Homework

'''Abstract''': Trainees complete an assignment between training sessions Overview: When you have a training task that requires some personal time to complete, you can assign trainees to complete it between training sessions. This can save time in training sessions, and extend learning opportunities.

'''Guidelines''': Give clear instructions as to what the trainees are to do between sessions, and provide the material needed. Some examples:
Provide a quiz for each trainee to complete (e.g., differentiating open from closed questions, or correctly identifying change talk.
Assign viewing of a demonstration videotape between sessions, perhaps with completion of a specific structured observer task.
Assign trainees to complete a paper-and-pencil skill assessment, or to tape-record a practice exercise.
Assign trainees to listen to and code (using a structured observation sheet) one of their own counseling sessions.

'''Notes''': Obviously this is used when the trainer has more than one contact with trainees. To emphasize the importance of the assignment and respect the work that trainees have done, collect or discuss homework assignments at the beginning of the next training session.