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After a short introduction which will consider issues relating to staff training and continuous professional development which focus on questions of who should be involved, when should it occur, and how it might be accomplished the remaining time will provide the chance for participants to experience a number of tasks designed for use in staff training sessions.The session will be as interactive as numbers and allocated room allow. The majority of the time will be spent applying some of the principles underpinning effective learning including the importance of variety of task, of perceived relevance, and of active involvement. Effective learning is associated also with interest, enjoyment and having fun!