The first paragraph of this section references the number of "1.4 million volunteers;" - Can a person who is paid for their work such as poll workers are be considered a volunteer? I know they aren't paid much, but they are paid.

The "key" element in any pollworker training process is to "Simplify"....do not rush through the training session....Keep It Simple.  If the language/terminology in the manual, or that used by the instructor, is "too assuming", and is sometimes not really specific, convert this same information into everyday,understandable language....language that fits your group of pollworkers. This will vary as to regions of the country, intelligence or skill levels, past experience, and many other factors.  But the one common denominator here is the same....keep it simple and understandable.  Because what really matters in the end - in training ALL pollworkers- is what works best for YOU and YOUR pollworkers.

It might be helpful to explain that adults learn in different ways.  Some learn by reading, some by hearing, and some by doing.  Because of this, training programs must include components for all types of learners.  We offered our local election officials a training on the theory behind adult learning and received positive feedback.  They appreciated knowing the theory behind our training recommendations.  I think it would be helpful to add some of the theory in this guide to explain the basis for the suggestions.