Classroom Dynamics for Clinical & Allied Health Instructors Martin Community College March 3-6, 2006 Vivian W. Mott, Ph.D. East Carolina University College of Education VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

2 Schedule 9:00amIntroductions & Session Overview 9:30amLearning in Adulthood 10:30am ~BREAK~ 10:45amEffective Learning Environments 11:45am ~LUNCH~ 12:30pmInstructional Strategies 2:00pm ~BREAK~ 2:15pmAssessment & Evaluation 3:15pmApplication Plans 3:30pmADJOURN VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

3 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; Describe appropriate assessment and evaluation measures. VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

4 Learning in Adulthood Andragogy Generational Differences Learning Styles Developmental Models Reflective Practice VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

5 Effective Learning Environments Physical Factors Psychological Factors Relational Factors Contextual Factors VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

6 Instructional Strategies Selection Factors Nature of Content Learner Characteristics Environmental Considerations Disciplinary Requirements Experiential/Educational Levels VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

7 Instructional Techniques Lecture Discussion One-on-One OJT Self-managed VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06 Games Role Play Case Study Critical Incident Simulation

8 Teaching Aids Newsprint Charts Handouts PowerPoint & Overhead Slides Internet Resources Self-Managed Modules Reference Materials Job Aids Procedural Policies VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

9 Assessment & Evaluation Background Knowledge Probe Punctuated Lectures One-Minute Paper “Muddiest Point” Pair & Share Diagnostic Learning Log “What’s the principle?” Skill Summary WDW 4 HW VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

10 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.

11 Effective Instruction Content + Adult Learner Characteristics + Environmental Elements + Appropriate Strategies VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06

12 Contact Information Dr. Vivian W. Mott ECU College of Education VWMott © 2006 Rev: 1 Mar ‘06