Hi, my boss has asked me to conduct a 1-hour training session for about 100 people (in batches, of course) for all the employees in the organization. This will test my skills in presentations and content.
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Can you guys please help in collating information, like any PowerPoint presentations for English speaking? Their grammar is pretty bad, and the management "wishes" to refine it! Can you think of any games that we can play during the session that will not only be in line with the topic of discussion but will also make the session lively, interactive, interesting, and engaging?
The age group of the employees is between 30-50, and the level is medium. I am confused as to where to start. I know that if it's too theoretical, I will put them to sleep!
Please help.
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From India, Mumbai
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Can you guys please help in collating information, like any PowerPoint presentations for English speaking? Their grammar is pretty bad, and the management "wishes" to refine it! Can you think of any games that we can play during the session that will not only be in line with the topic of discussion but will also make the session lively, interactive, interesting, and engaging?
The age group of the employees is between 30-50, and the level is medium. I am confused as to where to start. I know that if it's too theoretical, I will put them to sleep!
Please help.
Regards.
From India, Mumbai
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What is the purpose of this training? From your first statement, it appears as though it is to test your "skill at presentations and content."
Please state the batch size of your sessions. You cannot have a proper interactive training session for large groups.
Are you trying to improve their grammar? If so, one session will not be enough.
Until we know the aim and objectives, it's not possible to give you concrete advice.
Have a nice day.
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Simhan
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1639Please state the batch size of your sessions. You cannot have a proper interactive training session for large groups.
Are you trying to improve their grammar? If so, one session will not be enough.
Until we know the aim and objectives, it's not possible to give you concrete advice.
Have a nice day.
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Simhan
From United Kingdom
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Actually, it's both. The team wants to know if I can conduct a training session for the employees. They also want to assess how these employees will respond, especially since this group will be small, like a mock session.
I understand that one session is not sufficient because grammar is a never-ending, ongoing process.
This session will primarily help the "big boss" gain insight into the entire training experience: the trainer, participants, content, and delivery.
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Avanti
From India, Mumbai
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I understand that one session is not sufficient because grammar is a never-ending, ongoing process.
This session will primarily help the "big boss" gain insight into the entire training experience: the trainer, participants, content, and delivery.
Thanks,
Avanti
From India, Mumbai
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Presenting English grammar to a batch of individuals aged 30-50 is not going to be easy. You might find videos on the English language and basic worksheets that can be completed and discussed during the session. You can also do a presentation on the common mistakes made and how to avoid them. That would be more interesting than starting with the basics. It's just a suggestion
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Training for Non-Native English Speakers
Plan for the training:
• All attendees will introduce themselves in English.
• Provide books or newspapers and ask participants to read aloud.
• Assign topics to the trainees, allowing them 5 minutes to prepare and 1 minute to speak on the given topic.
• Encourage them to carry a dictionary, learn 5 new words daily, and write down the words with their meanings. Investing in a good dictionary is important.
• Instruct them to read an English newspaper or book aloud for 15-20 minutes daily at home.
• Incorporate English songs or videos and engage them with questions related to the content.
• Have them watch English news daily (e.g., NDTV 24/7).
• Initiate discussions and debates on interesting topics.
• Assign presentations on specific topics, with subsequent sessions requiring trainees to present without the aid of notes.
• Show English movies with subtitles.
This structure can be implemented at the beginning of the training sessions.
From India, Vadodara
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Plan for the training:
• All attendees will introduce themselves in English.
• Provide books or newspapers and ask participants to read aloud.
• Assign topics to the trainees, allowing them 5 minutes to prepare and 1 minute to speak on the given topic.
• Encourage them to carry a dictionary, learn 5 new words daily, and write down the words with their meanings. Investing in a good dictionary is important.
• Instruct them to read an English newspaper or book aloud for 15-20 minutes daily at home.
• Incorporate English songs or videos and engage them with questions related to the content.
• Have them watch English news daily (e.g., NDTV 24/7).
• Initiate discussions and debates on interesting topics.
• Assign presentations on specific topics, with subsequent sessions requiring trainees to present without the aid of notes.
• Show English movies with subtitles.
This structure can be implemented at the beginning of the training sessions.
From India, Vadodara
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It's a good opportunity for you. The first and foremost thing is that the grammar topic cannot be on your agenda as you only have one hour. Therefore, it would be better if you provide them with a uniform direction on how to speak English. Instead of making them speak in one hour, you should act as a catalyst by giving them good ideas and motivating them in a way that English seems like a simple language that they can speak.
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Raajesh Tandon
From India, Bharat
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Raajesh Tandon
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Hi Asgokhale,
Presenting English grammar to a group aged 30-50 is not going to be easy. You might find videos on the English language and basic worksheets that can be completed and discussed during the session.
From India, Hyderabad
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Presenting English grammar to a group aged 30-50 is not going to be easy. You might find videos on the English language and basic worksheets that can be completed and discussed during the session.
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I suggest, first of all, that you do a quick Training Needs Analysis. Try to find out which are the weakest points of grammar and the most common errors. Do not focus solely on the grammar itself, but on how it is used and how it aids communication. Focus on the function rather than the form. In this way, you can set up games, exercises, etc. People may know the grammar rules, but if they are not able to apply them in context, it becomes ineffective. I suggest you also present a plan for continuing the learning. Good luck!
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Stephanie
From United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Stephanie
From United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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