 We have recently added another Project Management Professional Certification Program class starting November 16! The Project Management Professional (PMP®) is an important industry credential for people who lead projects regardless of their career field. Our program is an accelerated learning experience that can give your career the boost it needs.
The Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential is the most important
industry-recognized certification for people working in project management. Our
program is a five-meeting course that delivers the critical details needed for
a successful, accelerated learning experience. You will learn how to initiate,
plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects. Upon completion, you will be able to
demonstrate you have the experience, education and competency to successfully
lead and direct projects. There are two required textbooks: PMBOK®Guide,
Fourth Edition, 2009, PMI and PMP® Exam
Prep, 2009, Rita Mulcahy. The certification exam is not included in the
price of the course and lunch is on your own. Ahmed Zouhair is a PMI-certified
project management professional and consultant with more than 16 years of experience.
(5 meetings) (3.5 CEUs, 35 PDUs)
Nov 16-Dec 21* SAT 8
am-5 pm Cost/$849
*No class Nov 30
Not sure if this program is right for you or your staff? Join us for a FREE info-session and sit in on our Project
Management Professional Certification Program for two hours! This free
info session provides an overview of the discipline along with important
project management skills and techniques and see the class first hand.
Saturday November 16th 9-11 am
The free Info-session will take place on the Central Texas
College campus in the building 136 (Corner of Clear Creek Rd. and Central
Texas College Drive), room 129.
Session recommended for:
Call us at (254) 526-1586 for additional information.
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Monday, November 4, 2013
Project Management Class and Free Info-Session
Tips for Teaching Adult Students
- Treat them like the adults they are. Adult learners are generally more sophisticated and experienced than their younger counterparts and they benefit from realistic examples of skills they can use in “real life.” “Adult learners will be empowered as they discover they have a great deal to teach their younger classmates, and the dynamic is mutually beneficial,” said Thomas Lisack, an instructor at Rasmussen College in Wausau, WI. Lisack recommends incorporating intergenerational discussions on issues that otherwise have a generational divide as appropriate for the subject matter to engage learners of all ages.
- Be aware that their classroom skills may be “rusty.” Some adult learners have not been in a classroom for 30 years, so you may need to remind them of basic rules and etiquette, such as raising a hand if you have a question. At the same time, reassure them that, as the instructor, you will not be judgmental of their life experiences or their perspectives, and that they will be evaluated only on their mastery of the content. Be generous when it comes to formatting issues such as APA writing guidelines. Instead, focus on content. “I have found adult learners to be self-conscious, even apologetic, when it comes to being in the classroom,” Lisack noted. “They might even exhibit some shame because they feel decades behind their classmates. The more you can break down these walls of insecurity, the better.”
- Consider and acknowledge the technology gap. Students in their 50s and 60s are generally not nearly as tech savvy—or tech dependent, as some would argue—as 18 or even 30 year olds. Assess each student’s level of proficiency as it relates to class requirements and compensate. Lisack said he once spent three hours after class teaching a group of displaced workers—many of whom had never used a computer—the finer points of Microsoft Word. “The students were very grateful. I felt I’d accomplished something important to help them on their educational journey and it was very satisfying,” he said. Even if they are skilled with technology, adult learners tend to have dramatically different habits. “While younger students may be tethered to technology, adults have longer attention spans and traditional classroom approaches appeal to them,” Lisack said. “This does not mean you can lecture to them for three hours, but you can expect the older learner to concentrate on complex material without feeling ‘withdrawal’ of from a technology device.”
- Be efficient with lessons and activities. “Move fast and don’t waste anyone’s time,” advises Andrea Leppert, adjunct instructor at Rasmussen College in Aurora/Naperville, IL. “Adult students have jobs, sometimes children and tons of responsibilities, so pack every class with information and useful activities.” Consider balancing instructional time with “lab” time, giving students an opportunity to do modeling work or homework in class to give them a better chance of accomplishing all the requirements on time. Leppert also suggests being “strictly flexible” — diligent in your expectations, yet understanding about busy lives, illness and working late. “Like any job, it’s not to be abused, but as grown-ups, we have priorities that sometimes take precedent over finishing assignments,” she said. “Build in safety nets that allow a limited number of late assignments to maintain flexibility, accountability and expectations of excellent work.”
- Be creative: Use the unique vibe or personality of each class to teach the lesson and choose activities that engage, and even entertain to some degree. Pair highly motivated students with those less skilled on projects to create peer encouragement and mentoring. Leppert says this strategy keeps students interested, attendance high and motivation strong.
Instructor of the Month! November 2013
Congratulations to our November 2013 Instructor of the Month...
Mary Ellen Knox RN-BC!
Mary Ellen has been a member of the Continuing Education family since April 2013 and has already made such a huge impact! She teaches CPR for Healthcare Providers and Heartsaver AED and First Aid!
We asked Mary Ellen a few quick questions so we can get to know her more:
What is your favorite part about teaching? Knowing that the skills I teach may save a life. If only 1 life is saved because of my instruction, it makes it all worth it.
What would you name the autobiography of your life? The Many Lives of Mary Ellen Knox.
What’s the #1 most played song on your iPod? "Today I started Loving You Again" -Merle Haggard
What is your favorite form of exercise? Walking.
What’s your current favorite TV show/Movie? TV Show- Sons of Anarchy. All time favorite movie is Forrest Gump, it's my feel good movie..
What is something you learned in the last week? Just yesterday we had a Yoga instructor come to our office and she taught us how to do Facial Yoga.
When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time? Relaxing on the couch with a cup of coffee.
If you could be any fictional character, who would you choose? Optimus Prime... big transformers fan lol
What advice do you have for new instructors of Continuing Education? Love what you do and it will show to your students. They will become more engaged by your enthusiasm.
To see Mary Ellen's classes and more, you can visit http://www.ctcd.edu/ce/schedule.pdf to register or additional information, give us a call at 254-526-1586.
Would you like to nominate one of our Continuing Education instructors? Let us know by emailing us at continue.education@ctcd.edu.
November 2013 Classes
- Vinyasa Yoga, 11/5-12/3, T/TH, 6-7pm, $29
- Acrylic Painting, 11/5-11/21, T/TH, 6-8pm, $39
- Aqua Zumba, 11/5-12/3, T/TH, 1:30-2:30pm, $29
- Zumba, 11/5-12/3, T/TH, 7:30-8:30pm, $29
- Facebook Basics, 11/6, SAT, 9am-1pm, $25
- Camp Geek: Recycle/Upcycle (Ages 5-12), 11/9, SAT, 1-4pm, $35
- Word 2010, 11/12-11/21, T/TH, 8am-noon, $75
- Adv. Sign Language, 11/12-12/3, T/TH, 6-8pm, $39
- LLL Excel 2010, 11/13-11/20, M/W, 1-5pm, $45
- LLL PowerPoint 2010, 11/13-11/20, M/W, 8am-noon, $45
- Beginning Linux, 11/13-12/16, M/W, 7-9pm, $75
- Water Fitness, 11/13-12/11, M/W, 7:30-8:30pm, $29
- Belly/Oriental Dance, 11/13-12/11, M/W, 6-7pm, $35
- Tribal Beg Belly Dance, 11/13-12/11, M/W, 7:10-8:10pm, $35
- CPR For Healthcare Providers, 11/14, THU, 5-9pm, $25
- Water Fitness, 11/15-12/13, FRI, 11:45am-12:45pm, $15
- Core Strength & Conditioning, 11/15-12/13, FRI, 11:45am-12:45pm, $15
- Aqua Zumba, 11/15-12/13, FRI, 6:30-7:30pm, $15
- Water Fitness, 11/15-12/13, FRI, 5:30-6:30pm, $15
- Line Dancing, 11/15-11/21, T/TH, 7-8:30pm, $25
- Ethical Dilemma, 11/15, FRI, 9am-noon, $25 ($10 for CTC Students)
- Project Management Certification, 11/16-12/14, SAT, 8am-5pm, $649
- Handmade Greeting cards, 11/16, SAT, 10am-noon, $19
- Understanding your Mortgage, 11/16-11/23, SAT, 10am-noon, $19
- Lose the Holiday Blues, 11/16, SAT, 9:30-12:30pm, $39
- Babysitting Training (10+), 11/16, SAT, 9am-4pm, $95
- Positive Self Talk, 11/16, SAT, 10am-2p, $25
- Math for College Success, 11/16-12/14, SAT, 1-5pm, $49
- Facebook Basics, 11/16, SAT, 9am-1pm, $25
- Adult Swim Lessons, 11/18-11/21, M-Th, 3-4pm, $49
- LLL Water Aerobics, 11/19-12/10, T/TH, 9-10am, $25
- Thanksgiving Desserts, 11/23, SAT, 11am-4pm, $49
See something you like? You can always check out our current
catalog at www.ctcd.edu/ce/schedule.pdf. To register for classes, call us at
254-526-1586 or visit our office on the Central Texas College campus in
building 136 (located on the corner of Clear Creek Rd and Central Texas College
Drive) in room 139.
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