Training of Trainers

The MHM public service journalism curriculum

The following curriculum is designed for journalists who want to improve their skills, and for journalism trainers to adapt and use.
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Evaluating the impact of training

The evaluation process at the end of a media training session begins the moment you are engaged by the media organisation you are being asked to help because this is when you know the expectations and deliverables.
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Tool: Training of Trainers (ToT)

Training of Trainers (ToT) courses are designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to train others.
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Designing a media training plan

A well-designed media training plan could make the difference between the success and the failure of a media business.
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Wanted, your media know-how

Have you got any journalism expertise that you are willing to share with others? If so, please get in touch.
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Build your own journalism training course

Editors who want to improve their news output and raise the professionalism of their staff now have access to free training materials.
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Training needs assessment

Thorough research is the essential if you are to deliver high-impact media training. Never accept a brief from media managers without question - they could be wrong and often are.
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What it takes to be a media trainer

Media trainers must have recent, valid experience of all they teach. They will not earn the respect of course participants if they can't relate to the issues they face.

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The value of audience research

Knowing your audience and understanding the issues they face are essential factors in developing a compelling editorial proposition.

Unconscious bias and journalism

Bias is a prejudice or favour for or against an individual or group. It is often an inaccurate and unfair judgement. We are all biased. It’s normal, although it is not desirable.