Basic Teaching Skills for Career Education Instructors

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Basic Teaching Skills for Career Education Instructors

Chapter 2

The Teaching Plan and Learning

Environment


Critical Concept• Master Educators know things that begin well are

more likely to end well. Thus, they will plan carefully for the learning experience to begin well.


Desired Performance Goals• List the benefits of effective organization and teacher

preparation.• Lists characteristics that are common among adult

learners.• State the goals of classroom arrangement and

organization.• Perform the administrative tasks required of the

educator and explain what they include.


The Master Educator• Prepares and organizes prior to the actual start of

class.• Maintains current knowledge relevant to the field of

study.• Develops organized work habits to ensure that

administrative tasks such as record keeping and reports are completed accurately and timely.

• Ensures classrooms are safe while also providing a motivating and comfortable environment for learning.


Educator Ability• Lead and Inspire.• Create positive learning environment.• Provide pathway to success.• Facilitate learning.• Organized environment.• Careful planning and preparation.


Teacher Organization and Preparation

• Know subject matter• Current trends• Student body size• Planned activities• Identify materials and equipment


Proper Organization• Understand student body.• Allot and designate class time.• Allow appropriate office time.• Set up effective records management.• Plan daily activities.• Maintain current skills/knowledge.• Maximize budget.

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Proper Organization• Organize educational

aids/resources.• Develop professional handouts.• Review course materials and

resources.• Create welcoming/safe

environment.• Create checklists.• Establish tone and expectations.


General Organization• Copy material (electronically or in print).• Properly file material.• File trade journals.• Arrange references and resource books.• Schedule office time.• Create support system among faculty.


Knowing Students and Organizing Information

• Create a student profile.• Create a record of student progress.• Document student contacts.

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Knowing Students and Organizing Information

• Successful educators will organize files and folders in a system that works best for them.


Elements of the Environment• Comfortable and safe• Well ventilated and organized• Proper lighting• Equipment operated safely• Appropriate storage and cleanup• Educator’s desk/work area


Consider the Environment• Student demographics• Adult learner characteristics• The physical classroom• The seating arrangements


Adult Learner Characteristics• Goal Orientation• Past Educational Experience• Ingrained Habits• Established Opinions• Relationship to Prior Knowledge• Involvement Is Needed


Student Demographics• Age• Gender• Ethnicity• Unique Interests


Getting to Know Students• Personal Profile• Brainstorm in groups or teams.


The Physical Environment• Room size• Acoustics• Lighting• Ventilation• Windows/blinds• Audio/Visual aids• Seating


The Motivating Classroom• Varied instructional activities• Suit teacher/student needs• Equipment/supply storage• No auditory/visual distractions• Clear view of learners• Accessible materials• Create excitement!


Classroom Design• Educator presence• Arrive early and greet students• Pre-assigned seating• Learning activities scheduled• Motivational posters• Bulletin boards


Use of Color• Pale yellow/almond – non-irritating.• Pale pink/light rose – soothing.• Green – sense of security/creativity.• Blue – relaxes/secretes tranquilizing hormones.• Orange – agitates learners.• Bright yellow – excites brain and body.


Seating Arrangements

• U-Shape Table

• Circle

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• Board room

• Semi-circle(continues)



• Classroom

• Chevron

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• Theater

• Amphitheater

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• Half-Rounds (Cabaret)


The Practical Classroom• Special Needs Accessibility• Lab Stations• Equipment• Supplies• Policies and Procedures• Learning Facilities Checklist


Teaching Materials• Relevance• Student level• Timeliness• Author and publisher credibility• Organization and layout• Textbook evaluation checklist

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Teaching Materials• An example of an effectively designed

textbook page.


Administrative Responsibilities• Accurate records• Attendance• Grade records• Lesson plans• Academic advising• Student surveys• Advisory council meetings• Facility reports• Continuing education


Welcoming New Students• The first day of class sets the stage and mood for the

remainder of the course. • A sound orientation program is one of the best ways to

prevent future student withdrawals.• On the first day of school set the tone, establish

rapport, review the standards, establish expectations, introduce the course, clarify course goals, answer questions, and teach.


Wrapping It Up• Preparation and organization is required prior to the

start of classes.• Educators must maintain current knowledge relative to

the field of study.• Work habits must be developed to ensure that

administrative tasks are accurate and timely.• Classrooms must be safe and motivating.


In Retrospect• List the benefits and results of effective organization

and teacher preparation.

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In Retrospect• List the characteristics that are common among adult

learners.

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In Retrospect• What are the ultimate goals of classroom management

and organization?• List several administrative tasks required of an

educator.


Congratulations!You have just completed two units of study in your Instructor Training

Program.

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