Overview

• Despite all the different technological advancements, training and coaching sessions still rely on traditional methods. 
• These innovative methods are implemented in either instructor-led or interactive sessions.

Instructor-Led Sessions

• Trainers may utilize whiteboards/blackboards, projections, PowerPoint presentations, videos, and storytelling.

Advantages

• This method is effective in presenting bulky information to a small or large team of trainees.
• The face-to-face interaction makes the experience personal and more authentic.
• This method can be cost-effective if handled in-house.
• It is efficient in ensuring that everyone gets all the information they need at the same time.
• Great storytellers have the ability to capture people's attention and drive a point home.

Disadvantages

• The success of this training method is highly dependent on the instructor's skills, efficiency, and presentation methodology.
•  Synchronizing training sessions may become cumbersome.

Interactive Sessions

• Some examples of activities that enhance interaction include quizzes, small-group discussions, case studies, active summaries, demonstrations, among others.

Hands-On Training

• This technique focuses on experiential training.
• Examples in this category include cross-training, coaching, apprenticeship, drills, among others.

Computer-Based Training

• Methods used in this category include text-only, off-the-shelf training on CD-ROM, multi-media, and virtual reality. 

Online/E-Learning

• Due to the vast influence of the internet, web-based training programs are increasingly on-demand.
• These methods include web-based training, tele/video conferencing, collaborative document preparation, among others.