First steps to community development learning : a handbook for trainers

This unique resource provides ideas and methods for recognising learning that occurs when people are engaged in community development activity.

A training manual for the OCN accredited First Steps to Community Development Learning programme, it offers both a community activity and course-based model.

The handbook covers four main modules: Preparing for community development learning; Initiating community development learning; Promoting community development learning; and Identifying and evidencing community development learning It contains an outline of each unit with learning outcomes and assessment criteria, plus ideas and methods for meeting them.

With clear guidelines on the role of trainers and coaches, this practical resource provides a flexible framework for developing training ideas and approaches.