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Welcome!Thank you for participating in this EES educational program! As a reminder, please make sure you complete the program evaluation in the VA Talent Management System (VA TMS) for this event within 30 days. The evaluation for this program will close permanently after 30 days. Check the program brochure instructions on how to access your program evaluation. Once you have completed and submitted your evaluation, your VA TMS account will show the completion within 24-48 hours and your certificate of attendance will be available in your “Completed Work.”
If you have any questions regarding the evaluation for this program, please contact Joe Douglas: [email protected],
818-895-9311 ext 9156.
Developing Curricula that Maximize Learner Engagement
The Learning Curve Webinar Series Ronni Chernoff, PhD, RD, FADA
Judith L. Howe, PhD, MPA
April 18, 2013
Learning ObjectivesIdentify characteristics of a positive learning environment
for clinicians;
Indicate the steps necessary for curriculum development, implementation and feedback for clinical topics; and
List instructional technologies for clinicians which incorporate distance learning.
Characteristics of a Positive Learning EnvironmentProcess
Students are engaged in the learningThere is a high energy level in the learning environment
OutcomesSignificant and lasting changeLearning that matters and adds value
Personal life Professional life
Teaching/Learning ParadigmsOld
Knowledge transferred from teacher to learner
Learning through memorization
Competitive classroom Faculty holds powerAssessment through testsReliance on books, “teacher
in front of board”
NewKnowledge is jointly
constructed Learning through relatingCooperative learning and
teachingShared powerCriterion-referenced and use
portfoliosTechnology prevalent (Fink, L.D., 2003)
Knowles’ Model of Adult Learning
The relationship between teacher and student is one of mutual respect.
The student’s experience counts for as much as the teacher’s knowledge.
Learning is student-centered rather than teacher-centered.
Knowles’ Model of Adult Learning
Promotes a climate of:
Openness CollaborationCompetence Creativity Success
(Hanson, 2001)
Characteristics of Adult LearnersHeterogeneous
Multiple responsibilities
Varied backgrounds
Voluntary learners
Problem-centered learners
Engaging Teaching FormatsRole playingSimulationsDebatesCase StudiesWriting-across-the curriculumSmall group learningService learningReflection through journalingOnline learning
Curriculum Design
Subject Matter
Knowledge
Faculty-Learner Interactions
Course Management
Course
FOUR COMPONENTS TO PREPARE FOR TEACHING A COURSE
Fink, L.D., 2003
Steps for Curriculum Development
Problem Identification
● Characterize and describe the issue that will be the focus of the program
● Can we address the most recent knowledge in the literature to support the educational initiative?
● Is this issue relevant to the practice of the target audience?
● How can this be determined?
Needs AssessmentWho is your target audience?How can you assess its needs?
Talk to members of the target groupSurvey the target groupObserve the target group
What is the preferred method for teaching the target audience members?
Planning committee is often helpful in gauging topic priorities
Determine goals and objectivesIdentify the end toward which an effort is
directedGoals and Objectives –specific and
measurable (ASK)Direct the choice of curricular contentClearly communicate the purpose or the aim
of the program
Educational methodologyWhat is the best way to transfer this information?
Think about the basics of adult educationIs the information relevant to the learners?Does the new information build on already “owned”
knowledge?Can you get the learner actively involved?Is the topic perceived by the target audience to be
important to improving its knowledge/skills to do a better job?
Educational methodologyWhat methods will you use?
LectureSlides VideoDiscussion or debatesGroup activitiesComputer simulations
How creative can you be?
Structuring an educational event curriculumSetting topic priorities based on needs
assessment and expert input
What instructional method best fits with topic
What is the projected time frame
Structuring an educational event curriculumWhat is the physical space like
ClassroomAuditoriumBreakout roomsClinic areaLab space
Structuring an educational event curriculumOutline topicAssign time blocks for each partExplore possible support strategies
SlidesVideosHandoutsDemonstrationsSimulations Trigger tapes for discussionCase materials
Structuring an educational event curriculumIdentify main take away pointsUse introduction to “set the stage”: why is this
topic important?Develop content to highlight take away points
Content mapping is looking at time allocation for main points and structuring the program to best reflect priority information
Structuring an educational event curriculum
Summarize the main points to emphasize what is important and supports the objectives
Structuring an educational event curriculumWork with topic outline to see where
illustrations, support material, other media can be used to make a stronger case and more take-away points
Anecdotes and supporting materials are often more memorable than just listening to a lecture or looking at slides
Structuring an educational event curriculumConsider handout material so participant/learner has
something to take home to reinforce new material retention Handout of slides for note-takingTables from slides that need to be larger to be readPamphlets, brochures or other reference materialBibliographyResource list
Implement CurriculumDevelop materials
Create handoutsGoals and objectivesSupport material for contentReferencesParticipant profilesEvaluation forms
Implement CurriculumTeach the curriculumEngage the learnersAssure adequate time for questions or
discussionGive and get feedback
EvaluateHave learners evaluate the presentation
Leave time for open-ended questions and participant comments, suggestions for improvement, ideas for other topics
EvaluateAsk questions about supporting materials –
what did the learners enjoy or think was valuable
Evaluate yourselfWere you comfortableDid you cover everything you wanted to
Thank You!
In order to receive your certificate of attendance, you must complete your program evaluation in the VA Talent Management System (VA TMS) within 30 days. The evaluation for this program will close permanently after 30 days. Check the program brochure instructions on how to access your program evaluation. Once you have completed and submitted your evaluation, your VA TMS account will show the completion within 24-48 hours and your certificate of attendance will be available in your “Completed Work.”
If you have any questions regarding the evaluation for this program, please contact Joe Douglas: [email protected]
, 818-895-9311 ext 9156.