Ensure the expectation of participation is understood
Engage individuals by name
Ask open-ended questions that facilitate discussion
Avoid questions with a simple right/wrong answer
,TENT CARDS?
Prepare some “Go TO” questions. Keep the questions broad and get the class to
develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills.
“Tell me of a method you have learned about giving IV
fluids quickly to a child in shock”
“Tell me of a situation where you might use this
medication”
“Can anyone think of an intervention for this patient in
respiratory distress”
Plan how you will conduct the discussion
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Know the content of the activity
Make a list of key points of the activity for your own reference to keep the discussion on
track
Plan the physical venue (seating plan, tools for the learners)
, Thank you (name of learner) for your thoughts. (Name of another
learner), can you think of any other solutions to this issue. What are
your thoughts?
The key to the success of an instructor lead classroom session is
knowing the learner, the learner’s level of skill/knowledge
Does each learner work in an environment and care for pediatric
patients?
How confident is the learner caring for pediatric patients?
Be knowledgeable of the content
Instructors need to feel confident with the learning activity to GUIDE
discussion not lecture on the content
Practice the learning activity
Practice your facilitation skills. Ask colleagues to walk through the
learning activity
Obtain feedback on the activity and incorporate suggestions
Set up the learning environment based on the learning activity
Ensure the learners can see each other and the training
tools/equipment
Ask all learners:
o What was the most valuable learning from this scenario?
o What was the most challenging part of the activity for you?
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