Training of Trainers

Free training advice for those involved in designing and delivering training courses for journalists and media managers, often referred to as TOT (Training of Trainers). All the articles have been produced by professional trainers. See our site map to scroll down the complete list of ToT articles.

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International media training

Those invited to help the media overseas need to ensure that the training they offer is continually refreshed in order to stay relevant and useful.

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How media assistance could improve

Trainers have as much to learn as they have to give. That’s the message to those offering media assistance in transition and post-conflict countries from some of those on the receiving end.

Media training requirements

For international media training to be successful, tried, tested and proven case studies from a similar region are needed.

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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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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Gap analysis in media training

'Gap analysis' is an essential part of any 'training of trainers' (ToT) programme because it helps identify the specific needs of participants.

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The qualities required for media training

A trainer must not shout at participants or get into loud arguments. They must not make those attending their courses feel small or humiliate them.

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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.