Classroom Dynamics for Clinical & Allied Health Instructors

Martin Community CollegeMarch 3-6, 2006

Vivian W. Mott, Ph.D.East Carolina University

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Schedule

9:00am Introductions & Session Overview

9:30am Learning in Adulthood

10:30am ~BREAK~

10:45am Effective Learning Environments

11:45am ~LUNCH~12:30pm Instructional Strategies 2:00pm ~BREAK~ 2:15pm Assessment & Evaluation 3:15pm Application Plans 3:30pm ADJOURN

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Session Objectives Discuss the unique characteristics

of learning in adulthood; Understand the four elements that

contribute to an effective adult learning environment;

Identify a variety of instructional strategies for teaching an allied health curriculum;

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Learning in Adulthood

Andragogy Generational

Differences Learning Styles Developmental Models Reflective Practice

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Effective Learning Environments

Physical Factors Psychological

Factors Relational Factors Contextual Factors

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Instructional Strategies

Selection Factors Nature of Content Learner Characteristics Environmental

Considerations Disciplinary Requirements Experiential/Educational

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Instructional Techniques Lecture Discussion One-on-One OJT Self-managed

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Games Role Play Case Study Critical

Incident Simulation

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Teaching Aids Newsprint Charts Handouts PowerPoint & Overhead Slides Internet Resources Self-Managed Modules Reference Materials Job Aids Procedural Policies

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Assessment & Evaluation

Background Knowledge Probe

Punctuated Lectures One-Minute Paper “Muddiest Point” Pair & Share Diagnostic Learning Log “What’s the principle?” Skill Summary WDW4HWVWMott © 2006

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Evaluation Measure

Identify a point that “squares” with or reflects your own understanding

What might still be “going round and round” in your head about all this?

Identify three points of new understanding as a result of this instruction.

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Effective Instruction

Content

+Adult Learner

Characteristics

+Environmental Elements

+Appropriate Strategies

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Contact Information

Dr. Vivian W. MottECU College of Education252-328-6177mottv@ecu.edu

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