Faculty Development Institute

Syllabus for Phase I
- updated: 07/24/08 -

Instructor

Preston Smith, M.Ed.

Contact Information:

Office – 404-982-3402

Email – psmith@tcsg.edu

Faculty Development Institute schedule for FY 08-09: www.dtae.org/teched/itrain.html

Class Times:

Day 1: 8:30-4:00 Day 2: 8:30-4:00 Day 3: 8:30-12:00

FDI Description:

This two and one half day workshop is designed to provide new instructors with the instructional methods, techniques, information, and materials that can be effectively integrated into the process of teaching. These critical teaching and management skills will provide the instructor with the tools necessary to deliver a high quality of instruction in the classroom and laboratory.

FDI Objectives:

1. Discuss the history and mission of TCSG.

2. Write performance objectives using the three domains.

3. Discuss the importance, function, and use of syllabi and lesson plans.

4. Develop and discuss strategies for teaching adult learners and the differences

among generational learners.

5. Review and discuss professionalism in the learning environment.

6. Review and discuss program and course standards.

7. Discuss student advisement for academic success and retention.

8. Discuss effective teaching methodologies for classroom success.

FDI Presentation Methods:

Lecture, Group Discussion, Individual and Team Work

NOTE:

Participants are required to attend all sessions to get credit for the training. If you cannot be present for all activities, please reschedule at a more convenient time. Extenuating circumstances will be evaluated on an individual basis at the discretion of the instructor.

What you will learn in Phase I:

History:

1. Who is TCSG and what do they do?

2. What was the organizational structure before TCSG?

3. How do standards and consortiums help the system?

4. How does TCSG fit into the scheme of Georgia’s educational system?

Performance Objectives and Domains:

1. Identify the different types of objectives and domains

2. How to write and analyze objectives quickly

3. How objective are used effectively

4. How domains assist the instructor in teaching and testing

Adult Learners:

1. Adult learners and the generation gap

2. How to use diverse backgrounds of students in the classroom

3. How to provide a safe and secure learning environment for adult learners

4. How to present material to adult learners more effectively

Importance, Function, and Use of Syllabi and Lesson Plans:

1. Syllabi content and structure

2. Identify different types of lesson plans

3. Lesson plan content and structure

4. How to effectively use syllabi and lesson plans

Student Advisement for Academic Success and Retention:

1. Purpose and function of student advisement

2. Goals of an effective advisement program

3. Qualities of an effective academic advisor

4. Ethics in academic advising

5. Legal issues in academic advisement

Professionalism in the Classroom:

1. Classroom management

2. Work ethics

3. Conflict resolution

4. Diversity

5. Legal issues

Effective Teaching Methodologies:

1. Development of a Classroom Management Plan.

2. Sound instructional practices.

3. Assessment and evaluation.

4. Professional development.