New Supervisor Training

Creating the Learning Environment

A critical factor in making learning easy is the creation of a supportive learning environment. There are four conditions the facilitator should create to maximize learning.

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Confidentiality. The first step to learning is admitting ignorance. New supervisors may resist admitting their learning needs because they fear the repercussions of showing their weaknesses. You can alleviate these concerns by assuring participants that the sole purpose of the training is to build their skills, and that no evaluations will take place. Establishing that anything shared during the training program should remain confidential among participants and facilitators will help create a relatively risk-free environment.

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Freedom ...