Teacher Training: a Reference Manual (Peace Corps, 1986, 176 p.): Chapter 1 what a teacher trainer needs to know: Training techniques: 10. Interviews:

Teacher Training: a Reference Manual (Peace Corps, 1986, 176 p.)

Chapter 1 what a teacher trainer needs to know

Training techniques

		(introduction...)
		1. Ice Breaker:
		2. Brainstorming:
		4. Demonstrations:
		5. Games/Simulations/Structured Experiences:
		6. Small Groups (Diads, Triads, and More):
		7. Role Play:
		8. Fishbowl:
		9. Field Trips:
		10. Interviews:
		11. Panels:
		12. Case Studies:
		13. Critical Incidents:
		14. Micro-teaching:
		15. Peer Training:

10. Interviews:

Purpose: To actively involve participants in soliciting information about a particular topic and/or from a particular source.

Description: Interviewing can be done within the training group or used as a method to involve the group in the community where training is taking place, their own school system, or the Ministry of Education. Questions can be designed by the participants to address issues and concerns they may have and would be valuable to the entire group. Participants are able to witness a variety of strategies used by their colleagues to gather and analyze information.

Process:

a. Participants divide into groups.
b. The time period for the exercise is established - either during training time or during an established time outside of training.
c. Participants design their own strategies for asking questions and gathering information.
d. A presentation strategy is discussed and decided upon for presentation of information to the entire group.
e. Information is collected.
f. The information is analyzed and organized and presentations are given.