ITTINTERNATIONALTRAINING OF TRAINERS

24 July 2016 – 31 July 2016 Jambville Castle, France

THE INTERNATIONAL TRAINING OF TRAINERS

The context in which many Scout Associations operate, demonstrates an increased need for improving individual and collective competencies of all adults in Scouting. Supporting National Scout Associations to continuously review their training systems according to modern training principles is a key step in achieving that. Simultaneously, the diversity of societal demands affecting adults that volunteer in Scouting raises the need to continuously review and adapt training methods and processes.

In a nutshell, opportunities will be provided for associations to exchange, test and innovate whilst offering each participant opportunities for personal development. Overall, the ITT will enable the strengthening of links between associations and enable the discovery of new approaches and paradigms in World Scouting.

GOAL

The ITT aims at enabling experienced trainers to master the abilities of a training organiser, from designing to operating training systems, in the context of their respective scout association’s orientation and actual issues, having/keeping as an ultimate goal the training and development of adults in Scouting.

OUTCOMES

After attending the course participants will be able to:• Develop the concept, principles and process of training ;• Develop a training system using the principles and methods of

modern training;• Explore and experiment the World Adults in Scouting Policy

and the Global Support System approach.

AREAS THAT CAN BE TACKLE DURING THE TRAINING

a. Developing Adults in Scouting• Principles of Adults in Scouting• Designing and implementing management systems for Adults

in Scoutingb. Conducting training needs assessment

• Objectives and performance• Assessment and analysis of training needs

c. Designing training systems• Training needs analysis• Fundamentals of training strategy• Designing training programmes• Linear systems and modular systems• Training modules and units• Recognition of prior learning• Blended learning programmess• External training opportunities

d. Planning for training• Adult learning theory• Managing and administrating training• Team selection and development• Training roles and functions

e. Implementing and evaluating training• Learning styles and presentation mechanics• Evaluation methods and tools• 4 levels of evaluation• Training follow-up and ongoing training

f. Global Support• GSAT and capacity strengthening• Stakeholder analysis• Support plan and certification

METHODS The programme will focus on action research and experiential learning in small groups in order to address the different programme areas. This will be supported by theoretical contributions by the training team.

Before enrolment participants will be requested to identify a strategic level project within the context of their association that will be implemented as a direct result of this course.

Historically, the STIF, French speaking International Training of Trainers (called Stage International de Formation) provided scout associations with trained leaders that were able to develop/elaborate strategies for adult training.

Over the years this course, now called ITT, has focused on supporting leaders looking to develop strategies for adult training and education in National Scout Associations.

TARGET AUDIENCECommissioners, Leaders and professional staff responsible for developing and implementing training strategies (e.g. Adult Resources Commissioners, Youth Programme and Training Commissioners, other National Commissioners).

REQUIREMENTS• Participants will have already achieved Assistant Leader

Trainer level in their association (or equivalent) and have five years of experience

• They are familiar with the principles of training systems and training techniques

• Ability to work and speak in good quality French or English

Attendance on this training is accepted upon endorsement of your National Adult Resources Commissioner or National Training Commissioner and International Commissioner of your National Scout Association.

Training certification, stating training outcomes and individual performance, will be issued by SGDF and WOSM. Training recognition is the responsibility of the sponsoring National Scout Associations.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Location of TrainingCentre National de Formation des Scouts et Guides de FranceChâteau de Jambville - 78440 JAMBVILLE - +33 (0)1.34.75.40.84

Cost of course537 euros per person (without transportation)

Registrations and information

Intentions of participation should be communicated by email no later than 15th May 2016.

No more than two registrations by Association will be accepted.

internationaltraining@sgdf.frPhone: +33 (0)1.44.52.37.35

Scouts et Guides de FranceTraining and International departments

65 rue de la Glacière – 75013 Paris