Mine risk education training module - Avsi

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This session can be very fun and entertaining. It entails group work and performances by all the participants. We have found it to be an
enjoyable learning experience.
Once the participants have learned the
technical aspects of mines, it is important for
Creative communication techniques are used to share information effectively them to focus on how to communicate this
information to their local communities. Since
Participatory Approach
the goal of the training is prevention through
sensitization of others, to be successful the
The session begins with a facilitator discussing different types of communication styles.
message has to reach the broader population.
The trainer can ask, “What are some different types of communication” These
This can only be achieved through the
would be verbal and non-verbal. Encourage the group to give examples of each type.
participants educating their communities.
Then ask, “What are some communication techniques” These responses can be
listed on a flip chart or paper. (Depending on the target group it can be difficult for the
members of the training to initially come up with an answer.) Below are some examples.
♦ Lecture ♦ Poems ♦ Posters
♦ Group Discussions ♦ Story Telling ♦ Booklets
♦ Role Play/Drama ♦ Dance ♦ Demonstration
♦ Songs ♦ Media announcements ♦ Pictures
Often trainers focus on the technical aspects
of the training during their presentations.
The message you take to your participants
and the message they pass on should be
simple and focused on the safety guidelines.
If not properly presented, technical
information can mislead. Remember, you and
the people you train are NOT experts!
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A facilitator uses pictures to lead
participants into group work.
Songs and dance are used to pass messages to the
community.
A group of participants debates the best way
to pass information.