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Module 3/7 16 min

Domain 2 — Developing Professional Capability

Step 1 / 1·The 8 capabilities of Domain 2

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Learning objectives — after this module you will:

  • Name the 8 capabilities
  • Understand their role in the learning lifecycle
Learn ~9 min

The 8 capabilities of Domain 2

The heart of the TD profession.

Developing Professional Capability

  • Learning Sciences: how adults learn (andragogy), cognitive science, learning motivation.
  • Instructional Design: needs analysis, learning objectives, design (ADDIE/SAM), assessment.
  • Training Delivery & Facilitation: facilitating classes, interaction techniques, classroom management.
  • Technology Application: LMS, e-learning, digital tools that support learning.
  • Knowledge Management: capturing, organizing, and sharing knowledge across the organization.
  • Career & Leadership Development: developing careers and leadership.
  • Coaching: coaching individuals/teams to raise performance and development.
  • Evaluating Impact: measuring learning effectiveness (Kirkpatrick, Phillips ROI).

High weighting

This domain usually carries the largest weighting on the exam. Master TNA, learning objectives, ADDIE/SAM, the Kirkpatrick levels, and ROI.

Key takeaway: Domain 2: learning sciences, ID, delivery, technology, KM, career/leadership dev, coaching, evaluation.

Complete every activity in each step to mark this module Completed.