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Trainer’s Notebook: Making Accommodations In Workshops

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My style of teaching is participatory; I don’t lecture with PPT endlessly and involve the audience. I modify instructions or make accommodations for physical disabilities. I made this part of the instructions. Respectful language is important. However, the term “Walking Meetings,” is ableist.

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Trainer’s Notebook: Facilitating Tech Training Internationally – Tips for Working with Interpreters

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It is always challenge to use participatory techniques when your participants are not native English speakers and you don’t speak the language. If you are using PPT, it is helpful to include your bullet points in the notes sections ahead time. The thumbs up means the pace and language is good.