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BASCS Training Plan Template

PHASE 1: Planning

Step 1: Requirements and target audience analysis

Assess the various audiences for BASCS training to determine requirements.

More than one training module may need to be developed since function-based classification impacts more than the IM arena. For example, there will be a need for training /orientation at a high level to educate non-IM operations managers who need to understand the role of function-based classification and the link to their work. Training may also need to be provided for IM managers who will need to develop and validate the function-based models for their own institution specific areas.

Potential target audiences could be;

• Members of the original steering committee, workshop sessions and pilot groups.
• Non- IM Managers in organizations who need a high level understanding of BASCS.
• Departmental IM Managers and practitioners tasked with implementing BASCS model classification structures for common administrative functions.
• Departmental IM Managers and practitioners tasked with developing and implementing BASCS classification structures for operational functions.
• Private sector IM practitioners contracted to assist in implementing BASCS model classification structures for common administrative functions and/or developing and implementing BASCS classification structures for operational functions.
• GoC records creators and users.

Step 2: Consultations

Once the various potential audiences for the BASCS training courses are identified, hold consultations with those target audience groups to assess the level and type of training required and the training tools required to achieve this.

Research any training available for similar tools where possible.

Step 3: Assess best means of developing training

Training module(s) can be developed in-house at LAC or by contracting with outside expertise.

Training could be developed in collaboration with users in pilot-test sites or separately by the BASCS specialists, followed by testing and validation by potential users.
Ensure lessons learned while developing and implementing BASCS systems are applied in developing the training.

Step 4: Content assessment

Ensure content is appropriate to audience and need. Content may have to include general communication and marketing info such as;

1. What BASCS is;
2. How it fits into GoC Information Architecture initiatives;
3. Benefits of BASCS and function-based classification;
4. How the vocabulary tool is used etc.

Step 5: Assess best method of delivering the training

• Training could be delivered by LAC or by an agency such as The Knowledge Institute (TKI)
• Training could be web based if developed accordingly.
• Ensure how training will be marketed is also addressed up front.

Step 6: User Groups & feedback

Plan a means of obtaining feedback on training and continuous update of the training module.

The user group for this purpose could be the broader BASCS user group, as opposed to one formed specifically for developing BASCS training.

PHASE 2: Development and Delivery

Step 1: Develop the training modules as per needs identified during phase 1.

Step 2: Pilot the training by presenting test sessions to select audiences.

Step 3: Deliver training via agreed means and channels identified during Phase 1.

Step 4: Monitor and evaluate continuously.

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