Description:
Designed for instructors preparing for the Teaching & People module of the Alpine Level II Assessment, this event provides guided practice and feedback aligned with the National Certification Standards and Performance Guides. Participants will explore the expectations of the assessment while developing the teaching and people skills needed to create effective learning experiences for intermediate-zone students.
Participants should come prepared for two-days of on-hill activities in varying conditions.
Learning Experiences:
Specific activities will vary depending on the group and environmental conditions and will typically include:
- A review of the Level II Certification Standards, Performance Guide, assessment format, and performance expectations, with opportunities for questions and discussion.
- Peer teaching through scenarios relevant to intermediate-zone students.
- Opportunities to give and receive feedback on teaching decisions, communication, learner engagement, and adaptability.
- Exploration of strategies for recognizing and responding to individual motivations, emotions, performance, and understanding.
- Discussion of how Teaching and People Skills work together to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the event, successful participants will be able to:
- Gain greater clarity around the performance expectations of the Level II Teaching & People assessment.
- Improve their ability to plan and adapt learning experiences based on the needs of intermediate-zone learners.
- Strengthen their ability to recognize and respond to learner motivations, emotions, and performance.
- Use feedback and self-reflection to identify strengths and priorities for continued development.
Prerequisite(s):
Discipline Level I Certified
Recommended Learning Resources:
- National Alpine Certification Standards
- National Alpine Performance Guide
- PSIA-AASI Alpine Technical Manual
- PSIA-AASI Teaching Snowsports Manual
- Level II Alpine Assessment Forms
- Eastern Region Website: Certification and Professional Development Pathways
Equipment/Materials Needed:
Alpine equipment suitable for a variety of terrain and conditions; front-side carving or all-mountain skis are recommended.
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