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The ROUND Model is a training delivery mechanism developed by Dr. Mahmoud Al-Tayeh, founder of Canada Global Centre (CGC), and Mohamad Elwan, MBA and Business Analyst, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The naming convention "ROUND" is derived from the cycle notion where it's a looped system that ensures efficient and effective delivery of knowledge and skills during a training session. This concept results from the combined effort of Training Loop and Teaching Loop to be skill-focused and provide training that focuses on applying skills efficiently and flawlessly. It differs from traditional training methods since it can be used for skill-based training as well as information delivery.

= History = Its early stages of development started in 1995. Dr. Al-Tayeh began undergoing and delivering training courses using different methods, which he sought to improve and motivated him to partner with Elwan in 2009 to analyze training methods, theories, educational systems, and psychological aspects behind them. The final ROUND Model prototype was completed in 2014, which then underwent months of continuous tuning.

2015
During the testing phase, the ROUND Model was enhanced further by adding relative time durations to each stage within the ROUND Model, which further improved efficiency and delivery of information and skill-based training. In addition, the ROUND Model underwent further changes during the same period, such as adding recommended training tools for each stage and adding suggested trainers' roles.

2016
It was finalized in 2016 and registered with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO).

2017
After deployment in the training field, specialized performance-measuring tools were added to monitor the real-time performance of trainers and training management.

2021
The ROUND Model is under active research and development to adapt implementation in the virtual training and eLearning fields to ensure an optimal long-distance training experience.

= Connections Across Disciplines and Models = The ROUND Model is influenced by multiple unique theories and models, though the significant nine are:


 * Gagne's Nine Steps of Instruction


 * Gagne's Nine Steps of Planning Instruction


 * ARCS Model


 * 4MAT Model


 * ADDIE Model


 * ASSURE Model


 * Instructional System Design Model


 * Kemp Design Model


 * Dick and Carey Model

= The ROUND Model Stages: = It consists of five stages using multiple ROUNDs; each handles a specific topic, skill, or concept. The focus of each stage within the ROUND Model is directly relevant to the course's nature or what the training or subject requires. The typical division of focus among the stages is 10% for Stage 1 Rev Up, 20% for Stage 2 On We Go, 40% for Stage 3 Unstoppable, 20% for Stage 4 Noise Check, and 10% for Stage 5 Destination. However, the focus of each stage is flexible, and it could be adjusted based on the subject and type of the training session or subject matter experts.

Stage 1: Rev Up
Introduces the training topic to attract attention and prepare the trainees for the new concept or skill. It also recommends not to present the training content before this introductory stage to reduce unnecessary content repetition after moving to Stage 2. It's recommended not to use more than 10% of the total allocated time for the complete ROUND.

This stage includes preparation, warming up, grabbing attention, initiation, and revising and linking.

Stage 2: On We Go
Presents the content in a sequential or instructional manner that allows the participant to acquire new knowledge, skills, or both. In addition, instructional content during this stage helps reduce errors during applications and implementations. Since Stage 2 does not include any hands-on practice, it's recommended for this stage not to use more than 20% of the total allocated time for the complete ROUND.

This stage includes instructing, explaining the content, providing information, providing details, outlining procedural steps, and emphasizing important points.

Stage 3: Unstoppable
Transforms what was demonstrated in Stage 2 to imitate actual fieldwork for the participants and immerse them in the topic through applying and practicing the concepts. During this prime stage, skill transfer occurs. Therefore, it's recommended for this stage to use at least 40% of the total allocated time for the complete ROUND.

This stage includes experimenting, performing, practicing, applying, and trying hands-on.

Stage 4: Noise Check
In addition to linking the skills and information to the fieldwork, this stage aims to communicate feedback and control the quality of individual performance or group performance to ensure proper skill transfer. Therefore, it's recommended for this stage to use 20% of the total allocated time for the complete ROUND.

This stage includes evaluation, performance checking, explaining exceptions, analyzing and solving application problems, and providing feedback.

Stage 5: Destination
Wraps up and summarizes key points and topics presented through the previous ROUND stages, whether concepts, instructions, procedural steps, or information. This stage also explains where the newly acquired skills and concepts fit in the grand scheme of things. It's recommended for this stage not to use more than 10% of the total allocated time for the complete ROUND.

This stage includes reviewing and linking, exploring career prospects, providing further readings and extra learning, and summarizing.

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