Training activity information
Details
Plan and deliver training for a bioinformatics service development
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Standards of proficiency
- Documentation of training
- Feedback on training
- Local procedures for competency
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- Who is the target audience for this training? What are the key learning objectives for the training session?
- How will you develop your skills in planning and delivering effective training? What factors contribute to successful knowledge transfer?
- Will you identify the training needs of the target audience? Will you develop training materials and activities? Have you discussed the training content and delivery method with your training officer?
In action
- What is the bioinformatics service development you are providing training for? Who is your target audience? What are your learning objectives for the training? How are you planning and delivering the training (e.g., content, methods, materials)?
- Are you effectively planning the training content and delivery? Are you engaging the trainees during the delivery? Are you observing any signs of understanding or areas of confusion?
- Are you adjusting your explanations or approach based on the trainees’ responses or questions? Are you managing your time effectively during the training session? Are you prepared to address unexpected issues or questions?
On action
- Describe the bioinformatics service development for which you planned and delivered training. Who was your target audience for the training? Summarise the key content and methods you used in your training session(s).
- What did you learn about the process of planning and delivering effective training? How did you tailor your training content and delivery to the needs of your audience? Were there any unexpected questions or areas of difficulty for the trainees? What did you learn from their responses? How did your approach to planning and delivery (‘reflect-in-action’) influence the effectiveness of the training? How does the ability to plan and deliver training contribute to the successful adoption and use of bioinformatics service developments?
- What aspects of training planning and delivery do you want to improve? How can you better assess training needs and evaluate training effectiveness in the future? What specific actions / ‘next steps’ will you now take to enhance your training skills? What support or resources might you need to further develop your instructional design and presentation skills?
Beyond action
- Have you planned and delivered other training sessions? How did your experience in this training activity influence your approach to training delivery?
- What were the key elements you considered when planning and delivering the training for this training activity?
- How has your confidence and expertise in delivering training for bioinformatics developments grown since this activity?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 6 |
Outcome
Prepare and deliver training to end-users for developments in bioinformatics services. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Practice in accordance with relevant standards and guidance. |