Good practice guide on training methodologies : how to become an effective and inspirational trainer

Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond; cauliflower is nothing, but cabbage with a college education. [Mark Twain, 1835-1910] Why write a guide about training methodologies when there are so many resources and theories on "trainings" and "trainers" already? There are two reasons. Firstly, to bring the "field experience" of being a trainer to the target audience (see below), coming from highly experienced trainers who are both experts in information security and well versed in the concept of "training" itself. Secondly, to condense this experience and knowledge in a guide, which will help trainers in the field to expand their skills and raise their awareness of the processes of teaching and learning. The goal is to guide both novice and experienced trainers to design and deliver trainings of any size or type, and to make these trainings more successful, more "fun" and with better and longer lasting results. This practical guidance is backed up by the presentation of essential theories and research in this area, including references. This will enable trainers to learn and study these topics in-depth.