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Fire Service Course Delivery FFP - 1740 Florida State Fire College Ocala, Florida www.floridastatefirecollege.org August 2007 FFP-1740 1 Chapter 4 Learning Environments www.floridastatefirecollege.org August 2007 FFP-1740 2 Terminal Objective The participant will be able to create a learning environment that is conducive for positive learning. August 2007 FFP-1740 3 Enabling Objectives Design a classroom setting so that lighting, distractions, climate control or weather, noise control, seating, audiovisual equipment, teaching aids, and safety are considered. Diagram the various seating layouts for classroom instruction. List the advantages and disadvantages of each classroom layout. August 2007 FFP-1740 4 Enabling Objectives (cont) Adjust to differences in learning styles, abilities, and behaviors, given the instructional environment, so that lesson objectives are accomplished, disruptive behavior is addressed, and a safe learning environment is maintained. Describe the various cultures including ethnicity, religion, and age as they pertain to the classroom environment. List the components of a syllabus. Construct a syllabus. August 2007 FFP-1740 5 Learning Environment First step is the classroom Layout Temperature Seating arrangement Potential noise distractions Acoustics August 2007 FFP-1740 6 Learning Environment The classroom Clean Safe Well maintained Meets ADA accessibility requirements May be more responsibility of the facility than instructor Hey, we are firefighters, do we meet fire codes? August 2007 FFP-1740 7 Designing a Classroom Physical elements Temperature regulation Seating layout August 2007 FFP-1740 8 Traditional Schoolroom Advantages Maximize instructor control Fair mobility Reasonably easy to see visual aids in the front of the room Maximizes space August 2007 FFP-1740 9 Traditional Schoolroom Disadvantages May lose students in the back of the room Discourages participation Reduces interaction August 2007 FFP-1740 10 Auditorium Style Advantages Maximizes instructor control Good student view of the front of the room Maximizes space August 2007 FFP-1740 11 Auditorium Style Disadvantages are similar to standard classroom May lose students in the back of the room Discourages participation Reduces interaction August 2007 FFP-1740 12 Cafeteria or Bingo Style Advantages Fair instructor mobility Maximizes space Good for small group projects August 2007 FFP-1740 13 Cafeteria or Bingo Style Disadvantages Again, may lose those in the back Discourages participation More difficult for student to see visuals and write Students may have trouble seeing instructor August 2007 FFP-1740 14 U-Shape Advantages Excellent instructor mobility Instructor can get close to all students Encourages interaction among participants Encourages participation August 2007 FFP-1740 15 U-Shape Disadvantages People near the front may have to turn to see visuals Uses more space per person May be difficult or not work for larger groups August 2007 FFP-1740 16 U-Shape Be certain to leave access at the corners August 2007 FFP-1740 17 King Arthur Style Advantages Encourages interaction and participation Maximizes writing space Very good for team work in small breakout groups August 2007 FFP-1740 18 King Arthur Style Disadvantages Poor instructor mobility Someone will have to turn to see visuals or instructor Uses more space per person Not suitable for large groups August 2007 FFP-1740 19 Banquet Room Advantages and disadvantages are the same as the King Arthur style August 2007 FFP-1740 20 V-Formation Advantages Excellent instructor mobility Easy interaction between tables Encourages participation Good writing space Good ability to see Good for large groups August 2007 FFP-1740 21 V-Formation Disadvantages Poor for whole-group interaction August 2007 FFP-1740 22 Standard Classroom U-Shape Banquet Room V-Shape King Arthur Auditorium Bingo August 2007 FFP-1740 23 Noise Distractions August 2007 FFP-1740 24 Noise Distractions August 2007 FFP-1740 25 Noise Distractions Can hamper student’s ability to learn Can interrupt the flow of the lesson Try to have classes “off-duty” If they are “on-duty”, try to have a single person monitor necessary radio traffic August 2007 FFP-1740 26 Classroom Atmosphere Needs to be a SAFE and positive learning environment Instructor should create an atmosphere so students feel safe and free to exchange ideas and ask questions A course syllabus is a great tool to express expectations Sometimes considered a contract between instructor and student outlining expectations for both August 2007 FFP-1740 27 Course Syllabus Course participation Grading policy Attendance Assignments Instructor information August 2007 FFP-1740 Course materials Course schedule Course objectives Other information that needs emphasized 28 Classroom Atmosphere Often shaped by behavior of the student Good and bad influence the learning environment Good behavior should be encouraged Bad behavior, obviously, should be discouraged August 2007 FFP-1740 29 Student Behavior +++ Integrity Strong work ethic Honesty Courtesy Respect August 2007 Engaged in active learning Knowledgeable Competent Value life-long learning FFP-1740 30 Student Behavior ---Lying Cheating Stealing Violence August 2007 Intolerance Prejudice Careless Unprofessional behavior and/or appearance FFP-1740 31 Instructor Influence Instructor has significant impact on learning environment What you say is important but, remember, actions speak louder than words Set an example by demonstrating appropriate behavior August 2007 FFP-1740 32 The Bible – James 3:1 August 2007 FFP-1740 33 Cultural Awareness Bias We are a country of immigrants We have a wide variety of beliefs and traditions Bias comes in many forms Age Gender Ethnicity Physically Challenged August 2007 FFP-1740 34 Cultural Awareness Understand there are cultural differences Relationship to authority figures Use of title Eye contact Responses Humor August 2007 FFP-1740 35 Religion Can be a challenge to instructor and student Availability on certain dates Religious obligations during the day Make reasonable accommodations Know your facilities policy August 2007 FFP-1740 36 Other Factors Family issues Married Children Elder care Personal habits Hygiene Quirks Personality conflicts August 2007 FFP-1740 37 Summary Environment needs to be conducive to learning Be sure classroom environment and design are appropriate Be aware of student behaviors Be aware of your influence on the students Be tolerant when possible August 2007 FFP-1740 38 Review Questions Which seating arrangement is best for the fire service classroom? U-shape King Arthur style V-formation That is right, it could be any one depending on your circumstances August 2007 FFP-1740 39 Review Questions There are a variety of noise distractions that can affect your class. What is the best way to handle cell phones in the class? Shut them off or at worst, turn to vibrate. The same with pagers. August 2007 FFP-1740 40 Review Questions Desired behavior should be modeled by the instructor. This can be referred to as which of the following? Affect of change Behavior modification Mirror effect August 2007 FFP-1740 41 Review Questions Can student behavior be affected by the fact that a student is married and has children? Obviously - yes August 2007 FFP-1740 42