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Fire Service Course Delivery FFP - 1740

Fire Service Course Delivery FFP - 1740. Florida State Fire College Ocala, Florida. Chapter 1. The Role of the Instructors. Terminal Objective.

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Fire Service Course Delivery FFP - 1740

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  1. Fire Service Course DeliveryFFP - 1740 Florida State Fire College Ocala, Florida FFP1740

  2. Chapter 1 The Role of the Instructors FFP1740

  3. Terminal Objective • The participant will be able to define the roles of an instructor in a classroom and function as a fire service instructor as defined by NFPA 1041, Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications and Florida Rule 69A-37. FFP - 1740

  4. Enabling Objectives • Know the difference of Instructor I, II, & III as defined in NFPA 1041 and Florida Statute 633 (69A-37) • Define various roles of an instructor • Define characteristics of an instructor • List responsibilities • Explain how ethics influence students and instruction in a classroom • Understand legal issues faced by instructors FFP - 1740

  5. Enabling Objectives • Identify difficult students and how to deal with them • Discuss how to issue discipline in the class • Describe basic communications model • Describe types of feedback • Discuss instructor’s role in safety in the classroom FFP - 1740

  6. Who is the Instructor? • The most knowledgeable? • The best presenter? FFP - 1740

  7. Instructor as a Career • Fire department training officer • Regional, state, and training centers • Private concerns • Colleges, universities, and vocational schools FFP - 1740

  8. Administrator Counselor/adviser Disciplinarian/coach Evaluator Facilitator Mentor Presenter Representative Role model Supervisor Fire Service Instructor’s Hats FFP - 1740

  9. Administrator • Overall course operations and logistics • Organized • Detail oriented • Effective communications skills FFP - 1740

  10. Administrator • Schedule and plan courses • Arrange appropriate facilities • Initiate communications • Maintain proper records FFP - 1740

  11. Counselor/Advisor • Trustworthy • Empathetic • Active listener FFP - 1740

  12. Disciplinarian/Coach • Discipline is often a negative term • Coach • Establish standards of behavior • Consistent in enforcement Coach and referee FFP - 1740

  13. Written/oral tests and quizzes Essay questions Practical exams Project assignments Presentation check lists Observational reports Peer review Question and answer sessions Evaluator FFP - 1740

  14. Facilitator • Assist the student in the learning process • Student paced delivery • + increases comprehension • - requires constant monitoring of discussion time FFP - 1740

  15. Mentor • Assists in professional growth • Recognizes student strengths • Be aware and accept weaknesses • Not threatened by students that excel FFP - 1740

  16. Presenter • Make the class come alive • Active training • Be “on stage” FFP - 1740

  17. Representative/Ambassador • Communicate agency’s message appropriately • Be well versed in standards • Organization • State • National FFP - 1740

  18. Representative/Ambassador • Deviating from standards may open liability issues • Enhancing material may be appropriate to meet local needs • Do not delete established content or objectives FFP - 1740

  19. Be an achiever Be admired by others Genuinely caring Maintain high standards Have a positive attitude Hard work Dedication Role Model “I think it’s an honor to be arole model to one person or maybe more than that. If you are given a chance to be a role model, I think you should always take it because you can influence a person’s life in a positive light, and that’s what I want to do. That’s what it’s all about” Tiger Woods FFP - 1740

  20. Supervisor • Directs and inspects performance • Responsible for the students • Recruit and supervise “assistant” instructors FFP - 1740

  21. Activity Time • Two lists • A good instructor should _____. • A good instructor should not _____. FFP - 1740

  22. Most important "Be yourself" FFP - 1740

  23. Ethical Issues • Build moral credibility • Be fair • Act with integrity • Act with honor FFP - 1740

  24. Ethical Issues • Ethics – good or evil – right or wrong – could it be that simple? • Morals – principles and values that guide for good and bad • Values – guiding principles of behavior • Most of these come from life experiences FFP - 1740

  25. Ethical Theories • Divine law • Obey God and you are ok • + provides certainty and guidance • -emphasizes, moral certainty and intolerance FFP - 1740

  26. Ethical Theories • Virtue ethics • Based on ancient Greek philosophy • Good is seeking happiness • Acting virtuously is necessary for happiness • + virtue is it’s own reward and leads to self actualization • - consequences, common good, and principles are ignored FFP - 1740

  27. Ethical Theories • Egoism • If it is right for me then it is ok • + leads to moral certainty and autonomy • -self-centeredness, selfishness, and unrealistic thinking FFP - 1740

  28. Ethical Theories • Ethical relativism • Whatever the individual/group/culture decides is right based on their definitions • + tolerance of others, flexible thinking, and practicality • - rules out criticism of evil and everything considered relative FFP - 1740

  29. Ethical Theories • Utilitarianism • Good is happiness • Reduced pain and misery • Right behavior is the greatest good for the largest number of people • + practical and considers consequences • - vague and justifies mistreatment of minority groups that don’t agree FFP - 1740

  30. Ethical Theories • Duty Ethics • Right behavior is doing your moral duty • Acting as a model for others to follow • + promotion of highly principled behavior and showing respect for others • - ignores circumstances and offers no way to choose among competing principles FFP - 1740

  31. Ethics in Teaching • Plagiarism • Falsifying documents • Cheating • Violence or threats • Harassment FFP - 1740

  32. Ethics in Teaching • Ground rules for ethical discussion • Everyone who wants to speak should be allowed • It is ok to have a difference of opinion as long as both (or more) are respected • Be polite • Have them present facts to support opinions FFP - 1740

  33. Problem Students • Be gentle but firm • Ask them to stop the disruptive activity • Warn no tolerance of future problems • Dismiss if necessary FFP - 1740

  34. The Hesitator • Shy, reluctant, and quiet • Ask easy non-threatening questions • Offer encouragement • Sometimes asking for volunteers may work with these people FFP - 1740

  35. The Monopolizer • Opinionated and likes to dominate discussions • “I’d like to get another opinion” • “I appreciate your input but need to give everyone a chance to participate” FFP - 1740

  36. The Voice of Experience • Uses lots of big words, statistics, and even name dropping • Maintain control by moving to next topic • If they truly are knowledgeable, give them a task or leadership role Cashcampus.com FFP - 1740

  37. The Nonlistener • Attention wanders • Refocus attention with questions • If multiples, maybe it is you that needs refocused FFP - 1740

  38. The Idea Zapper • Puts down ideas of others, inhibits suggestions, or cast doubt on solutions • Can easily undermine small group and class activities • You confirm usefulness of group ideas and ask offender to come up with their idea FFP - 1740

  39. Master of Negativity • You all know this guy • Force them to problem solving by asking what they would do to correct a situation Kingfeatures.com FFP - 1740

  40. Rigid Thinker • Takes a position and won’t budge • Try to get them to admit there is another side to the issue • Ask them to state rationale behind their stance FFP - 1740

  41. The Antagonist • Rare in adult learners • Is that true when people are there because they “have to be”? • May be hostile, aggressive, and unfriendly FFP - 1740

  42. The Class Clown • Usually hinders the group with inappropriate humor • Compliment worthwhile statements • Do not reward inappropriate humor FFP - 1740

  43. The Slow Learner • Has trouble keeping up • May not grasp some or all of material • Allow input from other students • Hearing it differently may help • On a break, do some one-on-one • Don’t embarrass or belittle the student • The burning question, “does everyone pass?” FFP - 1740

  44. L.E.A.S.T. • A simple way to deal with a problem student • Leave it alone • Eye contact • Action steps • Stop the class • Terminate FFP - 1740

  45. Illegal Violence Threats of violence Sexual harassment Hazing Discrimination Destruction of property Uncomfortable Bad language Being loud Angry tone Sleeping Nonparticipation Unacceptable Class Behaviors FFP - 1740

  46. Cost If You Don’t Control • Career stress for instructors • Perception of instructor competence • By class, peers and administrators • Limits the learning time • May lead to unsafe and negative learning environment FFP - 1740

  47. Poor parenting Lack of societal values Anonymity in large institutions Boredom Substance abuse Economic situations Lack of recognition Family stress Poor coping skills Poor communication skills Lack of social skills Weak institutional policies and penalties Root of Behavior Problems FFP - 1740

  48. Behavior/Cause • If you are annoyed, the student is probably seeking attention • If you feel threatened, the student is probably seeking power • If you feel hurt, the student is probably seeking revenge • If you feel powerless, the student is probably seeking adequacy FFP - 1740

  49. Creating a Positive Behavioral Change FFP - 1740

  50. Positive Behavioral Changes • Prevention • Anticipation • Have written rules • Include consequences • Student rights • Don’t contradict the facility rules FFP - 1740

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