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How to teach what you don't know
The document provides a guide for teaching subjects one is unfamiliar with, emphasizing the importance of clear objectives and understanding the audience's needs. It suggests gathering information, utilizing various resources, and leveraging guest speakers to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, it encourages organization and collaboration with others to build credibility and reduce anxiety while teaching.
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How to teach what you don't know
- 1. How to TeachWhat You Don't Know Kristine Kenney, MLIS Information Services Manager, Palatine Public Library kkenney@palatinelibrary.org
- 3. “To begin withthe end in mind means to start with a clear understanding of your destination. It means to know where you’re going...so that the steps you take are always in the right direction.” Stephen Covey The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
- 4. How do youdo that?
- 5. Gather Information What types of questions are people asking? What is important to know? What concepts are hardest for you to understand?
- 6. “If you don’tknow where you’re going, you’ll get there every time!”
- 7. What is worthunderstanding? Where do I find the information? Where do I begin?
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- 14. eBooks and OnlineTraining
- 15. eBooks and OnlineTraining Individual annual subscription $250/yr Individual annual subscription $472.89/yr
- 16. Know your objectives Stay organized Keep focused
- 17. Organize as youLearn
- 18. “First comes thought;then organization of that thought, into ideas and plans; then transformation of those plans into reality.” Napolean Hill
- 19. But I’m freakingout!
- 20. Spend Time onWhat you Do Know
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- 23. ? Allow time forquestions
- 24. But I don’twant them to ask questions!
- 25. “Questions focus ourthinking.” Charles Connolly
- 26. You know morethan you think You can always find the answer later Let other students answer the question
- 27. But I don’thave time to do all this!
- 28. Ask others for... advice assistance input help
- 29. “Successful people arealways looking for opportunities to help others.” Brian Tracy
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- 31. Consider a lecture ratherthan a hands-on class
- 32. ...just remember yourobjectives.
- 33. Consider inviting aguest speaker
- 35. They deliver expertisein their field
- 38. They offer varietyto patrons
- 41. They give youa break from having to teach something you don’t know.
- 44. They provide away for you to partner with businesses in your community.
- 46. Is a classreally necessary?
- 48. What about awebinar? What about a handout? What about self study?
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- 50. in the end... Audience Research Ideas Organize Help Create Practice
- 51. notes available online http://goo.gl/CZt2h handout available online http://goo.gl/N06HE
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- #35 As a matter of fact, I was asked to do two presentations at On The Front Lines. I asked a friend to help me out by partnering with me on my other presentation. We used Google Docs - presentations to share our slides, etc. \n
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- #37 See what other libraries are doing. Get copies newsletters to see what libraries are offering. Ask for their handouts. Check library websites. Many will post their handouts online.\n
- #38 lab: step-by-step; takes longer to get concepts covered; can be 2 hours long\nlecture: based on principles; can move more quickly; informal; can be an hour long\n
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- #40 Morningstar\ntry contacting vendors directly you never know if they'll say yes unless you ask.\nApple Store\nMany vendors will come out to the library to do a class while others will set up online webinars for staff and patrons\n\nPartner with local experts. We are partnering with Harper College and their Professional Development Center. They offer classes on LinkedIn and will come to the library \n
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