Instructor Development
Course
Emergency Care & Safety
Institute
Instructor Development
Course
Module 1
Introduction
Course Objectives
• Describe the anticipated outcomes of
the Instructor Development Course
(IDC).
Module 1
Course Introductions
• Instructor-Trainer
• About the local ECSI Educational
Center
• Instructor Candidates
Module 1
IDC Overview
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About AAOS
About ECSI
Course Logistics
About the IDC materials
About the IDC
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About the AAOS
• American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons
• Education
• 24,000 members internationally
• First EMT book in 1971
• Working with ACEP for combined
medical approval of course content
Module 1
About ECSI
• Educational organization
• Network of Educational Centers and
Instructors
• Providing high quality emergency
training
• Many courses to choose from
• Layperson and professional
• Approved by ACEP
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Course Logistics
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Agenda
Breaks
Food & drinks
Bathrooms
Emergencies
Module 1
About IDC Materials
• Instructor Candidate
Manual
• Instructor Resource
Manual(s)
• Instructor ancillaries
• Videos/DVDs/Toolkit
CD/Website
• Participant manual(s)
Module 1
About the IDC
• Reviewing the course agenda
• Practice teaching assignments
Module 1
Skill Proficiency Assessment
• Small groups
• Practice skills
• Verify proficiency
Module 1
Instructor Development
Course
Module 2
Instructor Attributes
First Impressions
• Creating a good first impression is
critical !
Module 2
Introductions
• Introductions
• Relax participants
• Invite participation
• Help get to know others
• Invite and encourage learning
• Overview course requirements
Module 2
Introductions
• Tips
• Arrive early
• Start on time
• Provide information about yourself
• State course requirements
• Listen to participants
Module 2
A Good Instructor
• What are the attributes of a good
instructor?
Module 1
The Good Instructor (1 of 2)
• Attributes
• Enthusiasm
• Expertise
• Clear communications
• Empathy
Module 2
The Good Instructor (2 of 2)
• Attributes
• Freedom from biases
• Organized
• Caring and nurturing students
• Sense of humor
• Flexibility
Module 2
Instructor Development
Course
Module 3
Learning Styles
Participant Characteristics
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Why they are attending
Current level of training
Education levels
Mixture of group
Enthusiasm
Specific training needs
Physical challenges
Module 3
Reason for Taking Class
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Job function or to get job
Family/friend situation
Parent, teacher, babysitter
Just for the information
Social relationships
Personal growth
Module 3
Learning Styles
• Visual
• Looking, watching
• Auditory
• Hearing, reading
• Kinesthetic (physical)
• Hands-on
Module 3
Motivating the Adult Learner
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Attitude
Need
Stimulation
Competence
Reinforcement
Module 3
Characteristics of Adult Learners
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Learning as relevant
Participation
Goal-oriented
Meeting personal needs
Life experiences
Respect
Module 3
Instructor Development
Course
Module 4
Managing the Challenging Participant
The Challenging Participant (1 of 2)
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Know-it-all
Sidetracker
Whiner
Challenger
Module 4
The Challenging Participant (2 of 2)
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Class Clown
Worrier
Chatterbox
Drop out
Module 4
Instructor Development
Course
Module 5
Course Preparation
Planning
• Determine Location
• Determine date & time
• Advertise appropriately
Module 5
Advertising
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Flyers
Newspaper ads
Posters
Bulletin boards
Websites
Phone/word-of-mouth
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Specific Customer Needs (1 of 2)
• Interview customer
to assess needs:
• Type of class
• CPR
• BBP exposure
• Specific
illnesses/injuries
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Specific Customer Needs (2 of 2)
• Interview client to
assess needs:
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OSHA Log 200
State/local licensing
AED use
Medical control for
AED
Module 5
Instructor Resource Manuals
Section 2
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Topics and time frames
Depth of materials
Instructor to student ratio
Equipment to student ratio
Skill assessments
Module 5
Instructor Resource Manuals
Section 3
• Teaching Methods:
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Lecture
Discussion
Group Activities
Demonstration
Skill Practice
Case Studies
Role play
Module 5
Instructor Resource Manuals
Sections 4 & 5
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Objectives
Scenarios
Teaching points
Videos/DVDs
Skills practice
Assessing progress
Module 5
Your Lesson Plan
• Strategy for teaching the
class
• Essential component of
course
• Roadmap to keep an
instructor on the right path
Module 5
Instructor Development
Course
Module 6
Teaching Strategies
Handling Questions
• During the presentation
• After the presentation
Module 6
Teaching Methods
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Lecture
Discussion
Group Activities
Case Studies
Demonstration
Skill Practice
Role play
Module 6
Lecture
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Discussion
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Group Activities
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Demonstration
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Skill Practice
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Case Studies
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Role Playing
• Strong points
• Weak points
Module 6
Tips for Handling Questions (1 of 3)
• If the instructor asks the questions:
• Avoid yes/no questions
• Start general and get specific
• Keep to specific topic
• Do not interrupt answer
Module 6
Tips for Handling Questions (2 of 3)
• If the students ask the questions:
• Listen to entire question
• Repeat so others can hear question
• Ask to repeat if not understood
• Ask if answer was adequate
Module 6
Tips for Handling Questions (3 of 3)
• If the students ask the questions
• Avoid going off-topic
• Stick to the question
• Involve all participants
• Do not debate the question
• If answer unknown, admit and look up
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Communication Skills
• Listening is a key skill
• Provide complete instructions
Module 6
Three Characteristics of Excellent
Presenters
• Handle nervousness
• Picture a positive self-image
• Manage the way one looks and sounds
Module 6
The 5 Cs of Presenting
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Confident
Credible
Competent
Convincing
Comfortable
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Audiovisual Aids
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Chalkboard/Dry erase board
Easel and pad
Computer/multimedia projector
VCR/DVD and television
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Audiovisual Hints (1 of 2)
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Organize AV aids
Practice using them
Make sure they work
Do not read Power Point slides
Talk to students, not to the screen
Do not stand in front of screen
Module 6
Audiovisual Hints (2 of 2)
• AV aids enhance your presentation, they
are not meant to be your presentation !
Module 6
Refining Your Presentations
Module 6
Instructor Development
Course
Module 7
Presentation Skills
Your Presentations
Module 7
Instructor Development
Course
Module 8
Course Conclusion
End of Course Activities
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Skills and knowledge exams
Course completion cards
Course evaluations
Closing comments
Module 8
After the Course
• Look around room for
belongings
• Gather and organize
materials
• Keep course roster
• Clean/replace equipment
and supplies
Module 8
The Next Steps
• Teach first course with another
instructor or Instructor Trainer.
• Instructor card issued at that time
• Card expiration dates
• Register online at www.ECSInstitute.org
• Visit the website frequently
• Updates
• Instructor tools
Module 8
Questions
• Any final questions?
Module 8