Educators Titles Milady Thompson/Delmar Learning

Standard System Of Salon Skills Hairdressing Image Library 2000
ISBN: 1562535595
Author: Milady
Media Type: CD-ROM Video
Pages:
Copyright: © 2000 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 199.95

Description:
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This exciting new CD-ROM program is an instructional aid to Milady's Standard System of Salon Skills: Hairdressing for use in the classroom and clinic. Every technical photograph and most illustrations from the Student Course Book are presented here. The Image Library will allow instructors to "stop" the action by choosing stills that coordinate with the videos. Instructors can "browse" through images in small, thumbnail form and double click to enlarge. Photos can also be used for printing to acetate to create your own transparencies or used as part of a PowerPoint presentation. Select which photos you wish to present by checking them, and the program will show only those. In addition to all these useful features, technical support is provided by phone or fax to help instructors with any questions. System Requirement for utilization of the CD-ROM product are as follows: Recommend 486 (33MHZ) or higher, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, or Windows 98, SVGA 256-color, 4 MB free RAM, 4 MB hard disk space, Double-speed CD-ROM drive.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 1 Understanding The Adult Learner
ISBN: 1418037230
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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This first module presents a foundation for teaching the adult learner and provides participants with best practices of adult education. This information helps to set the stage for future modules and provides the essential information needed by any instructor teaching adults. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Adult Learner Characteristics and Needs Section 2: Applying Selected adult Learning Theories Section 3: Using Learning Domains in the Classroom Section 4: Brain Dominance and Learning Styles Section 5: Best Practices in Teaching the Adult Learner

Features:
Practical suggestions for using the online information Questions in addition to those in the module-can be used as an assessment or an additional learning tool Hard copies of module activities for easy access and reference

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Adult Learner Characteristics and Needs Section 2: Applying Selected adult Learning Theories Section 3: Using Learning Domains in the Classroom Section 4: Brain Dominance and Learning Styles Section 5: Best Practices in Teaching the Adult Learner.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 10 Customer Service In The Classroom For Optimum Retention
ISBN: 1418047961
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 10 discusses the important topic of student retention. It explains the concept of retention and its importance to the student and the school, techniques for meeting student needs, effective communication, considerations in advising students, and strategies in the classroom that can positively affect student retention. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Student Retention: An Overview Section 2: Student Service is Customer Service Section 3: Effective Communication

Features:
Headings correspond to the online module with suggestions for utilizing the online information Practical suggestions for using the online information Questions in addition to those in the module-can be used as an assessment or an additional learning tool Hard copies of module activities for easy access and reference

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Student Retention: An Overview Section 2: Student Service is Customer Service Section 3: Effective Communication Section 4: Advising Students Section 5: Expanding Student Services to the Classroom.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 11 Techniques For Teaching Special Populations
ISBN: 141804797X
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 11 discusses several types of special populations that may be found in the adult learner and college classroom. It provides a description of the population, strategies for providing an effective education to those students, and other related considerations such as laws, adaptations, and motivations. Populations include students with physical disabilities, students with sensory and cognitive impairment, students with socio-emotional and psychological issues, and cultural awareness and diversity issues. Section 1: An Overview of Special Populations in the College Environment Section 2: Physical Disabilities Section 3: Sensory and Cognitive Impairment Section 4: Socio-emotional and Psychological Issues Section 5: Cultural Considerations and Diversity

Benefits:

Headings correspond to the online module with suggestions for utilizing the online information
Practical suggestions for using the online information
Questions in addition to those in the module-can be used as an assessment or an additional learning tool
Hard copies of module activities for easy access and reference.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 12 Creating An Innovative Learning Environment
ISBN: 1418047988
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 12 suggests a variety ways to create an innovative learning environment for the adult learner. Both easy to implement and high technology ideas are discussed.Areas include creating innovative classroom facilities, conducting innovative learning activities, including more collaboration in teaching, and using instructional technology both for instruction and communication. Section 1: An Overview of Innovation in Higher Education Section 2: Innovation in Classroom Facilities Section 3: Innovation in Learning Activities Section 4: Collaborative Learning Section 5: Innovative Learning Technologies

Table of Contents:
Section 1: An Overview of Innovation in Teaching Section 2: Innovation in Classroom Facilities Section 3: Innovation in Learning Activities Section 4: Collaborative Learning Section 5: Innovative Learning Technologies.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 13 Teaching In A Lab Or Shop Environment
ISBN: 1418047996
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 13 addresses the special requirements of instructors teaching in a non-traditional classroom. Subjects include safety, organization, technology and classroom management issues specific to the lab or the shop. Special activities given are tailored to the lab and shop environments. Section 1: Competency-based Education: An Overview Section 2: Teaching Strategies in the Lab and Shop Environments Section 3: Evaluating Student Progress Section 4: Laboratory/Shop Management and Safety Section 5: Specific Lab and Shop Environments

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Competency-based Education: An Overview Section 2: Teaching Strategies in Lab and Shop Environments Section 3: Evaluating Student Progress in Hands-on Activities Section 4: Laboratory/Shop Management and Safety Section 5: Specific Hands-on Teaching Environments.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 14 Teaching With The Experiential Learning And The Internship
ISBN: 1418050172
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 14 provides an overview of the internship process, including methods for establishing an internship program, collaborating with internship sites, developing goals, objectives, and assignments, and supervising students. The module is appropriate for programs desiring to establish internship experiences for their students or for those seeking guidelines for developing an existing program. Section 1: Extending Curricula to the Workplace Section 2: Educating the Internship Site Section 3: Creating Useful Forms and Processes Section 4: Student Supervision Section 5: Evaluation (Assessment) at Internship Sites

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Extending Curricula to the Workplace Section 2: Educating the Internship Site Section 3: Creating Useful Forms and Processes Section 4: Student Supervision Section 5: Evaluation (Assessment) at Internship Sites.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 15 Teaching Professional Competencies Across The Curriculum
ISBN: 1418050180
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 15 focuses on general skills such as writing, professional development, interpersonal skills, and computer literacy that are important to any professional entering the workplace. Methods for incorporating professional skills into all aspects of the curriculum are provided, as well as the importance of teaching students the significance of these skills to their success. Section 1: Writing Across the Curriculum Section 2: Professional Skills Across the Curriculum Section 3: Teaching Personal Interaction Section 4: Supporting Student Professional Growth and Development Section 5: Supporting Computer Literacy Across the Curriculum

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Writing Across the Curriculum Section 2: Professional Skills Across the Curriculum Section 3: Teaching Personal Interaction Section 4: Supporting Student Professional Growth and Development Section 5: Supporting Computer Literacy Across the Curriculum.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 16 Working With Advisory Boards
ISBN: 1418050199
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 16 provides guidelines for developing an advisory board to contribute to the development of the academic program. Suggestions and resources for establishing an advisory board, conducting meetings, and maintaining effective relationships with board members are considered. Section 1: The Importance of Using Advisory Boards Section 2: Developing Effective Advisory Boards Section 3: Conducting Effective Advisory Board Meetings Section 4: Incorporating Advisory Board Input into the Curriculum Section 5: Recognizing Advisory Board Member Participation

Table of Contents:
Section 1: The Importance of Using Advisory Boards Section 2: Developing Effective Advisory Boards Section 3: Conducting Effective Advisory Board Meetings Section 4: Incorperating Advisory Board Input into the Curriculum Section 5: Recognizing Advisroy Board Member Participation.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 17 Teaching Information Literacy
ISBN: 1418050202
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 17 explores the concept of information literacy and its importance to students entering the workplace today. Activities and suggestions focus on effective library and Internet use as well as incorporating library use and information seeking strategies into the classroom. Section 1: Information Literacy: It's Important to Student Success Section 2: Introduction to the 21st Century Library Section 3: Using Internet for Information Section 4: The Libarary and Individual Courses Section 5: Supporting Information Literacy Innovation

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Information Literacy: It's Important to Student Success Section 2: Introduction to the 21st Century Library Section 3: Using Internet for Information Section 4: The Libarary and Individual Courses Section 5: Supporting Information Literacy Innovation.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 2 Teacher Preparation
ISBN: 1418037249
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 2 provides tips to both the beginning and seasoned instructor on how to organize for effective teaching. Areas of discussion include the teacher office, the teaching environment, and teaching materials. Also discussed in this module are tips for a successful first day of a class as well as important closure strategies for the last days of a class. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Teacher Organization Section 2: The Instructional Environment Section 3: The Teaching Materials Section 4: First days of Class and Class Introductions Section 5: Last Days of Class and Course Summations

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Teacher Organization Section 2: The Instructional Environment Section 3: The Teaching Materials Section 4: First days of Class and Class Introductions Section 5: Last Days of Class and Course Summations.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 3 Techniques For Classroom Presentation
ISBN: 1418037257
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 3 focuses on the actual classroom presentation and important skills required for successful instruction. Topics include basic presentation techniques, strategies for using lecture, questioning and discussion skills, and effective listening. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Dynamic Presentation Techniques Section 1 discusses numerous techniques for audience presentations, specifically the college classroom. Methods of assessing delivery techniques and for making improvements are suggested. Recommendations for using instructional media and visual aids are also included. Section 2: Effective Listening Techniques Section 2 focuses on developing effective listening skills and creating a supportive classroom environment. Student learning is enhanced when an instructor is engaged and understands the motives behind what students may be saying - and not saying. Section 3: Effective Questioning Techniques Section 3 focuses on developing techniques for using effective questioning to facilitate learning in the classroom. It discusses how instructors can tailor questions to elicit higher-level thinking in students. It explores methods of responding to students that encourage critical thinking and problem solving. Section 4: Effective Lecture Techniques Section 4 discusses effective lecture techniques that instructors of adult learners can use in the college classroom. Though lecture should not be the dominating teaching methodology for the adult learner, it is an effective delivery method for specific types of content. Section 4 presents strategies for planning, delivering, and following up on the dynamic and effective lectures that are appropriate for the adult learner. Section 5: Effective Discussion Techniques Section 5 reviews effective discussion techniques, focusing on facilitating discussion and avoiding barriers to participation. It emphasizes the educational benefits of discussion in the learning proce

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Dynamic Presentation Techniques Section 2: Effective Listening Techniques Section 3: Effective Questioning Techniques: Section 4: Effective Lecture Techniques Section 5: Effective Discussion Techniques.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 4 Stratagies For Active Learning
ISBN: 1418037265
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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Module 4 discusses the concept of active learning and its importance in adult learning and explains important characteristics of the excellent learning activity. Ideas for individual activities, group activities, and experiential activities are provided. Additionally, the learning portfolio is presented as a way to document learning gained from activities. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Active Learning Theory Section 2: Learning Through Individual Activities Section 3: Learning Through In-Class Group Activities Section 4: Learning Through Experience Section 5: The Learning Portfolio

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Active Learning Theory Section 2: Learning Through Individual Activities Section 3: Learning Through In-Class Group Activities Section 4: Learning Through Experience Section 5: The Learning Portfolio.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 5 Assessing And Evaluating The Adult Learner
ISBN: 1418047910
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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Module 5 discusses evaluation of the adult learner through formal grading and informal assessment of progress in the classroom and in activities. The module identifies and discusses effective and ineffective feedback, grading, development of project criteria, and designing of evaluation tools. Additionally, the module discusses ways for faculty to assess their own skills and develop plans for improvement. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Assessment and Evaluation Section 2: Grading the Adult Learner Section 3: Design and Content of Evaluation Tools Section 4: Assessing Student Progress Section 5: Faculty Assessment

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Assessment and Evaluation Section 2: Grading the Adult Learner Section 3: Design and Content of Evaluation Tools Section 4: Assessing Student Progress Section 5: Faculty Assessment.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 6 Classroom Management For The Adult
ISBN: 1418047929
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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Module 6 discusses techniques for managing the adult learner in the classroom. Topics include motivating the adult, creating a favorable classroom environment, dealing with diversity, and humor. Additionally, ideas are presented for dealing with many of the common student situations. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Motivating the Adult Section 2: Creating a Favorable Environment for Learning Section 3: Strategies for the Top 20 Student Situations Section 4: Diversity and Legal Issues Section 5: Humor in the Classroom

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Motivating the Adult Section 2: Creating a Favorable Environment for Learning Section 3: Strategies for the Top 20 Student Situations Section 4: Diversity and Legal Issues Section 5: Humor in the Classroom.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 7 Teaching Students How To Learn
ISBN: 1418047937
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

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Module 7 focuses on techniques for teaching students who to learn and study effectively in a college environment. Topics include teaching students to study effectively and teaching to accommodate good study habits, teaching students to utilize learning resources, teaching students how to learn, teaching students how to research effectively, and teaching professional skills. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Faculty Support for Effective Study Skills Section 2: Effective Utilization of Learning Resources Section 3: Teaching Students How to Learn Section 4: Developing Research Skills Section 5: Teaching Professional Skills

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Faculty Support for Effective Study Skills Section 2: Effective Utilization of Learning Resources Section 3: Teaching Students How to Learn Section 4: Developing Research Skills Section 5: Teaching Professional Skills.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 8 Technology In The Classroom
ISBN: 1418047945
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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This module explains various types of technology available for the college classroom including ways to use the technology effectively in teaching the adult learner. Topics include slide presentations, the Internet, electronic assessment and grading tools, software and communication tools, and course management tools. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Equipment in the Classroom Section 2: The Internet as a Learning Tool Section 3: Electronic Assessment and Grading Tools Section 4: Software, CD-ROMS, and Communication Tools

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Computer-based Slide Presentations Section 2: The Internet as a Learning Tool Section 3: Electronic Assessment and Grading Tools Section 4: Software, CD-ROMS, and Communication Tools Section 5: Course Management Tools.

Faculty Development Companion Workbook Module 9 Teaching Online
ISBN: 1418047953
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
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Module 9 discusses the many factors involved in teaching courses online. Topics include preparation for online teaching, the competencies needed by online faculty, communication in the online course, humanizing the online course, and labs and hands-on activities. The sections included in this module are as follows: Section 1: Teaching Online: An Overview Section 2: Preparation and Faculty Competencies Section 3: Maintaining Communication from a Distance Section 4: Humanizing the Online Class

Table of Contents:
Section 1: Teaching Online: An Overview Section 2: Preparation and Faculty Competencies Section 3: Maintaining Communication from a Distance Section 4: Humanizing the Online Class Section 5: Labs and Hands-on Activities.

Faculty Development Workbook Bootcamp Module
ISBN: 1418048003
Author: Amy Solomon, MS, OTR, Quantum Integrations
Media Type: Paperbound
Pages:
Copyright: © 2007 Edition: 1st Edition
Price: 24.95

Description:
Features:
Practical suggestions for using the online information Questions in addition to those in the module-can be used as an assessment or an additional learning tool Hard copies of module activities for easy access and reference.

Description:
The two DVD's covering four hours of instruction offer practical demonstrations of methodology for the classroom and provide examples of constructive, effective teaching. Classroom scenes supply excellent examples of accommodating various learner types and offer helpful ways to deal with difficult situations. Designed to reinforce the concepts in the Student Course Book and to provide motivational techniques and tips for successful classroom instruction, the DVD?s offer creative demonstrations that will stimulate classroom discussion. Among the many topics included are educator flexibility, concept connectors, effective class openings and closings, dealing with difficult learners, and greeting, referring, and upgrading in the clinic. .