Becoming a Master Instructor

BMI Level 1

Detailed Module Description

"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." ~ Henry Brooks

Throughout the program a variety of modules are offered to participants. Most of the modules are presented as instructional work sessions in which the participants are facilitated through the exploration of the content and given an opportunity to actively experience the learning. Subsequently, participants practice the skills they have learned. Participants move through the modules to gain competencies they will use initially in their practice-teaching sessions and finally, in their classrooms.

Level 1 consists of BMI 100, 200 and 300.

Outcomes and Objectives

The outcomes and objectives for Level 1 are:

Outcome 1.1

You will be able to design student-centred learning.

Objective 1.1.1 - Understanding the Adult Learner
You should be able to describe key aspects of learning theories with regards to adult learners.

Objective 1.1.2 - Writing Lesson Objectives
You should be able to write lesson objectives that align with the associated learning outcome.

Objective 1.1.3 - Fostering Active Learning
You should be able to incorporate active learning activities in your teaching.

Objective 1.1.4 - Planning Your Lessons
You should be able to develop a lesson plan that facilitates teaching and learning.

Objective 1.1.5 - Presenting with Confidence
You should be able to deliver an engaging, concise, and credible presentation

Outcome 1.2

You will be able to facilitate a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Objective 1.2.6 - Using Course Outlines
You should be able to descrive how a course outline supports teaching and learning.

Objective 1.2.7 - Communicating for Connection
You should be able to apply reflective and interactive communication skills to enhance the learning environment.

Objective 1.2.8 - Managing the Classroom
You should be able to identify strategies for managing the learning environment

Outcome 1.3

You will be able to use assessment to enhance learning.

Objective 1.3.9 - Giving and Receiving Feedback
You should be able to give and receive feedback.

Objective 1.3.10 - Assessing Learning
You should be able to select an assessment instrument that accurately reflects the associated learning outcome

Outcome 1.4

You will be able to design strategies to align your teaching practice with your professional teaching responsibilities.

Objective 1.4.11 - Meeting Legislated Responsibilities
You should be able to conduct your teaching practice within the legal framework of professional teaching practice.

Objective 1.4.12 - Fostering Professionalism in the Learning Environment
You should be able to reflect the principles of adult learning and organizational values in your practice.

Objective 1.4.13 - Teaching in the Trades
You should be able to align your teaching practices with Alberta's processes and outcomes.

Objective 1.4.14 - Planning Next Steps
You should be able to create a plan for growth in professional teaching competencies for the next year.