Best Practices for Instructors

Course Description

Think about the best class you ever attended. What made it a great class? What did the instructor do that was different from other instructors? This course covers the practical knowledge and skills instructors need to teach classes in a corporate environment. The focus of this class is on the best practices surrounding four critical areas: preparation, delivery, classroom activities and media. The basics of learning theory are lightly discussed throughout. In addition, we will explore how the 16 emotional intelligence competencies play a role in your growth as an instructor.

Objectives

By the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

• Describe the attributes of a great instructor
• List the seven preparation activities that are the foundation of a great class
• Identify the emotional intelligence competencies that contribute delivering great training
• Explain the importance of using transition statements
• Create a 1^st day checklist
• Incorporate great ice breaking techniques, games and other activities
• Describe proven techniques to deal with challenges such as alignment issues and difficult students
• Use media effectively in a classroom
• Facilitate or present a 20-minute course using instructor best practices

Learning Tools

Teaching assessment
Group projects
Games

Competencies Developed

Delivery Method
Instructor-led/classroom

Audience:
Anyone who is or will be facilitating a training class

Prerequisites: None

Duration: 3 days

What’s Next:

The Art of Story Telling
Advanced Presentations
Managing the ‘E’ Factor