1. Methods of Instruction
M Capt Phinney
2 x 30 min Ref: Level 3 IGs
Methods of Instruction

2. Review – What did we learn last time?
Principles of Instruction: ICEPAC
Interest
Comprehension
Emphasis
Participation
Accomplishment
Confirmation

3. What are some different ways you can teach?

4. Two main types of lessons:
Knowledge
Skill
Plan carefully
Break down skill into steps
Rehearse sequence to ensure clear & accurate
Prepare lesson plan
Prepare materials for demo/practice
Organize class to see demo
Allow cadets to practice under supervision
Provide assistance/ re-demo
Practice until skill is achieved
Select an instructional method
Research info thoroughly
Summarize info
Prepare questions/activities
Prepare confirmation
Prepare training aids

5. Group Activity
Break into six groups. Each group will be given a card with a method of instruction. Prepare to explain this method to the class. Brainstorm what topics would be best taught with this method.

6. Practical Activity How to do it: Review background info
Distribute handouts
Introduce activity
Stress safety
Brief cadets on expectations
Do activity
Supervise and provide assistance
Watch for safety infractions
Conclude activity
Debrief cadets
Various applications
Prep:
Know skill, gather material, organize area, ensure timings, prepare handouts, get assistants if necessary, divide cadets into groups
Activity based learning

7. Prep: specify objectives, determine time and location, obtain authorization, determine timings, determine activities needed, determine personnel, arrange transport, supervision, and meals, determine equipment requirements, groupings, safety
Field Trip
Participate in an activity in a real-life setting
Applications: introduce/illustrate topics, reinforce learning, inject variety, view things that can’t be seen in the classroom
How to do it:
Inform cadets (time/place)
Brief cadets (objectives, timings/groupings, what they will be doing)
During (ensure safety, participation, and objectives are met)
After (debrief & confirm objectives)

8. Demonstration & Performance
Cadets observe the skill then practice under supervision
How to do it:
Demonstrate skills
Explain where & why
Handouts
Explain & demo each step
Practice, reinforce positives, provide correction,
Perform skill for confirmation
Encourage practice outside of class
Prep: know skill, gather materials, break down into steps, practice, prep handouts, organize training area
Applications: teach hands-on concepts

9. Prep: develop game (simple, quick, easy to organize, few rules, minimal equipment, maximum participation), use variations of games cadets know, determine how games will work, obtain resources, organize training area
Game
Cadets can practice skills and confirm knowledge
How to do it:
Brief cadets on objectives & rules
Play game (supervise, ensure safety & participation)
End game
Debrief cadets
Applications – must support learning

10. Interactive Lecture
Best used for knowledge lessons & involves instructor lead activities
Applications: introducing a subject, background information, instructions, reviews, concepts, etc
How to do it:
Begin each TP with an attention-getter
Use visual aids
Pay attention to alertness & deal with problems
Interesting facts, participatory questions & activity
Confirm each TP with questions
Lesson confirmation
Prep: Use attention getters, participatory questions, evaluative questions, training aids, in-class activity, practice

11. In-Class Activity
Used to stimulate interest and encourage participation in class
Prep: create activity, specify objective, obtain materials, write-out instructions, write-out directions, arrange for assistants, prepare handouts, organize training area
How to do it:
Introduce activity
Brief on expectations
Stress timings
Ensure resources
Begin activity
Supervise & assist
Conclude
Confirm TPs
Debrief
Applications: can be used in both knowledge and skill lessons

12. Confirmation Activity
Look at the handouts provided. Describe which method of instruction you would use for each topic. Briefly explain why you would use this method.

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Wear the Air Cadet Uniform
Participate in a Discussion of Year One Summer Training Opportunities
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Operate a Hand Held Radio
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Discuss Aircraft Flown in WWI and WWII
Discuss Leadership within a Peer Setting
Identify Year Two CSTC Training Opportunities
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