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What organization collaborated to design an instructor preparation curriculum for EMS educators?
Who participated in drafting the curriculum for EMS educators?
What is the purpose of the curriculum designed for EMS educators?
Which organization was NOT included in the NAEMSE task force for the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is the main focus of the curriculum for educating EMS instructors?
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What does the curriculum acknowledge about EMS educators?
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Who led the NAEMSE task force for the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is the ultimate goal of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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Who were included in the NAEMSE task force, in addition to prominent EMS organizations?
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What does the curriculum emphasize in terms of skills?
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What is the curriculum for EMS educators based on?
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What kind of practices must the entry-level EMS educator engage in?
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What was used as the basis for exploring what entry-level EMS educators should know?
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What does the curriculum aim to provide for EMS educators?
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What does the curriculum describe in line with the EMS Education Agenda for the Future?
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What does the Professional Attributes and Skills Set Criteria do throughout the curriculum?
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What did the task force consider in relation to EMS educators?
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What should successful completion of the instructor course prepare participants for?
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What is important for ethical practice, communication, and assessment methods in EMS education?
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What does the curriculum emphasize in terms of assessment?
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What is the focus of differentiating between entry-level and advanced EMS educators according to the guidelines?
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What is the expectation from advanced level EMS educators?
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What is the primary requirement for entry-level EMS instructors according to the guidelines?
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When was the draft curriculum distributed to the task force for review?
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Where was the pilot program conducted in April 2002?
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What model of education was the pilot program based on?
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What do the guidelines recommend for entry-level EMS educators' academic study and clinical experience?
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What is a recommended activity for preparing EMS educators according to the guidelines?
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What is the potential for future national instructor credentialing process according to the guidelines?
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What is the focus of the curriculum designed for EMS instructors?
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What was the mode of distribution for the curriculum after the task force review?
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What are the prerequisites for attending the EMS instructor program based on according to the guidelines?
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What is the emphasis of the EMS Education Agenda for the Future?
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Why has national consensus on educational issues been limited?
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What is the mission of NAEMSE?
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What did NAEMSE revise in cooperation with NHTSA and HRSA in 2001?
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What does the foundation of the EMS educational system heavily rely on?
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What does the body of knowledge outlined by the task force intend to cut across in EMS education?
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What was the goal of the task force regarding the EMS Instructor Training Program?
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What does the National Guidelines emphasize the need to tie together?
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What does the National Association of EMS Educators believe in developing?
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What did the task force articulate standards for?
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What does national certification and program accreditation support for EMS students?
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What is the psychomotor goal for Module 2 in the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is one of the emphasized values for EMS instructors in the module?
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What is the primary source for information concerning EMS instructor education?
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What is one of the secondary sources of information on education for EMS instructors?
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What is the main focus of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What are performance outcomes according to the guidelines?
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What is crucial for fostering active inquiry and collaboration in the classroom according to the guidelines?
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What should educators plan instruction based on according to the guidelines?
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What are educators responsible for creating according to the guidelines?
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What should educators understand to create a positive learning environment according to the guidelines?
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What is emphasized as crucial for EMS educators according to the guidelines?
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What is expected from educators in terms of using resources and materials in teaching according to the guidelines?
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What is the focus of the guidelines in terms of creating a learning setting for adult learners?
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What should educators be responsible for according to the guidelines?
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What is crucial for educators to be competent in according to the guidelines?
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What is a key professional attribute for EMS instructors according to the text?
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What does the text emphasize about learning experiences provided by EMS instructors?
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What is a recommended strategy for evaluating learner development according to the text?
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What does the text recommend in terms of fostering relationships for EMS instructors?
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What is a key attribute that EMS instructors should value according to the text?
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What is a key understanding that EMS instructors should have about adult learners' environment outside of school?
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What does the text recommend in terms of professional development for EMS instructors?
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What does the text emphasize about the EMS educational program?
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What does the text recommend in terms of recognizing and addressing variations in learning styles and performance modes?
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What does the text recommend in terms of using assessment techniques for evaluating adult learners' progress and performances?
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What does the text recommend in terms of adjusting instructional delivery methods for EMS instructors?
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What is an essential affective goal for EMS educators according to the text?
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What is a requirement for EMS educators in terms of instructional strategies?
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What is an expectation from EMS educators regarding adult learners?
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What is an important aspect of curriculum development for EMS educators?
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What is an expectation from EMS educators in terms of adult learners' learning styles?
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What is an essential requirement for EMS educators regarding instructional materials and resources?
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What is a key requirement for EMS educators in terms of adult learners' prior knowledge?
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What is an essential aspect of understanding adult learners for EMS educators?
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What is a key expectation from EMS educators in terms of adult learners' learning levels?
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What is the main focus of Module 6 in the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is the cognitive goal 6.3 in Module 6 of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is the affective goal 6.2 in Module 6 of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is the psychomotor goal 6.2 in Module 6 of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors?
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What is a key consideration for setting up activity stations in the learning environment?
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What is an aspect of student engagement in the learning environment?
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What is the recommended approach for managing conflicts in the classroom?
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What is the primary purpose of reviewing rules periodically in the classroom?
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What is the primary characteristic of lecture style classroom arrangement?
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What is the main feature of theater style classroom arrangement?
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What is the purpose of circle, square, or rectangle with an open center classroom arrangement?
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Study Notes
National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors - August 2002
- The EMS Education Agenda for the Future emphasizes the need to tie national program accreditation and national EMS certification together.
- The current EMS education system in the United States has significant variability, leading to inconsistency in the description of a "typical" EMS provider.
- National consensus on educational issues, such as national standard curricula, has been limited by these inconsistencies.
- Critics argue that EMS practice should be determined at the regional or local level, but national certification and program accreditation support better preparedness for EMS students.
- Restructuring EMS education involves redefining the mission of EMS education programs and the scope of work for EMS educators.
- The National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) was established in 1995 to promote EMS education and develop educational resources.
- NAEMSE believes in developing performance-based standards and assessment strategies for EMS educators.
- NAEMSE, in cooperation with NHTSA and HRSA, revised the EMS Instructor Training Program in 2001 to prepare entry-level EMS educators and enhance the teaching skills of experienced instructors.
- The foundation of the EMS educational system relies heavily on the concept that a "good clinician" is a "good teacher," but this approach needs to evolve.
- A task force articulated standards for a common body of teaching knowledge and skills that should be acquired by all entry-level instructors.
- The body of knowledge outlined by the task force is intended to cut across specialty areas in EMS education.
- The goal of the task force was to revise the course based on sound educational standards designed to prepare entry-level instructors and enhance the teaching skills of experienced instructors.
Educating EMS Instructors: Professional Attributes and Skills Set Criteria
- EMS educators are expected to evaluate teaching resources and curriculum materials for their comprehensiveness, accuracy, and usefulness in representing subject matter and concepts.
- They are required to develop and use curricula that encourage adult learners to see, question, and interpret ideas and subject matter from diverse perspectives.
- EMS educators must understand how adult students learn and provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, professional, and personal development.
- They need to be cognizant of the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains of learning and consider the levels of readiness in learning.
- Appreciating individual variations within each domain of learning, showing respect for diverse talents, and helping learners develop self-confidence and competence are essential affective goals.
- EMS educators should stimulate student reflection on prior knowledge, make connections to learners’ experiences, and encourage active engagement and manipulation of ideas and materials.
- They are expected to understand how adult learners differ in their approaches to learning and create instructional opportunities that can be adapted to diverse learning styles and situations.
- This includes identifying differences in approaches to learning and performance, understanding areas of exceptionality in learning, and recognizing the influence of individual experiences and prior learning experience on adult learning.
- EMS educators are required to believe that all adult learners can learn at high levels and persist in helping all students achieve success.
- They are expected to appreciate and value human diversity, respect learners as individuals, and be sensitive to community and cultural norms.
- EMS educators must understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage the development of high-level thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and psychomotor performance skills in adult learners.
- This involves understanding cognitive processes associated with different kinds of learning, knowing how to enhance learning through a wide variety of materials and resources, and understanding the advantages and limitations of various instructional strategies.
Educating EMS Instructors: Classroom Management and Design
- Reviewing rules periodically is less threatening than confronting students directly and may correct minor behavior discrepancies
- Consistency in enforcing rules is important, with flexibility where appropriate, as it is easier to "lighten up" than "tighten up"
- Positive behavior should be reinforced through sincere praise tied to specific behavior
- Progressive discipline principles should be used to manage conflicts, including encouraging self-policing and identifying student leaders to help with problems
- Disciplinary actions should be documented and shared with relevant members of the teaching team
- Positive design elements for the physical classroom space include cleanliness, safety, compliance with access laws, adequate size, and good environmental controls
- The classroom should be located close to amenities and have adequate equipment and storage
- Strategies for arranging the classroom include lecture style, theater style, circle/square/rectangle with open or closed center, partial circle, individual workstations, and group workstations
- Lecture style is teacher-centered and optimal for giving out information to the whole class, not recommended for small group work or skills development
- Theater style is teacher-centered, with desks arranged in a half-circle around the instructor
- Circle, square, or rectangle with an open center allows for large group participation and discussion
- Circle, square, or rectangle with a closed center is ideal for smaller group discussions and individual participation
Creating a Positive Learning Environment for EMS Instructors
- A positive learning environment is free from harm, discrimination, and teasing, and encourages tolerance, acceptance, new ideas, and creative problem solving.
- Involving students in deciding what they will learn can help motivate them, for example, allowing them to choose the order of presentation for unrelated topics.
- Communicating clear expectations to students regarding course participation, grading policy, attendance, reading assignments, and grievance procedures is crucial.
- Emphasizing the most important material in the curriculum using NHTSA/DOT course objectives and task analysis is essential.
- Students learn better and faster when their basic needs are met in a positive learning environment.
- Repetition of skills performance, even when the student performs well, reinforces mastery and proficiency.
- A positive learning environment allows students to grow by taking risks, encourages safe experimentation, and provides a safe place to make mistakes.
- Desirable student behaviors include moral integrity, strong work ethic, honesty, courtesy, respect, and being engaged and active learners.
- Undesirable student behaviors to discourage include lying, cheating, stealing, violence, intolerance, prejudice, carelessness, and unprofessional behavior or appearance.
- Instructors should model desirable behaviors, be over-prepared for presentations, and remain current on skills and knowledge.
- Maintaining a positive classroom environment involves modeling expected behaviors, enforcing rules consistently, and providing written copies of rules for students.
- Instructors should also watch their language content and tone of delivery, be honest and frank with students, and accept the uniqueness of others.
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Test your knowledge of the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors with this quiz. Explore the curriculum, prerequisites, and recommendations for entry-level and advanced EMS educators.