An effective way of learning

1. An effective way of learning

2. What is Microtraining? • Microtraining is a smart way of conveying information between people in only 15 minutes. • Microtraining is a time-saving method for sharing knowledge and using the expertise of everyone in the organization. • Microtraining provides an informal way of learning and works as an updater and knowledge enhancer. You can microtrain anywhere in the organisation, anytime and with anyone!

3. What are the advantages? • Microtraining is brief and flexible • Microtraining allows you to gain time • Microtraining saves costs • Microtraining improves communication • Microtraining connects knowledge levels • Microtraining uses everyone’s expertise • Microtraining creates clarity about what expertise is missing • Microtraining creates involvement

4. Learning principles Microtraining was developed with three learning principles in mind that ensure effective and efficient learning: • Support of informal learning processes • Focus is on the participants • Encouragement of active learning

5. Active start (3 min) Exercise(6 min) Discussion (4 min) How to continue (2 min) How does it work? A Microtraining session is a short gathering of about 15 minutes, which is structured in the following way:

6. A Microtraining cycle Main topic Sub-topic sessions Closure session Introduction session etc. • A Microtraining cycle consists of several sessions focusing on sub-topics with which the complete topic can be covered. • The introduction session is designed to get the discussion started. • The closure session connects to the next cycle of sessions focusing on a new topic.

7. How do you do it? • - Communicate the goal of the session. • Start with a mental activity e.g. thinking, reflecting, organizing • and comparing. Active start (3 min) • Connect with different learning styles by using a combination • of pictures, sounds and text. • Stimulate the learning process by giving concrete examples. Exercise(6 min) • - Let the participants ask questions. • - Ensure effective, direct and positive feedback. • Stimulate both discussion and knowledge sharing between participants. • Check if all participants really understand the content by asking questions. Discussion (4 min) • What are the topics we will discuss during the next meeting(s)? • Discuss how to retain the knowledge. • Stimulate involvement and ensure participants leave with a clear goal. How to continue (2 min)

8. Techniques used in Microtraining Role plays Questionnaires / fill-in forms Exercises Presentation Brainstorming

9. Microtraining for sustainability Microtraining contributes to three important conditions for a successful change towards sustainability: • It involves employees in sustainability • It stimulates collaboration between colleagues and departments • It is using the organization’s learning potential

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11. Further information For further information visit our homepage: http://microtraining-support.eu/ or contact: Mariette Overschie Delft University of Technology Jaffalaan 5, 2628 BX Delft The Netherlands Phone (work): +3115 278 5505 Phone (mobile): +31 6 4840 7999 Email: m.g.f.overschie@tudelft.nl