FAQs - Trainers
Frequently Asked Questions
Trainings may be financed through any of the following modes:
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Internal funds of organizers
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In collaboration with private and public institutions
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Grant funding from funders/sponsors
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Solicitation and/ or Donation
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Participant registration fee
Mentor Trainers can serve in a variety of ways:
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Observe and evaluate Trainer candidates using any or a combination of the following means:
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Observation: In-Person, virtual, online/offline observation using submitted videos of training conducted and
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Submission of Trainer/Mentor Trainer recommendation report. This form is a standard set by GIO link and other appropriate proof of trainings conducted to the Country Coordinator or Regional Office.
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Provide guidance to trainees and share with them his/her personal experiences and growth in the GLOBE Program.
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Commit to being available for a more indepth “one-to-one” relationship with his/her “trainee” as part of the certification and development process of Trainers.
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Assist Trainer candidates and Trainers in developing resources and skills for training purposes.
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Model protocols, learning activities and GLOBE data analysis, as needed.
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Serve on GLOBE committees and review panels, when appropriate.
This length of time for this process will differ depending on the circumstances in each region. Funding will be at the discretion of the organizer and, when necessary, the entire process may be conducted via internet.
While a discipline degree in any of the spheres is preferable, it is not necessarily required. However, observed competence and knowledge (experience and expertise) in one or more spheres is required following link. As set by the GLOBE Candidate Trainer and Mentor Trainer guidelines, the required competencies are listed in the Candidate Trainer/Mentor Trainer Workshop Observation Form.
Yes. Once a Trainer has gone through the steps to become a Trainer, eTraining is an easy way to learn protocols in different spheres. eTrainings are often used as a preTraining exercise. Upon completion, an electronic copy of the eTraining certificate is posted in the “Training History” of the educator/citizen scientist.
Not necessarily. There are many uses for GLOBE eTrainings. It is important for all Mentor Trainers and Trainers to review and be familiar with these online training tools in the event that members of the GLOBE community have questions about these training options.
One part of the education working group role is to provide assistance to country coordinators. This assistance may be in the form of, but not limited to:
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Ensure the GIO and website database accurately detail current status of Trainers and Mentor Trainers
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Access and update educator resources
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Maintain Trainer and Mentor Trainer guidelines
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Coordinating candidate Trainers with Mentor Trainers, as needed