7 Simple Ways to Become a Truly Great Teacher!

1. Identify Your "Big Why".

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2. Become a Passionate Student of Adult Learners!

Closed Learner

Overflowing Learner

3. Design Learning Experiences NOT Courses.

Ineffective Teaching

• I was in information overload.
• The materials were poorly designed.
• There was little to no discussion.
• There were few relevant examples or stories.
• There was little opportunity to practice.

Good Teaching

• I could see how it applied to me.
• There was lots of participation.
• I was drawn in quickly.
• There was lots of 2-way communication
• The teacher "spoke my language".

4. Think context first, content second.

Put yourself in the Learner's Shoes!

5. Cultivate the "Art of
Storytelling"

The Tale of Two Leadership GUrus

Two Leadership Gurus

• Highly paid speaker
• Top Leadership Author
• Doctorate Degree
• 20+ year Speaking Career

Leadership Guru was a
Master Storyteller!

6. Teach from the Core.

7. Building a Trusted Community.

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Bonus:
Offer a Variety of Mediums!

Quick Summary

• Identify Your Big Why
• Know thy Adult Learner
• Design powerful learning experiences
• Think about the context
• Learn the "Art of Storytelling"

Quick Summary

• Teach from the core
• Build a trusted community
• Mix up the medium