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AYSO NationalInstructor Program

Introduction to InstructionWorkshop # 901

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Why Are You Here?Module # 1

To learn the role of the AYSO instructor and the basic

instructional skillsused to present AYSO courses

What You Will Learn• How to be an instructor

• Presentation methods• Use of visual aids• Asking and answering questions

• How to be an AYSO instructor• Proper dress• Using the AYSO Philosophies• AYSO resources

• Additional certification requirements

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This: Not This:

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Course Outline

1. IntroductionSlides 1 - 5

2. Knowing the AYSO PhilosophiesSlides 6 - 12

3. What it Means To Be An AYSO Instructor Slides 13 - 21

4. Available ResourcesSlides 22 - 29

5. Using AYSO Approved Teaching PlansSlides 30- 33

6. Teaching MethodsSlides 34 - 46

7. Visual AidsSlides 47 - 56

8. Questioning TechniquesSlides 57 - 67

9. eAYSO for InstructorsSlides 68 - 81

10. Next Step in Becoming an InstructorSlides 82 - 85

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Philosophies

Module # 2

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Before the course begins:

Please take out a pen and paper and

answer the following question.

What are the

6 AYSO Philosophies?

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Who was able to name all six correctly?

Everyone Plays ®

Balanced TeamsOpen RegistrationPositive CoachingGood SportsmanshipPlayer Development

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Why is it importantfor you, as futureAYSO instructors,

to knowthe AYSO

philosophies?

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AYSO Vision Statement

What is it?

“To provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich

children’s lives.”

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What are the five key elements of the

AYSO Vision Statement?

1. World class

2. Youth

3. Soccer programs

4. Enrich

5. Children

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AYSO’s Mission statement supports our

philosophies.AYSO's Mission is to develop and deliver quality

youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on AYSO's Six Philosophies:

• Everyone Plays®

• Balanced Teams

• Open Registration

• Positive Coaching

• Good Sportsmanship

• Player Development

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Questions:• Is there a philosophy that is the

reason you signed your child up for AYSO?

• Which philosophy resonates with the discipline in which you will be instructing?

• Which philosophy will excite parents and players?

• When instructing how can you get attendees to be excited about our philosophies?

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What does it mean to be an

AYSO instructor?

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Instruction

•Activity that imparts knowledge or skill

•Transfer of learning•Giving understanding of subject•Telling or showing how to do something

•Make learning enjoyable

AYSO Instruction

•Activity that imparts the AYSO Philosophies

•Transfer of consistent national curriculum

•Giving understanding of AYSO Culture•Telling or showing with the kids in mind

•Make AYSO enjoyable

Abilities Common toAdult Learners

The ability… To communicate

The ability…To learn

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Are We Communicatingor Learning?

Communicating Learning

Learning can be reinforced by:

• Use of different methods of instruction

• Repetition• Repetition• Repetition• Questioning• Confirmation:

examinations/quizzes/learning exercises

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Repetition is the key

to learning

AYSO Instructors are

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What Makes a GoodAYSO Instructor?

• AYSO Vision and Mission Statement

• The 6 Philosophies• Attend all discipline specific

courses• Use AYSO resources• Dress appropriately• Acknowledge what you don’t

know

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• Dress to impress• AYSO logo• AYSO attire

• Management: Slacks/skirt, collared AYSO shirt

• Coach: Athletic wear, sneakers, AYSO coach shirt

• Referee: Referee gear, AYSO badge• All: Discipline Specific Instructor shirt

What do AYSO InstructorsLook Like?

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Why, How? What is Next?

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Available ResourcesModule # 4

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If You Need Help…

What tools and resources does AYSO give to an

instructor?

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AYSO Tools/Resources

• Job descriptions

• Discipline specific workshops

• ayso.org

• Standard Regional

Policies & Protocols

• Webinars

• Training Manuals

• Area Meetings

• eAYSO

• Region/Area Assessment Program

• Reference Book

• Kids Zone

• eNewsletters

• Regional Board Meetings

• AYSO Supply Center

• AYSOtraining.org

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In order to be successful, an instructor

needs to use the tools/resources in the AYSO Tool Box

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AYSO Supply Center Documents

• AYSO Reference Book

• AYSO Edition FIFA Laws of the Game

• Coaching and Referee Manuals

• Program Administration Manuals

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For additional assistance contact

• Region, Area, Section Staff and National Staff

• Advisory Commissions: Coach, Referee, Management, Tournament, Extended Play

• Experienced Instructors in the Region, Area, Section, NBOD and National Office.

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Using AYSO Approved Teaching Plans

Module # 5

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Don’t make things up!

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Agree or Disagree

1. It is okay to let coaches know you use 7 v 7 in the U 5 Division in your Region. It works well.

2. Always admit when you don’t know the answer to a question an attendee asks.

3. Very little preparation is needed when using AYSO PowerPoint presentations.

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Agree or Disagree

1. It is okay that I made an approved AYSO PowerPoint presentation better by adding a few of my own ideas.

2. A good instructor doesn’t need to use all of the allotted time for a workshop.

3. The attendees like when I answer all of their questions even if we veer off of the topic.

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AYSO Teaching MethodsModule # 6

Lecture

Demonstration

Guided Participatio

nCombination

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Why Do We Give Presentations?• Train volunteers with accurate, correct,

official information

• Motivate attendees to learn, think and act appropriately

• Present the subject in a clear, positive manner in an environment of trust, respect and authority

• Offer interaction, involvement and integration

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Inform?Entertain

or Amuse?

Inspire or

Stimulate?

Instruct or

Explain?

What are we trying to do?

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We Need AVOLUNTEER

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LectureTell How To Do It

You Are The EXPERT

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DemonstrationShows How To Do It

You Are The PRESENTER

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Guided ParticipationHelps Them Do It

You Are The FACILITATOR

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Advantages/Disadvantages?

Lecture• Clear• Can save time• Most control/Least effective• Can be boring, leads to passive students

Demonstration• Fun• Can save time• Some control/more effective• Can fail, requires extra preparation

Guided Participation• Engaging and interesting• Can waste time• Less control/Most effective• Requires skilled instructor

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What’s The Best Mix of Techniques?

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It Depends On The Material

• Using diverse techniques enhances the learning experience.

• Too much of any teaching technique will overwhelm or underwhelm the attendees.

• Usually, a balanced approach is best, using techniques that best fit the material.

• Presentation style requires practice and practice and practice and . . . . . . .

• The presentation notes will give you guidance.

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Your Goal Is To Avoid This:

And Achieve This:

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Review

1. What are the three basic presentation techniques?

2. Which technique is the best, and hardest, to use?

3. What technique should you try to not use too much?

4. How do you develop your instructor skills?

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Visual Aids

Should Be:

• Meaningful• Useful• Helpful• Interesting• Fun

Module # 7

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Close Your Eyes……….

Is this what you saw?

Or this?

Or this?

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Using Props/Visual AidsCan Be Used Inside or Outside

Coaches—balls, cones, uniforms, what else?Referees—flags, whistles, Laws, cards, ???Management—manuals, cash box, activities,

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Should Be Appropriate and AYSO Appropriate

Should Be Used CarefullyDon’t allow them to become distractionsDon’t toss them around carelessly

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Flip Charts orWhite/Black Boards

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Using Flip Charts or White/Black Boards

• Write legibly• Write large enough to be seen• Place it for maximum visibility• Use bullet points• Use color for emphasis• Scribe should stand to side• If necessary, affix sheets to wall or

board with tape

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Power Points/Projected Media

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Using Power Pointsand Projected Media

• Use only the Power Point

provided

• Set up so screen is visible to

all

• Stand to the side

• Don’t just read the slide

• Allow time for students to

read

• Talk to them - not the screen

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Handouts

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Using Handouts

• Reinforce main points

• Help organize notes

• Additional detail

• References

• When to hand them out

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Advantages and Disadvantages?

• Props• Flip charts or white/black boards• Power Points/projected media• Handouts

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Questioning TechniquesModule # 8

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Why Do AYSO Instructors Ask Questions?

• To make sure that the class understands the material

• To make sure that the students are paying attention

• To involve the students in the class• To ask for clarification• To probe students’ assumptions or

understandings• To get a range of answers for discussion• To play devil’s advocate

Questioning Techniques - APPLE

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Ask the question clearly

Pause (let them think!)

Pick someone (new!)

Listen closely (everyone)

Emphasize correct answer• Or ask again

Why Are There Questions?

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• Lack of experience• Can’t hear• Seeking more meaning• Confirming that they understand• Want understanding in face of

opposing info• Prior knowledge/experience• Other ideas from small groups• You asked for them!

Answering Questions - RAMP

Repeat question so everyone can hear

Answer correctly, clearly and completely

Make sure you have answered the question

Proceed with rest of lesson – don’t get sidetracked

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If necessary, park question and return at end!

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“In my Region…”

Don’t Know The Answer?

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DON’T MAKE IT UP!

No Fairy Tales!

Facts only

Review

Why are questions important?

• To ensure attendees understand the material whether the instructor is asking or answering questions.

• To keep attendees engaged.

• To ensure there are no misconceptions.

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More Review

How should questions be answered?

• Correctly, clearly and completely

• Without wasting time on tangents

• With a broad AYSO perspective

Any other comments?

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eAYSO for InstructorsModule # 9

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Learning Objectives:• How to Request/Roster a Course• Managing Attendees• Completing and Returning Rosters• Cancel a Course

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Requesting a Course

Under Region, Instructor, Select Course Request

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Requesting a Course

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Enter Section, Course Name, Start Date, State, and City.

Enter Lead Instructor - must have correct Instructor certifications

Enter Course Contact

Enter Course Verifier: Region, Area, Section or National level required

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201501053

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Requesting a Course

Successful Course Request returns Roster #

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Requesting a Course

Invalid Instructor certifications or Course Verification credentials result in Pending Roster status

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Managing AttendeesEnter Roster Number & Search

Or Search by Instructor Last Name, etc.

Select the Roster & Manage Roster

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Managing Attendees

Add Roster Attendees

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Managing Attendees

Search for Attendee

Select Attendee and Add attendee to program roster

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Managing Attendees

If searching for attendee results and no data is found, Volunteer MUST complete their APPLICATION before you can add to a roster

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Complete & Return Rosters

Check Course Exam or Completed to give attendees credit and select Return Roster

or Check Completed Modules to give attendees credit and select Return Roster

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Cancel a RosterEnter Roster Number & Search

Or Search by Instructor Last Name, etc.

Select the Roster & Cancel Roster

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Checking Roster Status Status is

- Approved

- Returned - Cancelled- Pending

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Remember! Instructors who have not returned or cancelled a course within 60 days won’t be allowed to

create new rosters.

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eAYSO for Instructors

Check Instructor Page of ayso.org for more information

Next Step in Becoming an

AYSO Instructor

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Module # 10

To become an AYSO Instructor,you need to successfully completea discipline-specific instructor class:

• Management• Referee• Coach

And complete any additional post-workshop assignments

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Then, You Can Instruct!!

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For attendingIntroduction to Instruction

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