Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 1 University of Phoenix Material Instructional Module/Training Plan Template Part I: Vital Information Author Juanita C. Clare Instructional Topic Central Reservation System (CRS) Training Instructional Module/Training Plan Title Central Reservation System (CRS) for Baderman Island Resorts Employees Learning Setting The course will be delivered in a Web-Enhanced Hybrid or what is also referred to as Blended Classes. The opportunity to make use of both online and traditional techniques in a joint effort to increase learning is what will make this hybrid lesson a successful learning development. The Web-Enhanced Hybrid environments will extend tools that help in supporting understanding. The hybrids will better train students for life after instruction, and generate lessons that appeal to a variety of learning styles. New and existing employees of Baderman Island Resort. Audience Delivery Modality (online, hybrid, face-to-face, and so forth) Total Time Allotment Hybrid, both ground and online settings. 2 parts will be conducted on a training site and the remaining 2 sections will be delivered online. 4 total hours Instructional Module/Training Plan Goal Generate an enhanced understanding amongst employees of the Central Reservations Systems implemented and used by Baderman Island Resort. Two Performance-Based Objectives 1. Summative Assessment Description Assessment 1: Pre-Evaluation Assessment 2: End of Chapter Quiz Assessment 3: Post-Evaluation Employees will be awarded with a certificate establishing their ability to effectively use the CSR software and hardware in online, mobile, call center, and centralized environments. 2. Staff members will be knowledgeable of reservation customer service relation’s practices in both call center and face-to-face atmospheres. Page 1 of 6 Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 2 Part II: Development Attention Getter The course will begin on campus and students will participate in an icebreaker shortly after introductions to ease any potential awkwardness or tension. The introduction along with the icebreaker should take about 2030 minutes. Introduction: Name, Location, years with the company, and positions held. If no previous positions held within the company, participants can elect to discuss pervious employment. Icebreaker Activity: Autograph Activity- Pre-printed sheets of paper labeled with work-based traits, company information, or experiences written on them. Items such as: Knows the name of the CEO of Baderman Island Resorts. Knows the names of 2 buildings on Baderman Island Resorts. Has worked with computer programs. Has experience working in call centers. Can type without looking at the keyboard. Speaks more than one language. Has taken a hybrid course before. Participated in collaborative lessons. Detailed Input of Content Each individual will be responsible for finding 2 people that have encountered the experience, knows the answer, or has that trait. When found the person must sign next to the corresponding line. Lesson 1: Roles and Operations of CRS Staff. Within this portion participants will be introduced to work descriptions, company rules, regulations, and company resources that they can use throughout the duration of the lesson in addition to while performing their job. Employees will understand what their duties are within the workplace and the expectations. Over the course of operations rules are established to provide fair and just working environments. Companies are required to perform according to industry standards and being knowledgeable of regulations ensures staff adheres to policies used to protect both customers and clients. Repercussions and consequences relating to subject will be discussed. Company Resources will help employees navigate through the company website to locate materials related to job performance. Resources will also provide items that extend user benefits. Lesson 2: CRS Software. This section will permit for participants to become familiar with and engage in the 3 systems of Baderman Island Resorts. Page 2 of 6 Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 3 • Booking Engine • Sabre Hotel RFP • Global Distribution System Lesson 3: Hardware. • Headset Assembly and Use • Phone Operation 1. Incoming and Outbound calls 2. Transferring Call 3. Extensions 4. Greetings • Computer Application General Functions Lesson 4: Customer Relations. Participants will be rehearsed in customer service and items needed to satisfy client needs. • Building Rapport- As the face and voice of Baderman Island resorts it is important to instill values and comfort with new and existing customers. Building rapport will provide tips and tricks to ensure that customers are welcomed and feel comfortable with addressing CRS members. 1. Know the Customer 2. Know the Product 3. Be Informative 4. Be Honest 5. Be Helpful 6. Be Available • Ask for Feedback- To find a way to service customers better. Part III: Implementation Instructional Strategies Segment 1: CENTRAL RESERVATION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Indirect- Case studies An indirect method would serve best within this section where case studies can reflect cause and effect. Students are taught legalities and made to use their knowledge to resolve issues. Segment 2: SOFTWARE and Segment 3: HARDWARE Direct- Lecture Direct practices work within these situations to clearly illustrate how to properly use required software and hardware. Having an experienced individual available, participants can ask questions, ensure items are correctly operated, and receive instant access to professionals. Segment 4: CUSTOMER RELATIONS Indirect- Case studies and problem solving. Lessons can be developed in an electronic format to discuss how CRS individuals should conduct themselves. Interactive- Roleplaying and discussions. Page 3 of 6 Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 Formative Assessment 4 Provides an opportunity for participants to become more familiar with interactions and customer service. Collaborative learning processes extend an ability for people to view alternate ways to problem solve. Each of the four segments will contain the following assessment strategies: Assessment A: Pre-Evaluation- Making use of Socrative students will long onto the website and take part in a brief quiz to determine present knowledge of the subject. Segment 1: CENTRAL RESERVATION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support links for CRS can be found by accessing the CRS ______ tab found on the internal company website. Segment 2: SOFTWARE It is the responsibility of CRS to connect guest to services outside of the Baderman Island Resort. T/F Segment 3: HARDWARE CRS personal login Identification Numbers should be kept confidential. T/F Segment 4: CUSTOMER RELATIONS Instilling value in products and services reduces the trust between CRS and customers. T/F Assessment B: Collaborative End of Chapter Quiz- At the closing of each chapter students will breakoff into evenly divided teams where they will participate in a Jeopardy game based assessment. Questions will be ranked in values of $100, $200, $300, $400, and $500 according to difficulty. Making use of this formative assessment will provide students with a fun method of reviewing and learning important information while gaging if students have digested the content. Allowing students to be assessed in this format creates an environment where they are able to work together and eliminate some tension prior to the final exam. Assessment C: Post-Evaluation- A traditional test will be given comprised of multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer items. Segment 1: CENTRAL RESERVATION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES CRS stands for: a. b. c. d. Page 4 of 6 Central Resource Service Chief Reservation Source Central Reservation Service Central Reservation System Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 5 Segment 2: SOFTWARE Sabre RFP joins buyers with hotels and services for competitive pricing. T/F Segment 3: HARDWARE The headset must be plugged into the ________ prong of the telephone device. Segment 4: CUSTOMER RELATIONS In a few sentences explain: Why is it important to build rapport with customers? Closure Materials and Resources Discuss the three sections and how each portion is connected to job performance. Review the CRS process and how participants will be selected for positions. Complete Syllabus with topics, listed reading materials, assignments, timeframes, point values, and grading rubric. Prepared PowerPoints based on classroom content. Training Manual reflective of course progression. Pre-printed sheets of paper labeled with work-based traits, company information, or experiences written on them. Access to Padlet website so students are able to ask questions. Computer with internet access so that students are able to follow along with lessons, generated Socrative quiz, and created Jeopardy game. Paper exam with writing materials that permits for test grading. Projector, CD, Telephone, and Headset hardware. Page 5 of 6 Instructional Module/Training Plan Template AET/520 Version 3 Page 6 of 6 6