EMT Teaching: A Common-Sense Approach [Paperback]

Richard A. Cherry (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 28, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0893030074 | ISBN-13: 978-0893030070 | Edition: 1

This informative and unique look at the world of EMS education presents techniques, strategies, and the author's enthusiasm for the profession. It starts out by exploring the lifelong commitment to becoming the best teacher and EMS instructor one can be, and ends with a summary of what the author has loved and learned in 25 years of classroom teaching. The other chapters cover excellence in the EMT curriculum and program design, creating a learning environment, motivating the adult learner, building and improving upon the basic lesson plan, delivering a lecture, 21st century education media, and the importance of student evaluations. For both new and experienced EMS instructors.

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EMT Teaching is a practical guide to improving your skills as a classroom teacher and running an effective training program. Written by a paramedic instructor with over 23 years of teaching experience, this book focuses on practical tips and suggestions rather than on theory. Engaging, conversational style makes this book easy to read and understand. Contains thorough, comprehensive coverage on becoming a first-class instructor, how to set up a successful EMT program, motivating the adult learner, designing lesson plans and assessments, effective speaking and use of multimedia. Addresses topics unique to medical clinician training, such as field and clinical internships. Each chapter is filled with teaching aids, making this book a valuable classroom reference.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (December 28, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0893030074
• ISBN-13: 978-0893030070
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #365,968 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best book of its type I have ever read, August 6, 1998

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This review is from: EMT Teaching: A Common-Sense Approach (Paperback)

I have never read a book like this. I would recommend this book to any teacher. It is filled with practical suggestions and tips from an experienced teacher.