Methods of teaching handicraft skills for adults

Bag code: EDUAE47210025 Days: Two training days "the training day 5 hours" Time: 10 training hours Targeted participants of the program: Handicraft trainers – Supervisors of adult education centers – Community empowerment facilitators – Vocational training officers – Life skills teachers – Local development specialists – Students of colleges of fine arts or home economics Program overview: This program focuses on teaching methods for handicrafts to adults (definition – types – characteristics – objectives – positives – negatives .. etc). It will be presented through the following units: First training unit: Principles of teaching handicrafts to adults Second training unit: Teaching methods for handicrafts to adults Program objectives: - That the trainee acquires knowledge of the basics of teaching handicrafts to adults and their role in economic and social empowerment. - That the trainee masters designing hands-on educational activities considering the characteristics and previous experiences of adult learners. - That the trainee uses appropriate teaching methods to develop craft skills among adults in an interactive and safe manner. - That the trainee evaluates learners’ performance practically based on production and direct application. Program topics: First training unit: (Principles of teaching handicrafts to adults): - Concept of handicrafts and their importance for adults - The role of handicrafts in empowerment - The relationship between handicrafts and non-formal education - Contribution of crafts to income improvement and quality of life - Characteristics of adult learners in manual skills - Independence and self-esteem - Importance of practical and experimental learning - Potential psychological or physical barriers - Preparing the environment for adult craft education - Setting up the space and tools - Occupational safety and cleanliness - Creating a supportive and encouraging atmosphere for production - Building confidence and motivation among learners - Overcoming fear of failure - Presenting real success models - Continuous encouragement and linking learning to life Second training unit: (Teaching methods for handicrafts to adults): - Skill-based learning and practical steps - Explaining the practical model in front of learners - Dividing the skill into steps - Practice and guided repetition - Cooperative learning in manual activities - Working in small groups - Skill exchange among trainees - Enhancing team spirit and integration - Using visual and sensory aids - Illustrative boards and samples - Short educational videos - Touch, observation, and direct participation - Evaluating adult craft performance - Performance assessment during work (formative assessment) - Quality criteria for the product - Small exhibitions as an evaluation activity and motivation Contents of the bag: PowerPoint 106 Trainer’s guide 71 Trainee’s guide 64 Activities 4 Introductory guide 4 References 4 Evaluation forms and data 6 Pre- and post-tests 10 Videos 4 Photos 12 Mind maps 1 Brochure 1 Training bag model: Please click here to view the training bag model