April Monthly Program
Revisiting Our Roots: Best Practices in Learning that are Still Effective Today
This month’s program revisits our best practices from our deep-rooted history of facilitating learning in the classroom and an examination of application in today’s world of an expanded buffet of offerings and options.
We will explore tried and true fundamental classroom techniques, knowledge of the needs of the adult learner and the skills of an effective facilitator. These were developed over the last twenty plus years and still apply (even with some creative modifications) in today’s learning atmosphere – both in the classroom and online.
You will experience the live techniques during this session and have tangible takeaways that you can implement right away, whether you facilitate classroom learning, online environments or are responsible for instructional design. Don’t miss this facilitator-led session with table engagement as you enhance your skills in the areas of delivery of content, engaging the learner, being an effective facilitator and creating an ideal environment for learning.
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ASTD Competency Model:
The Areas of Expertise defined by the ASTD Competency Model include ten critical factors needed to be a successful workplace learning professional. (Click on the model to see details.)
This month’s chapter event focuses on “Training Delivery.” The program supports the “Business Skills” foundational competency.
About our Speaker:
Mark Thompson is an entrepreneur and operates three enterprises: Mark Of Excellence, Excellence In Ceremonies, and Excellence in Leadership.
Excellence In Leadership offers development programs for mid-managers and new leaders. Other services include group facilitation, and individualized coaching sessions for leaders. Mark provides seasoned, practical experience as an Organizational Development Consultant.
Mark is a Life-Cycle Celebrant. With Excellence In Ceremonies, Mark partners with individuals, families, couples, and organizations to mark life’s milestones by creating meaningful and creative ways to celebrate and mark personal achievement, transitions, and life events with personalized ceremonies. He’s a Womb To Tomb Ceremony Specialist – baby naming to funerals and anything in-between.
With Mark Of Excellence Enterprises, Mark delivers development programs including a nine-hour program for new and lay trainers.
Mark has played in the HR arena for twenty five years. His titles include: Training Specialist, Learning and Development Manager, HR Business Partner, and Organizational Development Consultant.
Mark is very involved in our community. He is on the Speaker’s Bureau for JAX 2025, Jacksonville’s Visioning initiative. He is a two-year Delegate with the Jacksonville Public Education Fund. He recently served as the Chair of the Curriculum Development Committee for Duval County Public Schools new Parent Academy.
Mark is also a long standing Make-A-Wish volunteer. Mark is a native of Jacksonville, father of three and granddaddy to one.
Date and Time:
Thursday, April 17, 2014
11:30 AM to 11:45 AM: Check-in and Networking
11:45 AM to 1:15 PM: Lunch and Program
Location:
Maggiano's, St. John's Town Center
Attire: Business Casual
Fees:
Gold Chapter Members Complimentary
Chapter Members $25.00
Non Members $30.00
Online registration for this meeting closes at 5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 15th, 2014.
Walk-ins: A $5.00 surcharge for unregistered walk-ins will apply to both members and non-members.
Online registration requires payment by MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, or PayPal. If you need to arrange for an alternate payment method, call the Chapter Administrator at (904) 356-9008.
Can't Show? Please, Let Us Know! We understand that plans change. To cancel your reservation, email admin@astdnefl.org or call (904) 356-9008. Program cancellations must be received prior to 5:00 pm three business days before the event (unless otherwise noted) to receive a full refund. Cancellation deadlines may be extended for special events.
ADA Notice: The Northeast Florida ASTD chapter strives to make all of our programs accessible to people with disabilities or special needs as defined under the ADA. If you require special assistance or accommodation to fully participate in this event, please contact us at admin@astdnefl.org, at least two weeks prior the planned program so that we may discuss your specific needs.
Media Notice: Chapter representatives may take photos or video at this event for use in print and/or digital communications. By attending, you agree that ASTD NEFL may use your name and image and/or comments made at this event in all forms and media for education, promotion, and any other lawful purposes.
