Virtual Instructor Program
Virtual Instructor Program Overview
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In this virtual, 6-session, program you will gain the skills, techniques and confidence required to deliver effective and highly engaging learning in the virtual classroom. Whether you are a new instructor or just new to delivering synchronous learning, this program offers plenty of hands-on practical application and strategies to transition from the traditional to the virtual classroom.
This dynamic program is delivered online, presenting a variety of interactive techniques and activities that model best practices in a virtual classroom environment. As a participant in this program, you will learn to manage the virtual environment and apply techniques specifically designed to motivate learners and effectively transfer skill and knowledge. You will have plenty of opportunity to apply a systematic learning process, adult learning principles, and instructional techniques for the virtual classroom. You will present two online lessons, based on your work-related content, and immediate receive feedback from our CTT+ Virtual Classroom Trainer certified facilitator as well as recordings of your lessons (and feedback) for personal viewing and future reference.
You will experience the virtual classroom from both the learner’s and facilitator’s perspectives.
NOTE: Participation in this program requires the use of VOIP communications. A computer headset is highly recommended for best audio quality. We also recommend a hardwired internet connection rather than wifi.
“It was a great program—I learned a lot about gearing your presentations specifically to adult learners. The FKA facilitator’s feedback and the feedback from other participants was extremely valuable. Thank you to everyone. Just awesome!”
Chelsea Bakri
The Ottawa Hospital
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We are moving our face-to-face programs to an online format due to physical distancing constraints. We will resume our classroom facilitation when it is possible to do so safely.
Who Should Attend the Virtual Instructor Program?
- New or relatively new instructors, or instructors who have never participated in any formal train-the-trainer programs
- Experienced instructors who are new to the virtual classroom
- Participate in an online program that models all the best practices for keeping remote learners motivated and engaged.
- Small groups ensure you get opportunities to practice with the technology, individual attention and expert feedback.
- Establish a solid grounding in delivery using the technology available and build your confidence and skills from there.
- Receive a comprehensive manual that supports effective adult learning during the online sessions and will be a valuable reference after the program.
- No travel for you and only a few short blocks of time away from your job.
- Receive Complimentary Post-Learning Sustainment.
- Apply Adult Learning Principles in the virtual classroom.
- Use learner-centered lesson objectives.
- Describe and apply the Systematic Learning Process.
- Use voice effectively.
- Establish and maintain a positive learning environment for the virtual classroom.
- Capture and maintain learner interest in a live session.
- Encourage participation.
- Use an inclusive communication style.
- Apply listening skills.
- Test for understanding during presentation.
- Apply questioning skills to promote interaction and learning.
- Provide constructive feedback orally and in writing to the remote learner.
- Recognize and resolve behavior problems with remote learners.
- Practice recorded lessons with feedback, using appropriate virtual platform capabilities.
- Capabilities of the Virtual Classroom
- Focus on the Learners:
- Adult Learning Principles
- Lesson Objectives
- Systematic Learning Process
- Instructional Strategies
- Implementing PAF
- Connecting by Voice
- Keeping Learners Engaged
- VIVE
- Variety of Presentation Methods
- Interactivity
- Visuals
- Examples
- Responsibilities and Skills of the Virtual Trainer
- Establishing the Learning Environment
- Group Process
- Managing the Task Component
- Monitoring Tools
- Communication Styles
- Listening Skills
- Questioning Techniques and Logistics
- Testing for Understanding (TFU)
- Question Levels
- Aligning Objectives ad TFUs
- Questioning Process
- Verbal Behavior
- Handling Difficult Situations
Applying What You Learn
- Practice three individual online lessons
- Instructor Notes Template
- Adult Learning Principles
- Systematic Learning Process Checklist
- Action Verbs
- VIVE
- Choosing/Adapting Presentation Methods
- Tips for Effective Online Demonstrations
- Question Logistics
- Guidelines for Using Media Effectively
- Communication Skills
- Voice and Language
- Voice Analysis Checklist
- Verbalizing Transitions
- Types of Verbal Behaviour
This program includes:
- Pre-course assignments
- 6 live facilitated online sessions (2 to 2.5-hours long)
- Assignments between the online sessions
Online Workshop – 6 Live Sessions – Call for program price – plus applicable taxes
A multi-week program with scheduled group sessions.