Educate User Groups Flashcards
Types Of User Groups?
New
Occasional
Regular
Regular Users
Use facility or activities frequently they know what to do but might need a reminder
New Users
Have never used facilities or activities before they will need step by step instructions and clear directions on where facilities are like toilets.
Occassional Users
Only use the facilities infrequently they will need reminders and updates if they havent used for a while
Special needs of user groups include
Older Adults
Children
Disabilities
Learning Difficulties
Cultural background
Linguistics
When presenting to older adults you
need to-
Use suitable language
Handouts & flyers rather than social media
Text and font size need to be suitable for
eye sight issues.
When presenting to children you
need to-
Use demonstrations & visuals
Repetition, large font, simple words
Ask questions to test understanding
When presenting to those with disabilities and learning needs you need to-
Modifications needed to read, view, listen
or access programs
Could be dyslexic, vision or sight impaired
or need wheelchair access.
Needs to accessible and inclusive to all
ages, genders and background
When presenting to those from different cultural backgrounds you need to-
Be culturally sensitive when delivering
programs eg. include Ramadan & prayer
Use languages other than English when
designing brochures, handouts etc.
When presenting to those who have different linguistic needs you need to-
Use language other than English or subtitles when designing handouts, slide
shows etc.
Educational materials pitched at basic
literacy levels
Developing educational strategies –
how to identify issues? O.C.F.R
Observation
Conservation
Feedback
Recorded data/stats
When creating educational materials,
you should consider:
Language used– words, tone, complexity, font
Using visuals- photos, pictures & videos
A Presentation technique=
A technique you believe will communicate your
message to your group most effectively eg. powerpoint presentation, poster, sign.
Components of an educational program
The user groups
Equipment & resources
Presentation techniques that are suitable
Special needs -Cultural & Linguistic barriers
Disability & learning difficulties
Budget & time availability
Types of Educational programs & promotional methods
Social Media Posts
Email
Videos
Handouts, brochure and leaflets
Face to face presentation
Signs and posters
Noticeboard
Informal Feedback
observations
face to face conversations
Formal Feedback
Using questionnaires, surveys or interviews, using
data about participation rates, attendance or performance
When designing surveys/questionnaire you need to ask questions about
The aim of the program
The efficiency
The effectiveness
Equipment & resources
Promotional tools
Presentation content
Educational content
Equipment (used for presenting educational material)
Data Projectors
Computer technology
Multimedia
Mobile technology
Interactive activities
Props
Other resources used
Sporting venues, ovals, courts, playing fields, parks, council recreational spaces
Promotional methods aim to…..
To actively make people aware of a topic or
message to attract them to use it of become
involved.
Contingencies =
Your back up plan B when or if…..
- The projector breaks down
- You can’t access the internet
- The venue is double booked
- The venue is outside and it rains
Evaluation=
Is How you measure the effectiveness of your program and find areas for improvement
You Could use – survey, questionnaire etc.
Types of evaluations
Ways to evaluate your Educational Program
Survey, questionnaire, interview, one on one feedback, feedback sandwich, self- reflection mentoring