Training of Trainers

This section contains advice for those involved in designing and delivering training for journalists and media managers. See our site map for all related articles.

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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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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.

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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Basic rules for delivering training

One of the first steps in delivering training is to articulate the ground rules. Participants need to know what to expect and what is expected of them

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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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Developing the potential of your staff

Media training is about investing in people - your staff. They are your most precious resource.

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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.