Chapter 3 - Managing the Technical Classroom Flashcards
Discuss the importance of classroom lighting.
Consider the type of lighting – track lighting vs. rcessed lighting vs. fluorescent vs. natural light.
These can be manipulated to best support learning objectives.
Discuss the importance of classroom seating configruation.
The typical classroom configuration is where the tables, chairs and computers are aligned the same and facing the front where the instructor will present.
Discuss the effect of a cordless presentation tool.
These can help the instructor roam and still click through the presentation.
They can also help the instructor use body language better.
Discuss the importance of course logistics.
This includes all the coordination of materials, software, hardware, security, access, data, refreshments, travel, etc.
It also includes any related aspects of preparing and managig the classroom environment.
Discuss the importance of the learning environment.
It’s the classroom space where learning is expected to happen.
Discuss learning handouts.
It’s additional information for the learners that is distributed to help support the learning objectives.
Examples: Job aids, learner assistants, cheat sheets, reference cards, etc.
Discuss nonverbal communication.
It includes posture, facial expressions and body language that affect the message of the instructor.
55% of all communication is said to be nonverbal.
Discuss the effect of room color on learning.
Color has an effect on learners’ brain activity.
Red, orange and yellow: stimulate brain activity.
Green, blue and violot promote relaxation.
Consider changing up some of the colors in the slides, clothing, wall posters, etc.
Discuss stage presence in context of training.
The presence the instructor has when presenting to learners; it’s the ability to appear comfortable while commanding the audience’s attention and bein in charge in the classroom.
Discuss U-seating configuration.
The classroom chairs and tables create a U-shape.
Good for lab work, etc.
Discuss visual aids in context of the learning environment.
This includes anything that you use, such as a prop, the whiteboards, flipchart, projector presentation, etc. to visually demonstrate the concepts of the class to the learners.
What’s the recommended maximum number of words in a PowerPoint slide?
15
Discuss why it’s a good idea to have the instructor stand at the left of the presentation screen.
Most people read from left to right. So if the instructor stands to the left of the screen, then students will see her/him first and then the content of the screen.
What term best describes a handout that is an illustration of processes, key activities or information designed to help the learner remember the information through the illustration rather than through rote statements of fact?
Memory map
Describe the purpose of a memory map.
It’s an illustration of processes, key activities or information designed to help the learner remember the information through an illustration rather than through rote statements of fact.
