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Classroom Management & the Planning & Logistics Guide, Preparing

For Success

Module 6

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Module 6 ObjectivesUpon 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.

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• 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.

Module 6 Objectives (Cont’d)

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Setting the stage for participants

• Before the course begins• Setup• Logistics• Greeting• Introductions

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• 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

Four Guidelines for Handling Disruptions

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

Characteristics of Problem Participants

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Characteristics of Problem Participants (Cont’d)

• Shy• Talkative• Overly Dependent• Complainer• Resents the training• Teacher’s Pet• Technological gadgets

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• 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?

Work Session Directions

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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.

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

information sheet

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Course Team Members

• Lead Instructor• Course Administrator• Assistant Instructors• CPS Technician Instructor Candidate• CPS Instructor Mentors

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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

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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.

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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.

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• 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

Module 6 Summary

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Module 6 Summary (Cont’d)

• Select strategies for dealing with problems in the classroom

• CPS Certification Planning and Logistics Guide