A Practical Guide to Designing Engaging ILT with Anuj Kapoor

What if we designed classroom training from the learner’s seat, rather than the trainer’s desk?

A few years ago, I attended a Train-the-Trainer workshop in Bangalore.

I went as a participant, but my Instructional Designer mindset kicked in. I started observing what made the experience engaging, what encouraged participation, and what made certain activities memorable.

That experience left me with some valuable lessons about designing Instructor-Led Training (ILT).

I've now brought those reflections together in a free 20-page ebook: From the Learner’s Seat: 6 Lessons for Creating Engaging Classroom Sessions.

Inside, you'll discover six practical lessons:

📌 Set the stage before you start teaching.

📌 Introduce the learners, not just the trainer.

📌 Start with a story, problem or situation.

📌 Use fewer words, more visuals and more interaction.

📌 Design for participation, not just attendance.

📌 Use technology to enhance learning, not distract from it.