Introduction to Instruction
Workshop #901
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Course Description
Introduces attendees to the role
of the AYSO instructor and the
basic instructional skills used to
present AYSO courses
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Learning Objectives
To introduce instructor candidates to:
• Basic teaching skills
• What it means to be an AYSO instructor
• Basic presentation methods
• Use of teaching plans
• Use of visual aids
• Asking and answering questions
• Additional certification requirements
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Course Outline
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Introduction
What it Means To Be An AYSO Instructor
What Is AYSO Instruction
Knowing the AYSO Philosophies
What is Instruction
Available Resources
Using AYSO Approved Teaching Plans
Teaching Methods
Visual Aids
Questioning Techniques
eAYSO for Instructors
What's Next
Before the course begins,
take a quick survey.
Please take out a pen and paper and
answer the following question.
What are the 6 AYSO Philosophies?
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The AYSO Philosophies
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Everyone Plays®
Balanced Teams
Open Registration
Positive Coaching
Good Sportsmanship
Player Development
What it Means to Be an
AYSO Instructor
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Why is AYSO Instruction Unique?
• The philosophies
• Part of national organization
• AYSO culture
• Focus on soccer with child
development in mind
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AYSO Vision Statement
Contains five key elements.
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The five key elements of the
AYSO Vision Statement
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World class
Youth
Soccer programs
Enrich
Children
AYSO Vision Statement
To provide world class
youth soccer programs
that enrich children’s lives
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As AYSO Instructors
we are
The window to AYSO
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The AYSO Philosophies
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Everyone Plays
Balanced Teams
Open Registration
Positive Coaching
Good Sportsmanship
Player Development
As AYSO Instructors
we are
The window to AYSO
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What is
AYSO instruction?
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Abilities Common to Adult Learners
The ability…
To communicate
The ability…
To learn
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Learning can be reinforced by:
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Repetition
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Questioning
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Use of different methods of instruction
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Confirmation: examinations/quizzes/learning
exercises
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Demonstration
Available Resources
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Available Resources
eAYSO.org
Course rosters, and volunteer information
AYSO.org
Teaching plans and publications
AYSO Supply Center and AYSOtraining.org
Documents and materials
Region, Area, Section and National Staff
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AYSO Supply Center Documents
AYSO Reference Book
AYSO Edition FIFA Laws of the Game
Coaching and Referee Manuals
Program Administration Manuals
Introduction to Instruction Resource Book
also found at www.aysotraining.org
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For additional assistance contact
Region, Area, Section Staff and National Staff
Advisory Commissions: Coach, Referee,
Management, Tournament
National Office Staff
Experienced Instructors in the Region, Area,
Section, NBOD and National Office.
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Using AYSO
Approved Teaching Plans
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General Information
All available at www.ayso.org
Use only current, approved teaching plans and
adhere to specified time allotted
Variations may exist in format for teaching plans
in the different disciplines -- coach, referee,
management or other programs
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Teaching Plans Provide
• A focus for learning
• Systematic teaching
• Consistent content across AYSO
• Identified teaching objectives
• Overall course organization
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Kinds of Teaching Plans
Course Plans:
Teaching plans for a complete course
Lesson Plans:
Teaching plans for individual lessons,
classes, modules, workshops, etc.
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Elements of a Course Plan
• Course Description
• Course Prerequisites
• Teaching Objectives
• Equipment and Materials
• Instructor Notes
• Course Outline
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Elements of a Lesson Plan
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Description
Goals
Attendee Materials
Instructor Equipment and Materials
List of Attachments
Introduction
Body of the Lesson Plan
Conclusion
Confirmation
Sample Course and Lesson Plan U-8
Official Course
Aug 2003
July 2005
Aug 2007
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Change History
Course created
Course revised to include
officiating U-6 games
Course revised into a single
course plan
Course Plan - U-8 Official
Course Description
The U-8 Official Course prepares volunteers to officiate
games with players under 8 years old
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Referee Safe Haven Certification
Teaching Objectives
How to start the game
When to stop the game
How to restart the game
Equipment and Materials
LCD and Overhead Projectors
Attendee Handouts
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Course Plan - U-8 Official
Instructor Notes
Remember to keep it simple and only teach the
fundamentals
Course Outline
Module 2 – The Game of Soccer
Module 3 – Understanding U-8 Players
Module 4 – Pre-game and Post-game Duties
Module 5 – Starting the game
Module 6 – Stopping the game
Module 7 – Restarting the game
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Lesson Plan - Module 2
The Game of Soccer
Description
Duration 30 minutes.
Introduction to AYSO, the game and officiating
Goals
Introduce the 6 philosophies of AYSO
Introduce the AYSO Team
Brief review of History of the Game
Explain the “Spirit of the Game”
Emphasize the philosophy of refereeing
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Lesson Plan - Module 2
The Game of Soccer
Attendee Materials
AYSO Edition of the Laws of the Game
Guidance for Referees , Coaches, Other Volunteers
and Parents
Instructor Equipment and Materials
LCD or overhead projector with PowerPoint or
transparencies
List of Attachments
AYSO Tenets and AYSO Team triangle
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Lesson Plan - Module 2
The Game of Soccer
Introduction
Introduce yourself and your topic
Body of the Lesson
AYSO Tenets
AYSO Team
History of the Game
Spirit of the Game
Philosophy of Refereeing
Conclusion
Review and Confirm
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Teaching Methods
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Teaching Methods
Lecture:Tell how to do it
Most control – Least effective
Demonstration: Show how to do it
Some control – More effective
Guided Participation: Help them do it
Least control – Most effective
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Function of a Presentation
Provide accurate, correct, official information
Motivate attendees to learn, think and act
Present the subject in a non-threatening manner
Create an environment of trust, respect and
authority
Offer interaction, involvement and integration
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Is Lecture, Demonstration or
Guided Participation the Best?
How does straight lecture make you feel?
What about demonstration alone?
What about just guided participation?
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Points to Remember
Diversity enhances learning experience.
Too much of any teaching technique will
overwhelm or underwhelm the attendees.
A balanced approach is best, using technique
that best fits the material.
Presentation style requires practice and
practice and practice and …
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Review
What are the three basic presentation
techniques?
Which technique is the best to use?
What one technique should you try to not
use too much?
How do you develop your instructor skills?
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Visual Aids
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Audio-Visual Aids
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Props
Charts or White/Black Boards
Projected Media/Videos
Overheads/PowerPoint
Handouts
Props/Objects
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Meaningful
• Easily seen Meaningful
• Avoid Distraction
• Easily seen
• AYSO and age-appropriate
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Flip Charts
White/Chalk Boards
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Projected Media
• Create Horizontally
• Consider Legibility
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Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
Can you read this text?
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Avoid using too much text on your
slides – as this forces the learner to
read the text instead of listening to
the instructor.
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Projected Media
• Create Horizontally
• Legibility
• Use Key Word Phrases
• Allow Time To Read
• Stand To The Left
• Talk To Them - Not The Screen
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Handouts
• Reinforce Main Points
• Help Organize Notes
• Additional Detail
• References
• When To Hand Them Out
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Review
What are some examples of visual aids?
What one do you like the best and why?
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Questioning
Techniques
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Why are there questions?
Lack of experience
Can’t hear
Seeking more meaning
Confirming that they understand
Want understanding in face of opposing info
Prior knowledge/experience
Other ideas from small groups
Bird walking
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Answering Questions
Repeat Question if Necessary
Answer question clearly and completely
Make sure you have answered questions
Proceed with rest of lesson – don’t get
sidetracked
If Necessary, Park Question and return at
end!
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Don’t know the
answer?
DON’T MAKE IT UP!
Referees: You WILL NOT pass your evaluation!
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Creative
Questioning to
Enhance Learning
•Confirming Questions
•Probing
•Involving the Class
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QUESTIONING TECHNIQUES
• Ask the question clearly
• Pause (let them think!)
• Pick someone (new!)
• Listen closely (everyone)
• Emphasize correct answer
• Or ask again
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Summary
Repeat, Answer, Make Sure, Proceed!
Don’t answer questions you don’t Know!
Ask, Pause, Pick, Listen, Emphasize
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Review
Why are questions important?
To ensure attendees understand the material
whether the instructor is asking or
answering questions.
To keep attendees engaged.
To ensure there are not misconceptions.
Any other comments?
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eAYSO for Instructors
Learning Objectives:
• How to Request/Roster a Course
• Managing Attendees
• Completing and Returning Rosters
• Cancel a Course
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Coach Administrator
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Requesting a Course
Under Region,
Instructor,
Select Course
Request
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Coach Administrator
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Requesting a Course
Enter Section, Course Name, Start Date,
State, and City.
Enter Lead Instructor - must have correct
Instructor certifications
Enter Course Contact
Enter Course Verifier: Region, Area,
Section or National level required
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Coach Administrator
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Requesting a Course
Successful
Course Request
returns Roster #
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Requesting a Course
Invalid Instructor
certifications or Course
Verification credentials
result in Pending Roster
status
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Coach Administrator
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Managing Attendees
Or Search by
Instructor Last
Name, etc.
Enter Roster
Number &
Search
Select the Roster &
Manage Roster
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Coach Administrator
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Managing Attendees
Add Roster
Attendees
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Coach Administrator
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Managing Attendees
Search for
Attendee
Select Attendee
and Add attendee
to program
roster
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Coach Administrator
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Managing Attendees
Once all
attendees
have been
added,
select Back
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Complete & Return Rosters
Check
Completed to
give attendees
credit and
select Return
Roster
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Complete & Return Rosters
or Check
Completed
Modules to
give attendees
credit and
select Return
Roster
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Coach Administrator
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Cancel a Roster
Or Search by
Instructor Last
Name, etc.
Enter Roster
Number &
Search
Select the Roster &
Cancel Roster
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Coach Administrator
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eAYSO for Instructors
Check Instructor
Page of ayso.org for
more information
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Coach Administrator
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What’s Next?
Thanks for attending
Introduction
to
Instruction
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