Course description
Through lectures, discussion (synchronous and asynchronous) and various assignments, participants will explore a wide variety of instructional techniques including: lecture, group discussion, demonstration, icebreakers, case study, brainstorming, debate, fishbowl, collage, role-play, panel discussions and skits. Factors affecting the selection of techniques will also be addressed. Participants will demonstrate their mastery of instructional techniques through the design and on-line delivery of a lesson. Instructional strategies or approaches to learning which include a wide variety of techniques will also be covered by reviewing some of the most common strategies including co-operative learning, problem-based learning and action learning. In addition to instructional techniques and strategies, classroom management issues and the use of media and resources will also be covered. Students will be required to use a microphone for some of the course assignments.
Course details
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Additional information: This course is offered through OntarioLearn. Find out more about OntarioLearn courses and booking your exams.
Textbooks can be purchased from www.textnet.ca. No substitutions unless otherwise stated.
Required textbook(s):
Textbook title: The Art of Teaching Adults: How to Become an Exceptional Instructor Author: Peter Renner Publisher: Training Associates Edition: 10th Expended ISBN: 0969731922 or 97809697319
Host college: DU
Additional information: This course is offered through OntarioLearn. Find out more about OntarioLearn courses and booking your exams.
Textbooks can be purchased from www.textnet.ca. No substitutions unless otherwise stated.
Required textbook(s):
Textbook title: The Art of Teaching Adults: How to Become an Exceptional Instructor Author: Peter Renner Publisher: Training Associates Edition: 10th Expended ISBN: 0969731922 or 97809697319
Host college: DU