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Laura Nagy

This edition of *TD* magazine features theme articles focused on My Career. Other articles explore artificial intelligence, mentorship, train-the-trainer programs, and much more.

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May 2025 - TD Magazine

TD Magazine Article

Three of the same trainer (each larger in size from left to right) hold a screen with one hand and point with the other. On each of the three screens is the same trainer, still pointing.

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Establish a sustainable instructor development program and a feedback culture to transform your training programs.

Trainers Need Training Too

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Sample Instructor Evaluation Checklist [a rubric] Name
Date
Course
Directions: For each item, designate it as either Yes, No, NI (needs improvement), or NA (not applicable).
Yes
No
NI
NA Introduction
1. Displayed title of the training topic
2. Gave proper instructor introduction
3. Connected material to the broader framework of the course
4. Explained terminal/enabling learning objectives to the learners
5. Encouraged active participation in learning
Presentation
1. Personalized lesson plan
2. Had delivery platform and materials prepared for training
3. Presented technical accuracy
4. Taught from the major teaching points
5. Did NOT read from the lesson plan
6. Transitioned and linked material effectively
7. Used effective questioning techniques
8. Used training aid
9. Maintained proper eye contact
10. Displayed enthusiasm
11. Effectively used gestures
12. Maintained a positive, professional attitude
13. Used time efficiently
14. Avoided distracting mannerisms
15. Effectively used communication skills
16. Maintained flexibility
17. Used personal experiences to positively enhance material
18. Explained material clearly
Instructor-Learner Interaction
1. Encouraged learner participation
2. Maintained learner engagement
3. Assessed learner comprehension
4. Established/maintained proper instructor-learner relationship
Summary
1. Connected objectives to the lesson
2. Summarized lesson effectively
3. Questions assessed learner understanding

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May 2025 TD Mag - Feature 5 Chart 1

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