Classroom Management & the Planning & Logistics Guide, Preparing For Success

1. Classroom Management & the Planning & Logistics Guide, Preparing For Success Module 6

2. Module 6 Objectives Upon completion of this module, the participant will be able to: • Describe methods to “set the stage” for participants. • Identify potential logistical problems in the classroom.

3. Module 6 Objectives (Cont’d) • Explain the four guidelines for handling disruptions • Describe characteristics of disruptive participants • Select strategies for dealing with problems in the classroom • Understand the CPS Planning and Logistics Guide.

4. Setting the stage for participants • Before the course begins • Setup • Logistics • Greeting • Introductions

5. Four Guidelines for Handling Disruptions • Eliminate the behavior early • Maintain the self esteem of the participant • Maintain your dignity by controlling your temper and emotions • Avoid any further disruptions to learning

6. Characteristics of Problem Participants • Resents instructors position of authority • Feels superior • Bored or sleepy • Too familiar with trainer • Nervous energy • Craves attention • Lacks manners

7. Characteristics of Problem Participants (Cont’d) • Shy • Talkative • Overly Dependent • Complainer • Resents the training • Teacher’s Pet • Technological gadgets

8. Work Session Directions • Read and be prepared to discuss “Problem Participant Type” • Identify possible strategies for handling the problem • Evaluate each strategy against the four conditions below: • Will it eliminate or minimize the behavior? • Will it maintain the student’s self-esteem? • Will it maintain the dignity of the instructor? • Will it avoid further disruption to learning?

9. CPS Planning and Logistics Guide • The National CPS Certification Training Planning and Logistics Guide is a valuable tool to use when organizing and/or hosting a Certification course.

10. Guide Overview • Program Overview • Certification Process • Course Planning • Instructor Team • Demonstration Equipment • Checklists • Sample course confirmation letter and course information sheet

11. Course Team Members • Lead Instructor • Course Administrator • Assistant Instructors • CPS Technician Instructor Candidate • CPS Instructor Mentors

12. Course Planning Process • Policies and Procedures Manual • Contact your State CPS Training Coordinator • Choose the Instructor Team • Location and Date for course • Set Training Agenda

13. Course Planning Process, cont. • Set Pre-Course Meeting • Recruit Students & Provide Course Details • Schedule CRS checkup event • Utilize the Checklist found in the CPS Planning and Logistics Guide.

14. Work Session • Divide into groups of 3. • Each group should find the answers to the assigned questions. All answers can be found in the Guide.

15. Module 6 Summary • Describe methods to “set the stage” for participants • Identify potential logistical problems in the classroom • Explain the four guidelines for handling disruptions • Describe characteristics of disruptive participants

16. Module 6 Summary (Cont’d) • Select strategies for dealing with problems in the classroom • CPS Certification Planning and Logistics Guide