OVERVIEW

We observe your instructors and prepare a detailed analysis of their teaching techniques

An HPA Consultant will observe designated instructors teach segments of actual classes over a pre-planned series of days. Instructors will be analyzed in accordance with “best practice” criterion, including:

• Administration and organization
• Icebreaking and motivational activities
• Utilization of accepted principles of adult learning
• Application of appropriate instructional strategies
• Type and frequency of interactions
• Audiovisual and teaching aid usage
• Classroom control and handling disruptive situations
• Lab facilitation (if applicable)
• Subject-matter mastery
• Responding to questions
• Lesson planning and keeping the class “on track”
• Presentation skills

 

A detailed report of specific observations and recommendations will be prepared by the HPA consultant, followed by a conference to discuss the findings. If necessary or desirable, HPA can customize an instructor development plan that specifically addresses deficiencies and/or areas for improvement.

 

Call us for a copy of our Instructor Observation Form or for references of organizations we have already helped.

 

As an alternative to on-site observation, send us a 15-20 minute video of an instructor teaching and we will provide analysis.