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TOT 143
WEEK 143
Map Technique
Trainers can use the Map Technique to make their sessions stress free and also very effective.
They structure the session well before hand very neatly, and, by and large follow the same structure even on the training floor.
Basic guiding principles : (i) Topic for consideration
(ii) Available time.
Efficient trainers do not speak anything out of context. They do not speak anything which does not relate to the topic under consideration. They very carefully touch delicately upon related topics if and only if it is necessary . They never transgress into other related topics. They avoid answering questions which do not relate to the topic under consideration. They always keep their focus constantly and parallelly on the topic for consideration and the available time
The following example may be considered :-
Topic – Conflict Time- 30 minutes
| Topic/subtopic | What to do | Time in minutes |
| What is conflict How does conflict arise | Different definitions of conflict and explanation with example as to how conflict arises Ex..( Mother and daughters’ case) | 5 |
| Sources of conflict | Some sources Some examples (…. & …..&…..) | 3 |
| Types of conflict | 2 types- Explanation- One example for each Ex.(….&….) | 3 |
| Management of conflict | How an individual manages conflict without assistance- Asking questions—( to participants) (ii) explanation (iii)Example (……) | 5 |
| Resolution of conflict | How conflict can be resolved through proper assistance Explanation Examples (…..) | 4 |
| Practical | Simulation exercise on conflict resolution | 10 |
Advantages:
Keeping a map will always boost the confidence of the speaker.
Trainer will not have any anxiety as to what needs to be covered .
Trainer will not have anxiety as to whether it would be possible for him/her to cover what is required to be covered in the given time.
This single sheet of paper without lengthy notes etc.. will help the trainer go spontaneously without stumbling.
Professionalism gets demonstrated.
Learning becomes easier for the trainees.
Trainer gets clarity on the direction and destination .
“Be very strong…be very methodical in your life if you want to be a champion.”
Alberto Juantorena – Former Cuban Runner
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Training of Trainers in Mediation 