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CLASS Training Tips

Facilitating_Observing_with_a_Lens_Discussion.pngFacilitating the “Observing with a Lens” Discussion

As you watch this video, look for how the trainer:

  • Actively listens to participants and affirms their comments
  • Uses open-ended prompts when asking participants to comment
  • Summarizes participants’ comments for the whole group
  • Builds relationships with participants

The trainer also:

  • Is prepared with a variety of examples
  • Surveys the participants to gauge their understanding
  • Connects the lens activity to spotting effective interactions during CLASS observations

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Offering Continued Support during Day 2 Wrap-Up

As you watch this video, look for how the trainer:

  • Makes herself available to participants after the training
  • Discusses her personal experiences with the participants
  • Praises and affirms the participants’ efforts
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Building Rapport with an Icebreaker Activity

As you watch this video, look for how the trainer:

  • Facilitates an icebreaker activity to build group rapport
  • Uses the participants’ names
  • Jokes and smiles with the participants
  • Affirms the participants’ comments

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Moving around the Room to Check In on Participants

As you watch this video, look for how the trainer:

  • Jokes and smiles with the participants
  • Shares her own experiences
  • Moves around the room to check in with participants

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Putting the Introduction and Overview in Your Own Words

As you watch this video, look for how the trainer:

  • Summarizes the training agenda in her own words
  • Affirms the participants’ current level of knowledge and sets positive expectations for their training experience
  • Makes herself part of the group by using “we”

The trainer also:

  • Briefly introduces some of the basic concepts of CLASS Observation Training

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