST Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book both sessions! AITD members $115.00 incl of GST Non-members $140.00 incl of GST

12-Apr-2010	WEBINAR - Social Learning series. Session 3: Designing social learning
Social learning landscapes are achieving results in the organizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generate powerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts. The Social Learning series is program of 5 webinars that aims to provide an overview of social learning in organisational contexts, while additionally providing some basic "How-To's" for setting up social software implementations. Session 1: What is Social learning? •    Where does it sit in the eLearning context? •    Who uses social learning? •    Why use social learning? •    Is it applicable to organisational learning situations Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms Blogs, wikis, RSS and more! This webinar reviews current technologies and their application in a social learning context. •    What do I use and when? •    Is it secure? •    Guidelines for selecting appropriate tools Session 3: Designing social learning It's not about the technology - it's about the learning. •    The underpinning principles of social learning theories •    What sort of courses / content is most appropriate? •    How do I re-configure existing content? •    Do I need still need a facilitator? Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks The social learning network is designed to augment group interactions and create shared spaces for collaboration, social connections and aggregated information. •    User-experience design - how to apply it •    How to design action-oriented processes •    Building an architecture of participation Session 5: Evaluating social learning Both the formal learning outcomes and the social networking results demonstrate a significant positive impact for the organisation. •    How do you measure social learning outcomes? •    How do you evaluate formal learning outcomes in a social learning context? •    How do to report the results to the business? The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: What is social learning? 16 March 2010 11:00am Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms 30 March 2010 11:00am Session 3: Designing social learning 12 April 2010 3:00pm Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks 13 May 2010 11:00am Session 5: Evaluating social learning 17 June 2010 3:00pm Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book all 5 sessions! AITD members $300.00 incl of GST Non-members $375.00 incl of GST

13-Apr-2010	WEBINAR - Demystifying Webinars. Session 2: How to conduct an effective webinar
Webinars are an effective way to engage with geographically dispersed learners, distribute messages quickly, and enhance learning outcomes in a cost effective manner. Never attended a webinar before? Or worse, had a less than positive experience with webinars? Want to know how to effectively engage learners through the use of webinar technologies? Or perhaps you're interested in developing a business to introduce webinars in your organisation? These 2 introductory sessions serve as an introduction to webinars, both from a "how to use" the technology, and from an overview of the benefits to learners and developing the business case. Session 1: Introducing webinars This 60 minute session will cover the following topics: •    Introduce the features and functionality or webinar platforms •    How to develop the business case (benefits, ROI etc) •    Basic session design overview •    To webinar, or not to webinar (ie. when are they suitable, when are they not.) "Clear concise delivery. I learnt a lot as a total newbie." "Content simple and concise. Found the concept and broader implications for education and my future practice quite challenging." Session 2: How to conduct an effective webinar This session is intended to build on the information from Session 1 and focuses on how to effectively conduct a webinar. The 60 minute session will cover the following topics: •    How many people does it take to run a webinar? •    Overview of different roles •    Moderator responsibilities •    Subject Matter Expert responsibilities •    Participant orientation •    Designing for engagement and interaction Both these introductory sessions would be valuable for those new to webinars, or those who are interested to integrate webinars into their learning delivery strategy. The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: Introducing webinars 31 March 2010 12:00pm AEST Session 2: How to conduct an effective webinar 13 April 2010 12:00pm AEST Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book both sessions! AITD members $115.00 incl of GST Non-members $140.00 incl of GST

20-Apr-2010	2010 National Conference - pre-conference workshops
ALL AITD MEMBERS CAN ATTEND EITHER A FULL DAY PRE OR POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP FREE OF CHARGE WITH THEIR CONFERENCE BOOKING Pre-conference workshops running in Sydney on Tuesday 20th April: Integrating Social Media to Improve Workplace Learning (Janet Clarey) Implementing Coaching and Mentoring Programs Revitalising Staff Induction Programs Advanced Facilitation Skills Training VET Sector Students Innovative Training Methods Click here from more information.

21-Apr-2010	2010 National Conference
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23-Apr-2010	2010 National Conference - post conference workshops
ALL AITD MEMBERS CAN ATTEND EITHER A FULL DAY PRE OR POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP FREE OF CHARGE WITH THEIR CONFERENCE BOOKING Pre-conference workshops running in Sydney on Friday 23rd April: First Things Even Faster: Strategies for Analysis in a Technology Rich World (Dr Allison Rossett) Implementing Coaching and Mentoring Programs Revitalising Staff Induction Programs Advanced Facilitation Skills Training VET Sector Students Innovative Training Methods Click here from more information.

07-May-2010	WA - Revitalising Staff Induction Programs 1 day workshop
REVITALISING STAFF INDUCTION PROGRAMS Transforming the induction process into an engaging employee-centred experience Engage and retain your new employees from the start with an effective employee-centred induction program.  Based upon the practices of effective employee-centred induction programs, this workshop will explore proven methods and techniques to transform your induction into an experience that will make your new employees feel valued, engaged, motivated and prepared! This practical workshop is designed for training managers, training administrators or coordinators, trainers and supervisors who are responsible for or wanting to design and facilitate an employee-centred induction process for an organisation or business unit. As part of this workshop, you'll receive tools, templates, and checklists to assist in the design or redesign of your orientation program. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Design/re-design your induction process - Identify and prioritise key induction content - Apply employee-centred Induction strategies that make new hires feel welcome, valued and prepared. - Create simple cost-effective induction activities and exercises that engage learners and increase retention Agenda Plan the Induction Process Apply Employee-centred Induction Principles Select Induction content, methods and activities Develop simple, cost-effective accelerated learning activities Presented by Stephen McGarrigle Stephen is Team Development & Training Manager at Dreamworld/WhiteWater World and has been facilitating innovative learning and development opportunities for the past 17 years in the corporate, community and government sectors.  A self confessed accelerated, experiential and action learning junkie, he is committed to making learning fun, engaging and learner-centered.  In his current role as the Team Development and Training Manager for the multi-award winning Dreamworld theme park and the newly created Whitewater World, Stephen is responsible for the design, facilitation and continuous improvement of learning and development strategies for over 1,000 team members in all facets of park operation.  Prior to joining Dreamworld he has held a number of Senior Learning and Development positions including the creator and Manager of the Young Leader’s Australia program, Associate Director of Learning & Development for Radio Lollipop Australia and the Training and Recruitment Manager for an international sales and marketing company. Venue Cliftons Australia Place, Cnr St George;s Terrace and William Sts, Perth Timing Perth 7th May 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided   Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

13-May-2010	NSW - Action Learning 1-day workshop. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt
ACTION LEARNING A powerful tool for developing leaders, solving problems, building teams and transforming organisations. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt – George Washington University & President, World Institute for Action Learning (read an article from Dr Marquardt by clicking here) Action Learning is not only an effective problem solving process but also has been valuable to a growing number of organisations worldwide as a powerful tool for developing leaders, teams and organisations. In this session, participants will discover the six essential elements for successful Action Learning programs, explore the steps and processes of Action Learning, and have the opportunity of practicing Action Learning. This workshop will include specific strategies and steps for implementing Action Learning in your organisation or as part of your consultancy practice. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to: - Understand and demonstrate how and why action learning is effective in solving problems, building teams, developing leaders, and creating learning organisations - Apply the six elements and two ground rules of action learning as well as the questioning and reflection processes of Action Learning - Understand the skills and importance of the Action Learning coach - Introduce Action Learning into an organisation - Identify the various options available in tailoring Action Learning for an organisation Agenda: Introduction and overview of Action Learning - Essential elements in Action Learning - Types of Action Learning programs - Stages in Action Learning - Applications of Action Learning Demonstration of Action Learning Solving real problems in Action Learning teams Leveraging the benefits of Action Learning - Problem-solving - Team building - Leadership development - Organisational learning - Professional growth and development Steps for Introducing Action Learning into your Organisation - Tailoring action learning to your environment - Pathways and pitfalls in establishing Action Learning in an organisation - Assessing success in implementation - Review of learning Dr Michael Marquardt is Professor of Human Resource Development at George Washington University, and serves as President of the World Institute for Action Learning. He has held a number of senior management, training and marketing positions with organisations such as Grolier, American Society for Training and Development, Association Management Inc., Overseas Education Fund, TradeTec, and U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Dr. Marquardt has trained more than 95,000 managers in nearly 100 countries since beginning his international experience in Spain in 1969. Consulting assignments have included Marriott, DuPont, Motorola, Nortel, Alcoa, Boeing, Caterpillar, United Nations Development Program, Xerox, Nokia, Constellation, Samsung, Organization of American States, and Singapore Airlines as well as the governments of Indonesia, Laos, Ethiopia, Zambia, Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Russia, Jamaica, Honduras, and Swaziland. Mike is the author of 18 books and over 90 professional articles in the fields of leadership, learning, globalisation and organisational change including Optimizing the Power of Action Learning, Leading with Questions, Building the Learning Organization (selected as Book of the Year by the Academy of HRD), The Global Advantage, Action Learning in Action, Global Leaders for the 21st Century, Global Human Resource Development, Technology-Based Learning, and Global Teams. Over one million copies of his publications have been sold in nearly a dozen languages worldwide. Dr. Marquardt also served as the Editor of the UNESCO Encyclopaedia volume on Human Resources. He has been a keynote speaker at international conferences in Australia, Japan, England, Philippines, Malaysia, South Africa, Sweden, Singapore, and India as well as throughout North America. Dr. Marquardt's achievements and leadership have been recognised though numerous awards including the International Practitioner of the Year Award from the American Society for Training and Development. He presently serves as a Senior Advisor for the United Nations Staff College in the areas of policy, technology, and learning systems. Mike is a Fellow of the National Academy for Human Resource Development and a co-founder of the Asian Learning Organization Network. The International Management Centre at Oxford, England recently awarded him an honorary Ph.D. for his work and writings in the field of action learning. Timing: Sydney 13 May 2010, 9:00am-4:00pm Venue: Cliftons, 190 George St, Sydney Fees: (includes morning & afternoon tea, lunch and workshop handouts) Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group bookings (3 or more) $450 (incl of GST) per person Click here for more information on accreditation workshops from the World Institute of Action Learning. Comments from attendees of the Dr Marquardt's last workshop for AITD: "Dr Marquardt showcased a learning theory that provided everyone with a new way of thinking and how to make it work. Well done and thank you for bringing Dr Marquardt out to Australia!" "Michael constantly demonstrated his expertise in this area - it was compelling. This Action Learning workshop will allow me to introduce the concept at a scale, level and timeframe that I have comfort with." "Very glad I came. I will definitely make use of the new skills I gained in questioning, the role of the coach and in learning about process." "Actually practicing Action Learning on real-life problems greatly enhanced my understanding of this tool."

13-May-2010	WEBINAR - Social Learning series. Session 4: Creating and Maintaining social learning networks
Social learning landscapes are achieving results in the organizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generate powerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts. The Social Learning series is program of 5 webinars that aims to provide an overview of social learning in organisational contexts, while additionally providing some basic "How-To's" for setting up social software implementations. Session 1: What is Social learning? •    Where does it sit in the eLearning context? •    Who uses social learning? •    Why use social learning? •    Is it applicable to organisational learning situations Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms Blogs, wikis, RSS and more! This webinar reviews current technologies and their application in a social learning context. •    What do I use and when? •    Is it secure? •    Guidelines for selecting appropriate tools Session 3: Designing social learning It's not about the technology - it's about the learning. •    The underpinning principles of social learning theories •    What sort of courses / content is most appropriate? •    How do I re-configure existing content? •    Do I need still need a facilitator? Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks The social learning network is designed to augment group interactions and create shared spaces for collaboration, social connections and aggregated information. •    User-experience design - how to apply it •    How to design action-oriented processes •    Building an architecture of participation Session 5: Evaluating social learning Both the formal learning outcomes and the social networking results demonstrate a significant positive impact for the organisation. •    How do you measure social learning outcomes? •    How do you evaluate formal learning outcomes in a social learning context? •    How do to report the results to the business? The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: What is social learning? 16 March 2010 11:00am Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms 30 March 2010 11:00am Session 3: Designing social learning 12 April 2010 3:00pm Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks 13 May 2010 11:00am Session 5: Evaluating social learning 17 June 2010 3:00pm Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book all 5 sessions! AITD members $300.00 incl of GST Non-members $375.00 incl of GST

14-May-2010	VIC - Action Learning 1-day workshop. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt
ACTION LEARNING A powerful tool for developing leaders, solving problems, building teams and transforming organisations. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt – George Washington University & President, World Institute for Action Learning (read an article from Dr Marquardt by clicking here) Action Learning is not only an effective problem solving process but also has been valuable to a growing number of organisations worldwide as a powerful tool for developing leaders, teams and organisations. In this session, participants will discover the six essential elements for successful Action Learning programs, explore the steps and processes of Action Learning, and have the opportunity of practicing Action Learning. This workshop will include specific strategies and steps for implementing Action Learning in your organisation or as part of your consultancy practice. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to: - Understand and demonstrate how and why action learning is effective in solving problems, building teams, developing leaders, and creating learning organisations - Apply the six elements and two ground rules of action learning as well as the questioning and reflection processes of Action Learning - Understand the skills and importance of the Action Learning coach - Introduce Action Learning into an organisation - Identify the various options available in tailoring Action Learning for an organisation Agenda: Introduction and overview of Action Learning - Essential elements in Action Learning - Types of Action Learning programs - Stages in Action Learning - Applications of Action Learning Demonstration of Action Learning Solving real problems in Action Learning teams Leveraging the benefits of Action Learning - Problem-solving - Team building - Leadership development - Organisational learning - Professional growth and development Steps for Introducing Action Learning into your Organisation - Tailoring action learning to your environment - Pathways and pitfalls in establishing Action Learning in an organisation - Assessing success in implementation - Review of learning Dr Michael Marquardt is Professor of Human Resource Development at George Washington University, and serves as President of the World Institute for Action Learning. He has held a number of senior management, training and marketing positions with organisations such as Grolier, American Society for Training and Development, Association Management Inc., Overseas Education Fund, TradeTec, and U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Dr. Marquardt has trained more than 95,000 managers in nearly 100 countries since beginning his international experience in Spain in 1969. Consulting assignments have included Marriott, DuPont, Motorola, Nortel, Alcoa, Boeing, Caterpillar, United Nations Development Program, Xerox, Nokia, Constellation, Samsung, Organization of American States, and Singapore Airlines as well as the governments of Indonesia, Laos, Ethiopia, Zambia, Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Russia, Jamaica, Honduras, and Swaziland. Mike is the author of 18 books and over 90 professional articles in the fields of leadership, learning, globalisation and organisational change including Optimizing the Power of Action Learning, Leading with Questions, Building the Learning Organization (selected as Book of the Year by the Academy of HRD), The Global Advantage, Action Learning in Action, Global Leaders for the 21st Century, Global Human Resource Development, Technology-Based Learning, and Global Teams. Over one million copies of his publications have been sold in nearly a dozen languages worldwide. Dr. Marquardt also served as the Editor of the UNESCO Encyclopaedia volume on Human Resources. He has been a keynote speaker at international conferences in Australia, Japan, England, Philippines, Malaysia, South Africa, Sweden, Singapore, and India as well as throughout North America. Dr. Marquardt's achievements and leadership have been recognised though numerous awards including the International Practitioner of the Year Award from the American Society for Training and Development. He presently serves as a Senior Advisor for the United Nations Staff College in the areas of policy, technology, and learning systems. Mike is a Fellow of the National Academy for Human Resource Development and a co-founder of the Asian Learning Organization Network. The International Management Centre at Oxford, England recently awarded him an honorary Ph.D. for his work and writings in the field of action learning. Timing: Melbourne 14 May 2010, 9:00am-4:00pm Venue: Cliftons, 440 Collins St, Melbourne Fees: (includes morning & afternoon tea, lunch and workshop handouts) Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group bookings (3 or more) $450 (incl of GST) per person Click here for more information on accreditation workshops from the World Institute of Action Learning. Comments from attendees of the Dr Marquardt's last workshop for AITD: "Dr Marquardt showcased a learning theory that provided everyone with a new way of thinking and how to make it work. Well done and thank you for bringing Dr Marquardt out to Australia!" "Michael constantly demonstrated his expertise in this area - it was compelling. This Action Learning workshop will allow me to introduce the concept at a scale, level and timeframe that I have comfort with." "Very glad I came. I will definitely make use of the new skills I gained in questioning, the role of the coach and in learning about process." "Actually practicing Action Learning on real-life problems greatly enhanced my understanding of this tool."

17-May-2010	QLD - Action Learning 1-day workshop. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt
ACTION LEARNING A powerful tool for developing leaders, solving problems, building teams and transforming organisations. Presented by Dr Michael Marquardt – George Washington University & President, World Institute for Action Learning (read an article from Dr Marquardt by clicking here) Action Learning is not only an effective problem solving process but also has been valuable to a growing number of organisations worldwide as a powerful tool for developing leaders, teams and organisations. In this session, participants will discover the six essential elements for successful Action Learning programs, explore the steps and processes of Action Learning, and have the opportunity of practicing Action Learning. This workshop will include specific strategies and steps for implementing Action Learning in your organisation or as part of your consultancy practice. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to: - Understand and demonstrate how and why action learning is effective in solving problems, building teams, developing leaders, and creating learning organisations - Apply the six elements and two ground rules of action learning as well as the questioning and reflection processes of Action Learning - Understand the skills and importance of the Action Learning coach - Introduce Action Learning into an organisation - Identify the various options available in tailoring Action Learning for an organisation Agenda: Introduction and overview of Action Learning - Essential elements in Action Learning - Types of Action Learning programs - Stages in Action Learning - Applications of Action Learning Demonstration of Action Learning Solving real problems in Action Learning teams Leveraging the benefits of Action Learning - Problem-solving - Team building - Leadership development - Organisational learning - Professional growth and development Steps for Introducing Action Learning into your Organisation - Tailoring action learning to your environment - Pathways and pitfalls in establishing Action Learning in an organisation - Assessing success in implementation - Review of learning Dr Michael Marquardt is Professor of Human Resource Development at George Washington University, and serves as President of the World Institute for Action Learning. He has held a number of senior management, training and marketing positions with organisations such as Grolier, American Society for Training and Development, Association Management Inc., Overseas Education Fund, TradeTec, and U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Dr. Marquardt has trained more than 95,000 managers in nearly 100 countries since beginning his international experience in Spain in 1969. Consulting assignments have included Marriott, DuPont, Motorola, Nortel, Alcoa, Boeing, Caterpillar, United Nations Development Program, Xerox, Nokia, Constellation, Samsung, Organization of American States, and Singapore Airlines as well as the governments of Indonesia, Laos, Ethiopia, Zambia, Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Russia, Jamaica, Honduras, and Swaziland. Mike is the author of 18 books and over 90 professional articles in the fields of leadership, learning, globalisation and organisational change including Optimizing the Power of Action Learning, Leading with Questions, Building the Learning Organization (selected as Book of the Year by the Academy of HRD), The Global Advantage, Action Learning in Action, Global Leaders for the 21st Century, Global Human Resource Development, Technology-Based Learning, and Global Teams. Over one million copies of his publications have been sold in nearly a dozen languages worldwide. Dr. Marquardt also served as the Editor of the UNESCO Encyclopaedia volume on Human Resources. He has been a keynote speaker at international conferences in Australia, Japan, England, Philippines, Malaysia, South Africa, Sweden, Singapore, and India as well as throughout North America. Dr. Marquardt's achievements and leadership have been recognised though numerous awards including the International Practitioner of the Year Award from the American Society for Training and Development. He presently serves as a Senior Advisor for the United Nations Staff College in the areas of policy, technology, and learning systems. Mike is a Fellow of the National Academy for Human Resource Development and a co-founder of the Asian Learning Organization Network. The International Management Centre at Oxford, England recently awarded him an honorary Ph.D. for his work and writings in the field of action learning. Timing: Brisbane 17 May 2010, 9:00am-4:00pm Venue: Cliftons, 288 Edward St, Brisbane Fees: (includes morning & afternoon tea, lunch and workshop handouts) Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group bookings (3 or more) $450 (incl of GST) per person Click here for more information on accreditation workshops from the World Institute of Action Learning   Comments from attendees of the Dr Marquardt's last workshop for AITD: "Dr Marquardt showcased a learning theory that provided everyone with a new way of thinking and how to make it work. Well done and thank you for bringing Dr Marquardt out to Australia!" "Michael constantly demonstrated his expertise in this area - it was compelling. This Action Learning workshop will allow me to introduce the concept at a scale, level and timeframe that I have comfort with." "Very glad I came. I will definitely make use of the new skills I gained in questioning, the role of the coach and in learning about process." "Actually practicing Action Learning on real-life problems greatly enhanced my understanding of this tool."

24-May-2010	NSW - Implementing Coaching & Mentoring Programs 1-day workshop
IMPLEMENTING COACHING & MENTORING PROGRAMS Developed for training / organisational development professionals who have an interest in developing or implementing an in-house coaching program.   There are three keys to the success of in-house programs; quality coaches and mentors; willing and informed participants and effective project management, reporting and evaluation.  People responsible for implementation need to focus on all three or programs may fall short of expectations. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: Identify obstacles when implementing an in-house coaching and mentoring program Navigate challenges and gain buy-in Support in-house coaches and mentors Implement mechanisms for continuous improvement Agenda This program explores ·         Coaching and mentoring programs and  when to use one or both ·         Key design features of coaching and mentoring programs ·         Things to take into account when setting them up ·         Monitoring and reporting ·         Evaluation of effectiveness.   Presented by John Murlewski John has a passion for helping individuals and teams to see and utilise the best in themselves. He combines that with a sense of humour and a curiosity about life and people. John’s background was in British Airways (U.K.), where he ‘held a series of senior HR and line management positions before immigrating to Australia. He then worked for three years as General Manager for a major international training provider prior to joining Results Through People Pty Ltd as a Director, providing executive coaching, consulting, and training design/delivery services. John’s working experience has been across a broad range of industries, including; IT, telecommunications, air travel, financial services, local government, media, manufacturing, retail, health, education and the Not-for-Profit sector. John’s coaching experience began before executive coaching was recognised as a separate profession. It was developed as part of corporate HR activity and further honed by leading and working with teams, to enable them to meet the challenges of planning and managing change. John’s experience of coaching around change management has covered a broad spectrum, from individual change to large scale merger activities and national level IR negotiations. Venue Cliftons Level 6, 190 George St, Sydney Timing Sydney 24 May 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

28-May-2010	WA - Training VET Sector Students 1 day workshop
Training VET Sector Students A practical workshop designed to assist trainers build a successful and satisfying career in the vocational training sector. Training VET sector students is far different from training university students or employees. While the need for theoretical grounding is often different, VET sector students are from diverse cultures, domestic backgrounds and experiences. The challenge is threefold: 1. Engaging a diverse range of fee paying students to achieve an educational outcome that is higher than basic ‘competence’ 2. Creating a learning experience around set curriculum that is nourishing and educationally sound 3. Achieving an interaction and that both the student AND trainer has enjoyed Challenging Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma students to be the best they can be revolves around great classroom management, engaging teaching-learning activities and a disciplined approach to teaching. A difficult and some would say impossible task. Workshop outcomes: You will learn how to: • Use a variety of methods to engage and integrate those from different cultural backgrounds • Set a classroom management structure that best relates to the demographic and psychometric profile of your students • Target working (mature age) learners and non-working learners by using different activities • Keep students motivated so that they: - Arrive to class on time (an often difficult task) - Achieve higher than average attendance rates - Complete assigned homework tasks • Keep students on track with set evaluation tasks • Walk the fine-line between education and entertainment • Survive the VET sector training challenge with humour and sanity. Who would benefit? • Trainers with Certificate IV in Training and Assessment who work with vocational training institutions • Those who recruit and manage trainers for these institutions and need to implement professional development programs • Educators who are transitioning from the University or corporate environment to vocational training Agenda Morning • Who are VET sector learners? • How are they different? • Expectations from learners / expectations from educators • Generating discussion • Classroom management • The power of story Afternoon • Motivational activities for VET sector learners • Using technology to motivate: practice with a laptop report • The power of the quiz: practice • Evaluating to motivate, not to drain • Using resources and limits on use • Hands-on activities About the presenter Phil Dye As an APM Training Institute head lecturer in Public Relations and Business, Phil has trained thousands of vocational students to communicate more effectively. He was voted ‘Trainer of the year’ by APM students in 2006. As a corporate trainer, Phil has worked with some of the world’s largest companies such as Oracle, Vivendi and HSBC to help them communicate more effectively. Current local clients include Salmat, Ricoh, Crown Castle International and Computer Associates, with his most popular workshops being ‘Better Business Writing’ and ‘Media Interview Training’. As a journalist and social commentator, Phil has written on topics as diverse as fatherhood, the role of the mass media in society and corporate citizenship. He is a regular contributor to the Melbourne Age and Sydney Morning Herald opinion pages and his first book, (‘The Father Lode’), was published in 1998 by Allen and Unwin. His next book, ‘101 ways to improve your business writing’ was published in 2004. Venue Cliftons Australia Place, Cnr George's Terrace & Williams Sts Timing Perth 28th May 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

04-Jun-2010	ACT - Revitalising Staff Induction Programs 1 day workshop
REVITALISING STAFF INDUCTION PROGRAMS Transforming the induction process into an engaging employee-centred experience Engage and retain your new employees from the start with an effective employee-centred induction program.  Based upon the practices of effective employee-centred induction programs, this workshop will explore proven methods and techniques to transform your induction into an experience that will make your new employees feel valued, engaged, motivated and prepared! This practical workshop is designed for training managers, training administrators or coordinators, trainers and supervisors who are responsible for or wanting to design and facilitate an employee-centred induction process for an organisation or business unit. As part of this workshop, you'll receive tools, templates, and checklists to assist in the design or redesign of your orientation program. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Design/re-design your induction process - Identify and prioritise key induction content - Apply employee-centred Induction strategies that make new hires feel welcome, valued and prepared. - Create simple cost-effective induction activities and exercises that engage learners and increase retention Agenda Plan the Induction Process Apply Employee-centred Induction Principles Select Induction content, methods and activities Develop simple, cost-effective accelerated learning activities Presented by Stephen McGarrigle Stephen is Team Development & Training Manager at Dreamworld/WhiteWater World and has been facilitating innovative learning and development opportunities for the past 17 years in the corporate, community and government sectors.  A self confessed accelerated, experiential and action learning junkie, he is committed to making learning fun, engaging and learner-centered.  In his current role as the Team Development and Training Manager for the multi-award winning Dreamworld theme park and the newly created Whitewater World, Stephen is responsible for the design, facilitation and continuous improvement of learning and development strategies for over 1,000 team members in all facets of park operation.  Prior to joining Dreamworld he has held a number of Senior Learning and Development positions including the creator and Manager of the Young Leader’s Australia program, Associate Director of Learning & Development for Radio Lollipop Australia and the Training and Recruitment Manager for an international sales and marketing company. Venue Cliftons Level 2, 10 Moore St, Canberra Timing Canberra 4th June 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided   Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

07-Jun-2010	SA - Training VET Sector Students 1 day workshop
Training VET Sector Students A practical workshop designed to assist trainers build a successful and satisfying career in the vocational training sector. Training VET sector students is far different from training university students or employees. While the need for theoretical grounding is often different, VET sector students are from diverse cultures, domestic backgrounds and experiences. The challenge is threefold: 1. Engaging a diverse range of fee paying students to achieve an educational outcome that is higher than basic ‘competence’ 2. Creating a learning experience around set curriculum that is nourishing and educationally sound 3. Achieving an interaction and that both the student AND trainer has enjoyed Challenging Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma students to be the best they can be revolves around great classroom management, engaging teaching-learning activities and a disciplined approach to teaching. A difficult and some would say impossible task. Workshop outcomes: You will learn how to: • Use a variety of methods to engage and integrate those from different cultural backgrounds • Set a classroom management structure that best relates to the demographic and psychometric profile of your students • Target working (mature age) learners and non-working learners by using different activities • Keep students motivated so that they: - Arrive to class on time (an often difficult task) - Achieve higher than average attendance rates - Complete assigned homework tasks • Keep students on track with set evaluation tasks • Walk the fine-line between education and entertainment • Survive the VET sector training challenge with humour and sanity. Who would benefit? • Trainers with Certificate IV in Training and Assessment who work with vocational training institutions • Those who recruit and manage trainers for these institutions and need to implement professional development programs • Educators who are transitioning from the University or corporate environment to vocational training Agenda Morning • Who are VET sector learners? • How are they different? • Expectations from learners / expectations from educators • Generating discussion • Classroom management • The power of story Afternoon • Motivational activities for VET sector learners • Using technology to motivate: practice with a laptop report • The power of the quiz: practice • Evaluating to motivate, not to drain • Using resources and limits on use • Hands-on activities About the presenter Phil Dye As an APM Training Institute head lecturer in Public Relations and Business, Phil has trained thousands of vocational students to communicate more effectively. He was voted ‘Trainer of the year’ by APM students in 2006. As a corporate trainer, Phil has worked with some of the world’s largest companies such as Oracle, Vivendi and HSBC to help them communicate more effectively. Current local clients include Salmat, Ricoh, Crown Castle International and Computer Associates, with his most popular workshops being ‘Better Business Writing’ and ‘Media Interview Training’. As a journalist and social commentator, Phil has written on topics as diverse as fatherhood, the role of the mass media in society and corporate citizenship. He is a regular contributor to the Melbourne Age and Sydney Morning Herald opinion pages and his first book, (‘The Father Lode’), was published in 1998 by Allen and Unwin. His next book, ‘101 ways to improve your business writing’ was published in 2004. Venue Cliftons Level 1, 80 King William St Timing Adelaide 7th June 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

17-Jun-2010	WEBINAR - Social Learning series. Session 5: Evaluating social learning
Social learning landscapes are achieving results in the organizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generate powerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts. The Social Learning series is program of 5 webinars that aims to provide an overview of social learning in organisational contexts, while additionally providing some basic "How-To's" for setting up social software implementations. Session 1: What is Social learning? •    Where does it sit in the eLearning context? •    Who uses social learning? •    Why use social learning? •    Is it applicable to organisational learning situations Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms Blogs, wikis, RSS and more! This webinar reviews current technologies and their application in a social learning context. •    What do I use and when? •    Is it secure? •    Guidelines for selecting appropriate tools Session 3: Designing social learning It's not about the technology - it's about the learning. •    The underpinning principles of social learning theories •    What sort of courses / content is most appropriate? •    How do I re-configure existing content? •    Do I need still need a facilitator? Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks The social learning network is designed to augment group interactions and create shared spaces for collaboration, social connections and aggregated information. •    User-experience design - how to apply it •    How to design action-oriented processes •    Building an architecture of participation Session 5: Evaluating social learning Both the formal learning outcomes and the social networking results demonstrate a significant positive impact for the organisation. •    How do you measure social learning outcomes? •    How do you evaluate formal learning outcomes in a social learning context? •    How do to report the results to the business? The webinar platform utilised for this series is provided by CiscoWebex Presented by Anne Bartlett-Brag, PhD candidate, MEd (Adult Ed), BEd (Adult Ed), Dip HRM, Dip e-Learning, Cert IV TAA. Anne specialises in the creation of innovative communication networks and learning environments with social media. Her design for the first national mentoring program (MentorNet) for young women entrepreneurs in 2007, developed entirely in social media - was a finalist in the Forrester Groundswell awards in 2008. Anne in the Managing Director of Headshify Presented by Shelley Gibb, B.Bus in Human Resource Management, Dip. e-Learning Shelley is a community manager and online moderator for Headshift in a number of active communities. She is currently studying a Masters Degree in Adult Education at the University of Technology, Sydney where socially focussed e-Learning strategies are her key areas of research. Timing Session 1: What is social learning? 16 March 2010 11:00am Session 2: Social learning tools and platforms 30 March 2010 11:00am Session 3: Designing social learning 12 April 2010 3:00pm Session 4: Creating and maintaining social learning networks 13 May 2010 11:00am Session 5: Evaluating social learning 17 June 2010 3:00pm Fees: Individual sessions AITD members $65.00 incl of GST Non-members $80.00 incl of GST Book all 5 sessions! AITD members $300.00 incl of GST Non-members $375.00 incl of GST

25-Jun-2010	VIC - Revitalising Staff Induction Programs 1 day workshop
REVITALISING STAFF INDUCTION PROGRAMS Transforming the induction process into an engaging employee-centred experience Engage and retain your new employees from the start with an effective employee-centred induction program.  Based upon the practices of effective employee-centred induction programs, this workshop will explore proven methods and techniques to transform your induction into an experience that will make your new employees feel valued, engaged, motivated and prepared! This practical workshop is designed for training managers, training administrators or coordinators, trainers and supervisors who are responsible for or wanting to design and facilitate an employee-centred induction process for an organisation or business unit. As part of this workshop, you'll receive tools, templates, and checklists to assist in the design or redesign of your orientation program. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Design/re-design your induction process - Identify and prioritise key induction content - Apply employee-centred Induction strategies that make new hires feel welcome, valued and prepared. - Create simple cost-effective induction activities and exercises that engage learners and increase retention Agenda Plan the Induction Process Apply Employee-centred Induction Principles Select Induction content, methods and activities Develop simple, cost-effective accelerated learning activities Presented by Stephen McGarrigle Stephen is Team Development & Training Manager at Dreamworld/WhiteWater World and has been facilitating innovative learning and development opportunities for the past 17 years in the corporate, community and government sectors.  A self confessed accelerated, experiential and action learning junkie, he is committed to making learning fun, engaging and learner-centered.  In his current role as the Team Development and Training Manager for the multi-award winning Dreamworld theme park and the newly created Whitewater World, Stephen is responsible for the design, facilitation and continuous improvement of learning and development strategies for over 1,000 team members in all facets of park operation.  Prior to joining Dreamworld he has held a number of Senior Learning and Development positions including the creator and Manager of the Young Leader’s Australia program, Associate Director of Learning & Development for Radio Lollipop Australia and the Training and Recruitment Manager for an international sales and marketing company. Venue Cliftons Level 2, 440 Collins St, Melbourne Timing Melbourne 25th June 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided   Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.

28-Jun-2010	QLD - Advanced Facilitation Skills 1 day workshop
ADVANCED FACILITATION SKILLS Designed for experienced trainers who want to extend existing skills and take their training effectiveness to the next level Are you finding that your learners rely on you for all the answers? Do you have difficulty managing the behaviour of some groups or individuals? Would you like to be more successful at structured activities like games, role plays and case studies? Many trainers begin their career developing the skills to deliver instruction in a learning environment but soon look for alternatives. They begin to move towards other structured learning activities that are more learner-centred but find the skills of instruction are quite different from the skills of facilitating these kinds of learning events. Workshop outcomes You will learn how to: - Plan and navigate a facilitation learning event - Respond to unforeseen changes in group or individual behaviour and outcomes - Respond to unhealthy competition, collusion, withdrawal, domination and criticism - Manage boundaries and ensure behaviour is within limits of tolerance - Use micro skills (incl. noticing, internally processing and controlling emotions) - Use macro skills (incl. intervening, confronting, and emoting) Agenda Is it about the journey or the destination? - a Pilot’s guide to facilitation - Establishing the destination - Planning the journey Contracting for facilitation - Managing ‘client’ expectations and interventions - Engaging with participants and setting boundaries - Permission – the secret power Changing course mid-flight - Around or through the storms? - Behaviour challenges - The Magic formula Skills development - Multiple intelligences and facilitation skills development - Practicing micro-skills for facilitators - Practicing macro-skills - Structured activities with games, role plays and case studies Presented by Kevin Lohan Kevin Lohan has been facilitating learning since 1985. You might have read his regular column in the AITD journal or the world class award-winning book ‘Creating Training Miracles’ that he wrote with Alastair Rylatt. He’s been an AITD member for 20 years and has shared his insights about training and learning with hundreds of other educators. Kevin has won many awards including international training awards and speaks at conferences around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn with Kevin and other colleagues in this engaging workshop. Venue Cliftons Level 23, 288 Edward St Timing Brisbane 28 June 2010 9:00am-4:30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided Fees Member fee: $500 (incl of GST) Non-member fee: $620 (incl of GST) Group booking rate (3 or more) $430 (incl of GST). Email jenni.noble@aitd.com.au to register your group.