Post on 11-Feb-2017
Background:
In order to provide training that will teach people skills found in the
interpersonal domain, you need the proper instructional materials or you
may end up in a situation .Where do you start? Do you create your own
instructional materials or do you use pre-existing materials? How do you
decide what materials to select? There are a variety of instructional materials
to choose from and many options to consider when developing your own.
This lesson will provide you with some strategies to consider when selecting
or creating instructional materials for teaching interpersonal domain skills.
This lesson consists of five sections: 1. an overview of the strategies for developing instructional materials 2. strategies for developing the instructional content 3. strategies for media selection 4. lesson summary 5. practice session 6. assessment
Learning Objective
Upon completion of this lesson:
• Given the task of developing a course designed to teach interpersonal skills, the learner will be able to list the strategies for developing instructional materials that target the interpersonal domain. This will be measured by the completion of the assessment at the end of the lesson.
In addition, the learner will also be able to:
• List strategies for developing instructional content • Name considerations when selecting instructional materials
Domain:
Since the interpersonal domain has to do with the relationships between
people, the instructional materials should allow for interaction. The key to
success is practice, practice, practice! Be sure to build in plenty of
opportunities for the learner to apply the concepts you are presenting.
Content: The content should include assessment activities to
measure learning, along with identifying tasks, sequencing,
and practice skills. One method of development is to build
the instructional materials with the end results in mind.
What knowledge or understanding do you want the learner
to develop? How will learning be evidenced? The materials
should identify the learning performance standards as these
performances guide the design of the activities.
Cons:
These are just some of the issues that you will face
when developing instructional materials for the
interpersonal domain. For a look at the development
phase from a broader perspective as Development
Stage
We are now going to look at different choices to be
made when developing the content for instructional
materials for the interpersonal domain and some
strategies that you may use in the media selection
process.
Strategies for Developing Content:
When developing content, provide
contextualizing elements (collaboration, role
play, case studies) that permit for multiple and
varied perspectives. Contextualizing also helps
link ideas to prior knowledge. Learners bring
experience that is unique to their cultural and
ethnic backgrounds. In addition, motivation and
decision making should be built in to the
materials being developed. Develop the
materials so that the instructor is not built into
the process. This permits the greatest flexibility
Strategies for Developing Content II:
When developing or modifying instructional materials for the interpersonal
domain, the instructor should ask these questions:
1. What is my instructional strategy? This would include learner
analysis, identification of goals & objectives, sequencing of events,
delivery modes (i.e., self-paced, instructor-led, etc.) and assessment
tools.
2. What budget do I have available? This would include not only the
cost of developing or adapting existing materials, but the cost of
maintaining the instructional materials over time.
3. What resources will I have on hand? Keep in mind both your
resources and ability to create the instructional materials as well as the
resources and ability of the instructor and learner to use these
materials. Is the technology accessible, flexible, or difficult to learn?
Instructional Elements: Once you have a general plan in mind, you can begin developing and
gathering the materials for your instruction. Since you are developing
instructional materials for the interpersonal domain, you should look for
materials that engage the learner in interpersonal activities. Instructional and
assessment activities should draw upon the following elements, depending
upon the goals and objectives of the course:
• peer-sharing • group activities • interpersonal interactions • team games • questionnaires, surveys, and activities which require gathering input
from others • cooperative learning • leadership activities • peer activities such as counseling and tutoring
Instructional Elements II:
When selecting or creating instructional materials
assess whether or not the content provides for such
elements. If not, the material may not be appropriate
for developing interpersonal skills.
Identifying Skills to Develop: When developing the content you should assess the
skills that are likely to be developed by using the
instructional materials that you have created or
selected. The material should be designed to develop
these skills, depending upon the goals and objectives:
• listening skills • person-to-person communication • giving and receiving feedback • leadership • teamwork and cooperation • conflict resolution
Strategies for Media Selection: When developing your instructional materials you
will need to consider your media options. This
section will provide you with some strategies to help
you make the right choice for your needs.
Chart
Benefits Considerations Examples
Simulations
permits independence in learning process contextualizes content can provide multiple perspectives develops critical thinking skills
can be expensive feedback important to success
File:Diffusion-sim-game.png Visit [Diffusion Simulation Game]
Training Games
highly motivational encourages teamwork uses problem solving skills develops communication skills
may require extensive preparation flexibility important
File:Cash-game.png Visit [Thiagi's Training Games]
Role Playing
introduces real world situations promotes understanding of other positions emphasizes working together provides
difficult with large groups can require extensive guidance to be effective
File:Role-play.png Visit [Effective & Ineffective Interpersonal Communication Role Play]
opportunities to give & receive feedback
Interactive Games
highly motivational engages learner develops strategical thinking skills
best with individuals or small groups may require support materials to ensure learning
File:Mediation-flash-title.jpg Visit [The Mediator]
Video
great for large groups provides for safe observation can include real life situations can develop critical thinking
technology requirements difficult to adapt need discussion & practice opportunities
File:Interpersonal-lecture-sample.png Visit [Power of Non Verbal Communication]
Web Sites
many available resources multiple perspectives represented can provide for silent reflection
technology requirements quality varies greatly requires self-motivation need to provide interaction opportunities
File:Seven-challenges.png Visit [The Seven Challenges Workbook]
Job Aids
provides for rapid instruction inexpensive can use with any size group provides opportunities for self-assessment
good as a support tool need practice opportunities to ensure transfer
File:Communication-job-aid.png Visit [Speak for Yourself]
Interpersonal Domain:
When developing instructional materials designed to
target the interpersonal domain, one must take into
account several considerations. The instructor should
begin by analyzing what the learner should know at
the end of the course and how that learning will be
demonstrated. In addition, the instructor should also
consider:
• the instructional strategy • the costs involved in development and maintenance of the
instructional materials • the skills the instructor and learner possess • the resources available
Materials:
Since the materials are being developed for
skills within the interpersonal domain, the
materials should permit for peer-sharing, group
activities, and interpersonal interactions. The
materials should target communication skills,
leadership, and cooperation.
Selection:
The selection of media is another important
component to address when developing instructional
materials for the interpersonal domain. Certain media
permit for different learning opportunities. For
example, role playing encourages working together
and provides the learners with an opportunity to give
and receive feedback. However, like any media you
may select, there are considerations you need to keep
in mind. While role playing does have benefits, it can
be difficult to implement in large classroom
situations. The chart within this lesson was designed
to assist the instructor with the process of selecting
the appropriate media for his/her particular needs.