Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation

Programme Overview

The learning journey does not begin or end at formal education. More and more of us start to understand the importance and benefits of lifelong learning. With societal, economic, cultural, and technological transformations around us, the ways we work, communicate, travel, or even study has significantly changed. Continuous learning helps us stay abreast of all these changes. Being often overlooked, adult learning is an integral part of the right to education. The needs of adult learners are oftentimes different from those of children and teenagers. Unlike them, adult learners usually draw on their wealth of experience and tend to be selective with what classifies as meaningful and relevant information. Therefore, while developing an instructional path for adult learners, one must understand the theory, principles, and technology that lays the foundation for successful adult education. This programme in Oslo has been designed with adult learners and their needs as its center of attention. The programme dives deep into foundational adult-learning theory and principles and supports that knowledge with relevant tools and technology. Throughout the workshop, you will be able to identify appropriate instructional methods for a given context and gain hands-on practice with facilitation skills and e-learning authoring tools. This programme is highly relevant both for offline and online adult learning solutions.

Delivered by Risalat Consultants International in Oslo, Norway, it combines expert-led sessions, real cases and group work, so that participants can apply what they learn in their own institution.

The Programme Strengthens Institutional Capability

• Basic Concepts in Adult Education
• Pedagogy vs Andragogy
• Characteristics of Adult Learners
• Adult Learning Theories
• Facilitated Learning
• Self-directed learning
• Transformative learning
• Experiential Learning
• Theory of change and results chains
• Logical frameworks and results frameworks
• SMART indicators, baselines and targets
• Data collection methods and tools

It is designed for training and Coaching Professionals, training Facilitators and Mentors, learning and Development Managers and others who want practical, current skills in monitoring and evaluation.

The Growing Importance of Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation

Governments and financiers want to know what changed, not only what was spent. Results frameworks, indicators and credible evidence now decide how programmes are judged and whether they receive further funding.

Many teams collect large amounts of data but struggle to turn it into decisions. Strong monitoring and evaluation links activities to results, shows progress early and supports learning across the institution.

Organisations increasingly require professionals capable of:

• Design results frameworks with measurable indicators
• Collect and check data that can be trusted
• Analyse progress and explain variances
• Plan and manage evaluations
• Use evidence to adjust plans and report results

Strong monitoring and evaluation systems help organisations:

• Show results clearly to financiers and citizens
• Detect delays and problems early
• Improve the quality of decisions
• Meet reporting and evaluation requirements

This Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation programme brings these elements together in a practical format, so that participants understand not only what good practice looks like but also how to introduce it in their own setting, with the people and resources they have.

Who Should Attend This Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training?

This programme is designed for:

• Training and Coaching Professionals
• Training Facilitators and Mentors
• Learning and Development Managers
• Learning experience specialists
• Instructional designers
• E-learning technologists
• Capacity Building Specialists
• Adult-learning professionals
• Education Specialists
• M&E officers and managers
• Project and programme managers
• PIU staff responsible for reporting

The programme suits experienced professionals as well as those moving into new responsibilities. Groups that mix institutions and countries are encouraged, because participants learn a great deal from each other’s experience.

Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend foundational adult learning theories, models, and principles
• Understand the fundamentals of creating dynamic learning experiences
• Select learning methods and media to support the attainment of learning objectives based on learners needs
• Develop an evidence-based instructional design strategy that fosters changes in learner behavior and performance
• Employ guidelines for the use of visuals, text, and audio in instructional materials
• Create interactive and engaging training materials from participant and trainer guides to presentations, assessment quizzes, and supporting multimedia
• Develop an e-learning interface design influenced by learner experience design principles
• Create and deploy an evaluation strategy for training initiatives
• Build a theory of change and results chain for a programme
• Design a results framework with SMART indicators

Each objective is practised during the programme through exercises, cases or group work, so that participants leave able to do it, not only to describe it.

Programme Contents and Structure

Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training Methodology

Being highly participatory in nature, Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation provides scope for active interaction between the instructor and attendees. By applying cutting-edge methods of coaching, mentoring, step-by-step case studies, and plenty of hands-on exercises our team will make sure you are industry-ready upon completion of this masterclass.

The programme combines:

• Expert-led sessions on current practice
• Regional and international case studies
• Group work and practical exercises
• Simulations and role plays where relevant
• Discussion of participants' own challenges
• Peer learning across institutions and countries
• Practical tools and templates to take back to work
• Daily reflection and action planning

Before the programme, a short pre-assessment helps the facilitators understand each participant’s role and priorities, so that examples and exercises can be adjusted to the group. Each day ends with a short reflection in which participants note what they will apply at work.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion of this Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training, participants will be able to:

• Design results frameworks with measurable indicators
• Set baselines and targets that can be tracked
• Collect and check reliable data
• Plan and manage evaluations
• Report results clearly to decision makers
• Use evidence to adapt plans

Participants leave with a personal action plan and practical tools they can use in their institution from the first week back. Institutions that send several participants can use the programme to agree shared methods and templates across teams, which makes improvements easier to sustain.

Institutional Application of Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training

This programme supports organisations in strengthening:

• Results frameworks
• Indicator systems
• Data quality
• Evaluation planning
• Results reporting

Participants return with practical tools to improve:

• Indicator reference sheets
• Data collection tools
• Progress reports
• Evaluation terms of reference
• Learning reviews

The programme is built so that learning moves from the classroom into the institution. Participants work on their own processes and documents where possible, and leave with an action plan that their managers can review and support.

Regional Relevance & Application

Europe

European institutions apply monitoring and evaluation within detailed regulatory frameworks and reform agendas. Participants from Europe can compare their practice with colleagues from other regions and test how established methods work under different conditions.

Africa

Across Africa, ministries, agencies and project teams working in monitoring and evaluation increasingly operate alongside donor-financed programmes that expect clear systems and evidence. The programme helps participants adapt good practice to the institutions and resources they work with.

Middle East

In the Middle East, national development strategies and diversification plans place growing demands on monitoring and evaluation. Participants explore how to build the capability these plans need inside public bodies and companies.

Asia

Institutions across Asia combine rapid growth with ambitious modernisation programmes. Participants from Asia can share their experience of scaling systems quickly and learn from approaches used elsewhere.

Pacific

Small island and Pacific states face particular constraints of size, distance and capacity. The programme highlights practical, proportionate approaches to monitoring and evaluation that suit smaller institutions.

Holding the programme in Oslo, Norway brings participants together away from their daily pressures, so they can compare how monitoring and evaluation is handled in different settings. The same programme can also be delivered in-house for one institution, in its own country or online, with cases taken from its current work.

Host Country Profile – Norway

Programmes, Workshops, Exposures, Training Courses in Oslo, Norway by Risalat Consultants International

Studying away from their own country gives participants time to focus, a fresh view of their own institution and the chance to build a network with colleagues from other countries.

The programme takes place at Scandic Solli.

Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training Deliverables

Participants receive support before, during and after the programme, so that preparation, learning and follow-up form one continuous experience.

Before the Programme

• Participant Pre-Assessment
• Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Readiness Assessment
• Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Resource Pack
• Preparatory Reading Materials
• Complimentary Visa Support & Advisory

During the Programme

• Airport Pickup & Welcome Assistance
• Accommodation with Breakfast
• Welcome Networking Dinner
• Risalat Training Kit (Bag, Bottle, Mug, T-Shirt, Cap, Passport Cover, Pens, Notebook, Magnet & Keychain)
• Comprehensive Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation Training Manual
• Theory of Change Template
• Indicator Reference Sheet Template
• Data Quality Checklist
• Evaluation Terms of Reference Template
• Practical Workshops & Simulations
• Group Discussions & Peer Learning
• Daily Lunch and Refreshments
• Full Access to Training Venue Facilities
• Mini Pad / Tablet with Digital Learning Materials
• Field Visit (where applicable)
• Entertaining City Tour

After the Programme

• Certificate of Completion
• Risalat Programme Participation Recognition Award
• Post-Training Reference Materials
• Results Framework Review Guide
• Progress Report Template
• Post-Training Support & Follow-Up Guidance
• Programme Report

Institutions can also request a tailored in-house version of this programme, delivered at their premises or online. Request a proposal.

Common Challenges in Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation, And How This Training Helps

How can institutions design results frameworks with measurable indicators?

The programme addresses this directly on the first day (Results thinking), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions collect and check data that can be trusted?

The programme addresses this directly on the second day (Indicators and results frameworks), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions analyse progress and explain variances?

The programme addresses this directly on the third day (Data collection and quality), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions plan and manage evaluations?

The programme addresses this directly on the fourth day (Evaluation), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions use evidence to adjust plans and report results?

The programme addresses this directly on the fifth day (Reporting, learning and action planning), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where does the Masterclass in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, and Facilitation programme take place?

It runs from 25 Jan 2027 to 29 Jan 2027, in Oslo, Norway (Scandic Solli). The registration deadline is shown at the top of this page.

Who should attend?

The programme is designed for training and Coaching Professionals, training Facilitators and Mentors, learning and Development Managers, learning experience specialists, and others who want practical skills in monitoring and evaluation.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants who complete the programme receive a Certificate of Completion from Risalat Consultants International.

Can this programme be delivered for our institution only?

Yes. We can deliver a tailored in-house version at your premises, in another city or online, built around your own cases. Use the proposal request on this page.

Do I need prior experience in monitoring and evaluation?

No specialist background is required beyond experience in a related role. A short pre-assessment helps the facilitators adapt the sessions to the group.

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