The Navy Instructor Flashcards
What characteristic requires an instructor to practice, study, research, and keep up with new developments in their rating?
Knowledge of the subject
What characteristic requires an instructor to be able to apply principles and methods of instruction?
Instructional techniques
What item is an important responsibility of instructor leadership?
Classroom management
What characteristic does an instructor demonstrate by continually adding to their storage of knowledge and skills in the subject and making every effort to improve their teaching ability?
Professional attitude
What is the effect of a professional attitude in the classroom?
Increased respect of the instructor
What is the purpose of feedback in communications?
Ensure understanding
What are the two steps of the active listening process?
Focusing and understanding
What item is an indication of effective communication?
Trainees raising hands
What delivery technique is described as the use of understandable speech?
Articulation
What type of speaking should an instructor avoid?
Slurring and mumbling
What is the normal words-per-minute rate of speech delivery?
125-150
What element concerns the correct usage of the spoken or written word?
Grammar
What communication skill involves a change in the normal pitch or tone of your voice?
Inflection
What instructional technique combines volume with vitality and conviction?
Force
What is the most influential element of an instructors presence?
Eye contact
What VEGA skill should you rely on to judge your effectiveness and make necessary adjustments in your presentation?
Eye contact
How does appropriate body movement affect instruction?
Reinforces oral expression
How long should you maintain eye contact with your trainees while delivering a lesson?
3 to 5 seconds
What Vega skill effects all other Vega skills when delivering instruction
Attitude
What statement best describes enthusiasm?
Outward manifestation of sincerity and confidence