Advanced Instructional Methods
(6 credit hours)

This course is designed to provide practical knowledge of instructional techniques that can be directly applied in the classroom. This includes basic learning and instructional principles, lesson planning, audio visual media and evaluation. Emphasis will be placed on the actual practice of the instructional skills. The course will be divided between theory and practice. Each technique will be explained and discussed on a theoretical basis; followed by video taped student presentations demonstrating the effective use of the technique.
(Replaces the former General Instructional Methods).

Course Topics
• Adult learning and learning styles
  
• Lesson types and instructional techniques
  
• Lesson planning
  
• Communication and motivation techniques
  
• Micro teaching applying instructional techniques
  
• Developing effective learning environments
  
• Classroom management techniques