Advanced Genomics and Bioinformatics Workshop

A. PARTICIPANTS’ PERCEPTION OF THE TRAINING
Please use the rating systems below to rate the training course using the listed elements

[1 = Disagree Strongly; 5 = Agree Strongly]
The objectives of the training were attained 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
The level of difficulty of the training was right 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
I can apply the knowledge and skills I have gained in my area of practice 1 :    2:    3:    4:    5:
The training met my needs / expectations 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
The trainers actively involved me in the learning process 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
As a result of this process I feel more confident in my capacity to understand and apply genomics and bioinformatics 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
I would recommend other researchers, staff from my institution to attend this training 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
The trainers respected time / were time conscious 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
The time allocation for the sessions covered was appropriate 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
The training venue was appropriate and the environment was conducive to learning 1:    2:    3:    4:    5:
Please give your comments/clarifications on any of the rating above, if necessary:

B. SELF ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS RELATED TO
THE TRAINING COURSE
[1 = Very Weak; 4 = Very Strong]
Before the training Elements of self assessment After the training
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of basic principles of genomics 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of the major steps in Nextera libraries preparation 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of major 16S Metagenomics libraries preparation steps 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of the importance of Illumina libraries QC 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of what bioinformatics involves 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My knowledge of how bioinformatics can be applied in bioscience research. 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of how to use R and Rstudio for statistical analysis 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of descriptive statistics 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of parametric and non-parametric statistics 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: Knowledge on the importance of equipment maintenance 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My ability to work in a Linux environment 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of how to access and make use of biological databases 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My knowledge on the current Next Generation Sequencing Technologies (NGS) and their application 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My Knowledge on Quality control and read quality improvement of NGS data 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of the tools and methods used in genome and transcriptome mapping/assembly 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of Variant calling 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My knowledge on RNA-Seq differential expression analysis 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My knowledge on 16S metagenomics data analysis 1: 2: 3: 4:
1: 2: 3: 4: My understanding of multiple sequence alignment and phylogenetics 1: 2: 3: 4:
C. TRAINER’S COMPETENCIES CHECK LIST
Please summarize the trainers’ skills and knowledge using the rating range provided below

3 = Trainers showed strength in this area
2 = Trainers demonstrated some ability in this area
1 = Trainers need additional support in this area
Delivery Rating and comments Body Language Rating and comments
Greeted the participants warmly Maintained good eye contact with participants
Used a voice loud and clear enough to hear easily Friendly and connecting
Delivered sessions designed in a logical way from beginning to middle and end Used body language to help communicate ideas
Clearly explained what to expect from every presentation Audience Participation
Used effective and relevant examples and illustrations Involved the audience in the course of training
Defined unfamiliar technical terms Handled questions and comments with calm courtesy
Summarized the main messages before finishing a topic Broke up lectures/discussions at appropriate points to re-energize participants
Use of visual aids Provided clear instructions for all activities
Used appropriate visual aids for different sessions Clarified and / or rephrased questions to enhance understanding by participants
Made sure materials could be read easily from where I was sitting Technical competency
Got participants to understand points in a clear and simple manner Gave convincing answers to technical questions from the audience
Used attractive / attention catching illustrations and graphics Gauged level of technical knowledge of audience and adjusted the presentations accordingly
Talked to the audience rather than to the screen, computer or flip chart
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