Abstract

When using small groups, be sure to consider group composition. Purposeful grouping can be powerful as a tool to achieve desired outcomes from training sessions. This effective practice comes from Mosaica's newsletter, TrainingBriefs (November 1997, no. 4).

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Issue

Offering quality training sessions to AmeriCorps members and service volunteers.

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Action

According to Maximizing Training with Small Groups, purposeful grouping can be a powerful tool to...

• Strengthen the sense of team
• Create cohesive identity across several sites
• Respond to diverse individual backgrounds or skill levels
• Encourage teaching among members
• Keep participants energized

When developing training of this kind, consider the following:

• Experiences, needs, and skill levels of members
• Needs and objectives of the training session
• How each session fits into an overall training strategy

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Citation

Mosaica's TrainingBriefs. (November 1997). no. 4. Washington, DC: Corporation for National and Community Service.

TrainingBriefs were produced by Mosaica under Cooperative Agreement #98CADC009 with the Corporation for National and Community Service during July of 1997 through October of 1999.

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Resources

Maximizing Training with Small Groups includes several activities useful for programs during trainings.

Starting Strong: A Guide to Pre-Service Training

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Related Practices

• Assessing and addressing member training needs
• Using small groups to maximize training

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