Course Overview
The Infosyte ICT Essentials Series (ICES) Train The Trainer is a specialized training track designed for technical experts seeking to become Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs). This course moves beyond technical “know-how” to focus on “show-how.” Participants will master the art of adult learning (Andragogy), classroom management, and high-impact technical demonstrations. The program culminates in a formal “Teach-Back” session where candidates are evaluated against the five core Microsoft instructional domains.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Apply Adult Learning Theory: Tailor technical content to diverse learning styles and professional backgrounds.
- Master Technical Delivery: Conduct seamless live demonstrations and utilize whiteboarding effectively.
- Manage Learning Environments: Facilitate engaging discussions and manage challenging classroom behaviors in physical, virtual, and hybrid settings.
- Design Assessments: Implement formative and summative assessments to verify learner competence.
- Meet MCT Standards: Demonstrate the 5-domain competency required to earn the ISCP certificate for MCT enrollment.
Methodology
This course employs a Blended Experiential Learning approach:
- Interactive Lectures: Short, high-energy theory sessions.
- Role-Playing: Simulating real-world classroom scenarios and “difficult student” interactions.
- Peer Coaching: Collaborative feedback loops after every exercise.
- Video-Assisted Review: (Optional) Recording segments of delivery for self-critique.
- The “Teach-Back”: A high-stakes, 20-minute formal presentation evaluated by a lead instructor.
Target Audience
- Aspiring MCTs: Technical professionals needing an ISCP-validated certificate to join the Microsoft Certified Trainer program.
- Current Trainers: Experienced instructors looking to align their skills with the latest Microsoft instructional standards.
