1. SPECIFY THE BIG PICTURE
- Specify the external goal. Also, specify metrics for measuring the results.
- Analyze the performance system. Identify the performance gap and establish that training is the appropriate intervention. Identify supporting HPT interventions.
- Specify the context. Identify resources, constraints, schedules, number of participants and other administrative details related to training.
2. DESIGN FIRST MODULE
- Identify a module. Select a self-contained part of the training package.
- Construct a test. Develop authentic test items for measuring the achievement of the module objectives.
- Retrieve. Collect existing content and usable activity templates.
- Align activities with content. Design activities that require and reward interacting with the content.
- Align three key components. Ensure that activities, content, and test items are aligned with each other.
3. REPEAT WITH OTHER MODULES
- Identify and list other modules. Make sure you have listed all necessary and sufficient modules for achieving the performance goal.
- Repeat, repeat. Repeat the module design steps as needed.
4. ASSEMBLE THE TRAINING PACKAGE
- Integrate. Collect all modules into a training package.
- Deliver mindfully. Deliver, evaluate, revise, and repeat.
- Let go. Train other people to deliver the training. Revise on the basis of their feedback.
- Design supporting interventions. Remove obstacles and add reinforcement.
- Keep on Improving. Continue updating and upgrading the training package (until you die).