D2L Corporation
2015-11-18T21:31:53-05:00
2015-11-18T21:31:53-05:00
D2L Corporation
Education & Training
The Education and Training course focuses on instructional models and exploration of a full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities.
2015-11-18
2015
TCTR.01
Competency
Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities within a career cluster.
TCTR.01.01
Skill
Employ fundamental principles of psychology to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.01.a
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of developmental theory to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.01.b
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of learning theory to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.02
Skill
Employ fundamental principles of sociology to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.02.a
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of the social interaction of individuals and institutions to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.02.b
Outcome
Analyze social barriers to learning.
TCTR.01.02.c
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of the dynamics of sociological change to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.01.03
Skill
Utilize knowledge about the history and belief systems of multiple cultural, ethnic, and racial groups to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.03.a
Outcome
Explain the history of multiple cultural, ethnic, and racial groups as it relates to learning.
TCTR.01.03.b
Outcome
Explain multiple cultural, ethnic, and racial groups' belief systems that relate to learning.
TCTR.01.04
Skill
Analyze and apply knowledge of the relationships between education and society to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.04.a
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of educational philosophies to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.04.b
Outcome
Analyze structures for governing professional practices in learning settings.
TCTR.01.04.c
Outcome
Apply fundamental knowledge of economics to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.05
Skill
Explain and apply a variety of instructional models to enhance learning achievement.
TCTR.01.05.a
Outcome
Explain models of instruction.
TCTR.01.05.b
Outcome
Employ models of instruction to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.01.06
Skill
Employ knowledge of economic principles to enhance understanding of professional practices in learning settings.
TCTR.01.06.a
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of macroeconomics to enhance funding for professional practices in learning settings.
TCTR.01.06.b
Outcome
Employ fundamental knowledge of microeconomics to enhance funding for professional practices in learning settings.
TCTR.02
Competency
Use oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing and interpreting information and ideas including technical terminology and information.
TCTR.02.01
Skill
Apply verbal communication skills to enhance learning and stakeholder commitment to learning organization.
TCTR.02.01.a
Outcome
Provide information using motivational and engaging communication techniques.
TCTR.02.01.b
Outcome
Use non-verbal communication to enhance verbal communication.
TCTR.02.01.c
Outcome
Customize communication messages to fit the audience members.
TCTR.02.01.d
Outcome
Recognize and address barriers to oral communication.
TCTR.02.01.e
Outcome
Give clear verbal directions.
TCTR.02.01.f
Outcome
Utilize feedback to improve communication.
TCTR.02.02
Skill
Employ communication skills in interactive situations to enhance learning and stakeholder commitment to the organization.
TCTR.02.02.a
Outcome
Utilize interviewing skills.
TCTR.02.02.b
Outcome
Utilize discussion skills.
TCTR.02.02.c
Outcome
Utilize questioning skills.
TCTR.02.02.d
Outcome
Apply listening skills to enhance learning and stakeholder investment in learning organization.
TCTR.02.02.e
Outcome
Follow verbal directions.
TCTR.02.03
Skill
Use writing skills to enhance stakeholder commitment to the learning organization.
TCTR.02.03.a
Outcome
Write informational correspondence to stakeholders in the learning environment.
TCTR.02.03.b
Outcome
Write clear directions for learners.
TCTR.02.03.c
Outcome
Write summative reports regarding the learning environment.
TCTR.02.03.d
Outcome
Write position papers on issues affecting learning environments and organizations.
TCTR.02.03.e
Outcome
Employ graphic communication to enhance learning and stakeholder investment in learning organization.
TCTR.02.04
Skill
Use knowledge of reading strategies in the content area to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.02.04.a
Outcome
Understand content, technical concepts, and vocabulary to analyze information and follow directions.
TCTR.02.04.b
Outcome
Communicate information, data, and observations that apply information learned from reading to actual practice.
TCTR.03
Competency
Solve problems using critical thinking skills (analyze, synthesize, and evaluate) independently and in teams. Solve problems using creativity and innovation.
TCTR.03.01
Skill
Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills in educational and training settings to enhance instruction and learner achievement.
TCTR.03.01.a
Outcome
Utilize scientific thinking to solve education and training related problems.
TCTR.03.01.b
Outcome
Synthesize multiple and conflicting data and viewpoints to derive a position on educational issues.
TCTR.03.01.c
Outcome
Utilize reflection strategies to improve instructional skills and learner achievement.
TCTR.03.01.d
Outcome
Utilize perspective-taking to enhance instruction and learner achievement.
TCTR.03.01.e
Outcome
Utilize conflict resolution strategies to resolve issues in educational contexts.
TCTR.03.02
Skill
Evaluate educational perspectives, policies and procedures using critical thinking in order to intelligently discuss educational issues.
TCTR.03.02.a
Outcome
Analyze the diversity of objectives and perspectives of multiple stakeholders.
TCTR.03.02.b
Outcome
Analyze public and organizational policies and procedures.
TCTR.04
Competency
Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
TCTR.04.01
Skill
Employ knowledge of group processes and skills for working collaboratively to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.04.01.a
Outcome
Employ interpersonal skills to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.04.01.b
Outcome
Employ group processes knowledge and skills to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.05
Competency
Know and understand the importance of professional ethics and legal responsibilities.
TCTR.05.01
Skill
Analyze and explain ethical and legal boundaries of professional practice in learning settings to enhance professionalism in education and training.
TCTR.05.01.a
Outcome
Explain major laws that govern behavior within learning settings.
TCTR.05.01.b
Outcome
Analyze ethical responsibilities in professional practice within learning settings.
TCTR.05.01.c
Outcome
Explain institutional policies and procedures that relate to ethical and legal behavior.
TCTR.05.02
Skill
Explain legal rights that apply to stakeholders and practitioners within learning settings to enhance professionalism in education and training.
TCTR.05.02.a
Outcome
Explain legal rights of stakeholders within learning settings.
TCTR.05.02.b
Outcome
Explain legal rights of professional practitioners within learning settings.
TCTR.05.03
Skill
Exhibit ethical and legal behavior within educational and training settings to model professional behaviors.
TCTR.05.03.a
Outcome
Perform work duties according to legal boundaries.
TCTR.05.03.b
Outcome
Perform work duties in accordance with legal rights of stakeholders and coworkers.
TCTR.05.03.c
Outcome
Perform work duties according to ethical boundaries.
TCTR.06
Competency
Know and understand the importance of employability skills. Explore, plan, and effectively manage careers. Know and understand the importance of entrepreneurship skills.
TCTR.06.01
Skill
Explore, describe, and determine career options using research skills in order to plan for a career in education and training.
TCTR.06.01.a
Outcome
Use self-assessment and assessment by others to match personal characteristics to those associated with successful professional practice.
TCTR.06.01.b
Outcome
Explain career trajectories in education and training.
TCTR.06.01.c
Outcome
Use relationships with other professionals to explore career options.
TCTR.06.01.d
Outcome
Construct an individual career plan.
TCTR.07
Competency
Use the technical knowledge and skills required to pursue the targeted careers for all pathways in the career cluster, including knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of technological systems critical to the career cluster.
TCTR.07.01
Skill
Employ and adapt instructional strategies within educational and training settings to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.07.01.a
Outcome
Apply instructional strategies to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.07.01.b
Outcome
Adapt instructional strategies based on learner performance.
TCTR.07.01.c
Outcome
Use instructional tools to enhance learner achievement.
TCTR.07.02
Skill
Employ organizational and logic skills and enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.02.a
Outcome
Employ record keeping skills to enhance professional practice and meet accountability standards.
TCTR.07.02.b
Outcome
Employ logic skills to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.03
Skill
Conduct, interpret, and share research findings to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.03.a
Outcome
Identify credible sources of research to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.03.b
Outcome
Conduct research to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.03.c
Outcome
Interpret research to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.07.03.d
Outcome
Disseminate research results to enhance professional practice.
TCTR.08
Competency
Planning/Preparing
TCTR.08.01
Skill
Use fundamental knowledge of subject matter to plan/prepare effective instruction.
TCTR.08.01.a
Outcome
Use resources and professional development to update knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis.
TCTR.08.01.b
Outcome
Identify prerequisite knowledge that will provide a bridge between past and future knowledge for learners.
TCTR.08.01.c
Outcome
Apply principles of scope and sequence while planning instruction.
TCTR.08.01.d
Outcome
Integrate various content to make explicit the connections to other subject matter.
TCTR.08.01.e
Outcome
Explain connection to life and career applications when making content relevant.
TCTR.08.02
Skill
Meet the needs of learners and organizations to design courses/programs.
TCTR.08.02.a
Outcome
Analyze standards, organization goals, and learners when selecting content.
TCTR.08.02.b
Outcome
Use assessment tools when determining needs of learners and organizations.
TCTR.08.02.c
Outcome
Employ analytical skills while evaluating instructional resources and program materials.
TCTR.08.03
Skill
Employ knowledge of learning and developmental theory to describe individual learners.
TCTR.08.03.a
Outcome
Locate theory-based information to describe individual learners.
TCTR.08.03.b
Outcome
Apply learning and developmental theory to relate individual characteristics to the learning process.
TCTR.08.04
Skill
Examine and apply teaching/learning theory and instructional skills to plan appropriate educational strategies.
TCTR.08.04.a
Outcome
Use knowledge of learners when aligning instructional strategies to learners' backgrounds.
TCTR.08.04.b
Outcome
Apply teaching/learning theory while selecting learning activities.
TCTR.08.04.c
Outcome
Employ multiple methods for grouping learners.
TCTR.08.04.d
Outcome
Employ organizational skills while designing a coherent structure of instructional strategies.
TCTR.08.04.e
Outcome
Develop strategies to encourage the transfer of knowledge and skills.
TCTR.08.05
Skill
Identify and locate materials/resources needed to support instructional plans.
TCTR.08.05.a
Outcome
Identify materials and resources needed to enhance instruction.
TCTR.08.05.b
Outcome
Identify resources to aid learners in learning.
TCTR.09
Competency
Learning Environment
TCTR.09.01
Skill
Establish a positive climate to promote learning.
TCTR.09.01.a
Outcome
Establish respect and rapport to foster positive social and intellectual interactions.
TCTR.09.01.b
Outcome
Explain the importance of content to promote interest in learning.
TCTR.09.01.c
Outcome
Establish challenging expectations for each learner.
TCTR.09.02
Skill
Employ motivational, social, and psychological theory and effective practices to guide learners' personal conduct.
TCTR.09.02.a
Outcome
Document standards of conduct and expectations clearly.
TCTR.09.02.b
Outcome
Monitor learners' personal conduct using a variety of strategies.
TCTR.09.02.c
Outcome
Respond to learners' personal conduct by providing appropriate feedback.
TCTR.09.03
Skill
Use organizational and relationship-building skills to manage instructional activities and related procedures.
TCTR.09.03.a
Outcome
Utilize engagement of learners to optimize benefits of instructional groups.
TCTR.09.03.b
Outcome
Manage instructional transitions while employing time management skills.
TCTR.09.03.c
Outcome
Employ organizational skills while managing instructional resources (i.e., tools, equipment, supplies, and materials).
TCTR.09.03.d
Outcome
Perform non-instructional duties.
TCTR.09.03.e
Outcome
Supervise learners using organizational and relationship-building skills.
TCTR.09.04
Skill
Consider physical elements in an educational or training setting to optimize learning.
TCTR.09.04.a
Outcome
Arrange space, equipment, and furniture within learning settings to optimize learning.
TCTR.09.04.b
Outcome
Use physical access and spacing requirements within learning settings.
TCTR.10
Competency
Instruction
TCTR.10.01
Skill
Employ instructional strategies in a learning setting to advance learning.
TCTR.10.01.a
Outcome
Use appropriate representations to make content meaningful to learners.
TCTR.10.01.b
Outcome
Use learning activities and assignments to challenge and engage learners.
TCTR.10.01.c
Outcome
Use content and knowledge of teaching/learning while delivering instruction.
TCTR.10.01.d
Outcome
Employ instructional materials and resources to enhance learning.
TCTR.10.01.e
Outcome
Use questioning techniques to encourage higher-order thinking.
TCTR.10.01.f
Outcome
Use discussion techniques to engage learners.
TCTR.10.01.g
Outcome
Employ educational technology to enhance learning.
TCTR.10.01.h
Outcome
Use cooperative learning techniques to engage learners.
TCTR.10.01.i
Outcome
Use work-based learning techniques to extend learning.
TCTR.10.01.j
Outcome
Use project-based learning techniques to extend learning.
TCTR.10.01.k
Outcome
Provide support for learning organizations and activities to extend learning opportunities.
TCTR.11
Competency
Professional Responsibilities
TCTR.11.01
Skill
Assess past teaching/training performance to determine effectiveness of instructional practices.
TCTR.11.01.a
Outcome
Construct an active philosophy of instruction to form criteria for assessing effective instructional practice.
TCTR.11.01.b
Outcome
Employ various strategies while systematically monitoring effectiveness of instruction.
TCTR.11.01.c
Outcome
Refine instructional practice based upon analysis of past actions.
TCTR.11.02
Skill
Employ community-building skills and strategies with others to advance the education profession and learning organizational vision.
TCTR.11.02.a
Outcome
Form partnerships with colleagues to establish a community of learners.