Training Content Creator

Overview

The Training Content Creator skill helps generate high-quality training materials including workbooks, facilitator notes, practice scenarios, and activity instructions. It creates content that follows brain-friendly principles and integrates TBR 4Cs framework and 70:20:10 learning design.

When to Use This Skill

Use Training Content Creator when:

• Writing learner workbooks and guide materials
• Creating practice scenarios and exercises
• Developing facilitator guides with exact talking points
• Generating discussion questions for concept processing
• Writing real-world application case studies
• Creating activity instructions and handouts
• Developing job aids and quick reference cards

Content Creation Process

1. Concept Chunk Content

Transform learning objectives into digestible concept delivery:

Structure:

• Hook/real-world connection (1-2 sentences)
• Core concept explanation (2-4 sentences, max)
• Visual/concrete example from real work
• Key takeaway
• Processing question

Writing guidelines:

• Short sentences (15 words average)
• Active voice ("Do X" not "Should be done")
• Real-world examples over abstract theory
• Learner-centric language

2. Processing Activity Content

Create activities after each concept chunk:

Think-Pair-Share Prompts:

• Open-ended questions (not yes/no)
• Relevant to learner's real work
• Takes 2-3 minutes to discuss

Written Reflection Prompts:

• Prompt learners to apply concept to their work
• Guide thinking without prescribing answers
• Takes 2-3 minutes to write

Discussion Questions:

• Spark thinking (not test knowledge)
• Multiple valid answers
• Encourage peer learning

3. Practice Activity Content

Write guided, collaborative, and independent practice scenarios:

Guided Practice Instructions:

• Step-by-step walkthrough
• Exact language for modeling
• Pause points for questions
• Key decision points highlighted

Collaborative Practice Tasks:

• Clear group assignment
• New scenario (different from guided)
• Success criteria
• "What to watch for" notes for facilitators

Independent Practice Tasks:

• Mirror actual job work
• Self-assessment prompts
• Optional support available
• Reflection questions

4. Facilitator Guide Content

Create notes that help facilitators deliver effectively:

Include:

• Exact timing for each section
• Key phrases to use
• Common questions and answers
• Transition language
• Backup activities or timing adjustments

5. Workbook Content

Create learner materials that support and extend learning:

Include:

• Session overview and objectives
• Concept summaries (not transcripts)
• Space for notes
• Practice scenario details
• Job aids and quick references
• Commitment/reflection sections

Content Quality Standards

Brain-Friendly:

• Scannable (not dense paragraphs)
• Multimodal (visual + text + examples)
• Active learning prompts
• Real work examples

Engaging:

• Conversational tone (not formal academic)
• Specific examples over generalizations
• Learner-centric (not instructor-centric)
• Action-oriented language

Practical:

• Directly applicable to real work
• Clear next steps
• Support for implementation
• Measurable outcomes

Content Types & Templates

Reference files provide detailed templates for:

• Concept chunk delivery format
• Processing activity prompts
• Practice scenario structures
• Facilitator note format
• Workbook page design
• Job aid creation
• Quick reference card layout

Integration with Other Skills

• Use training-designer output as content blueprint
• Coordinate with workshop-facilitator-prep for facilitator notes
• Ensure alignment with training-reviewer standards
• Support learning-journey-builder learning ecosystem

Writing Best Practices

✅ Do:

• Write for learning (not to show expertise)
• Use real work examples
• Create processing activities
• Keep it scannable
• Test with sample learner

❌ Don't:

• Copy textbook definitions
• Overwhelm with comprehensive coverage
• Create passive reading materials
• Use jargon without explanation
• Forget the "why" behind concepts