Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VSPA-0005
Organization's ID:
VSPA-0005
Organization:
Virginia State Police Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1.5 weeks and 52 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Communications
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide attendees with the minimum requirements needed to become a state certified Criminal Justice Instructor and to afford information and instructional methodologies that specifically pertain to this agency.

Learning Outcomes:

  • be able to research instructional topics to formulate and construct lesson plans.
  • be able to have a basic understanding of the adult learning process and how to manage varied learning environments, and demonstrate ethical leadership in the classroom.
  • be able to formulate learning objectives as well as performance based testing, and comprehend the varied instructional methodologies employed by law enforcement instructors as well as the use of varied media and audio visual equipment which enhances the learning process.

General Topics:

  • : Principles of Adult Learning Communication Skills and Speech Techniques Lesson Plan Construction Developing Performance Objectives Managing the Classroom Ethics & the Instructor Research Methods Instructor Liability Overview of the Learning Management System and Video Teleconferencing System Performance Based Testing
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials