Overview:Teachers and trainers are being asked by accreditation commissions, other external and internal authorities and learners to: (1) develop clear statements of the intended learning outcomes of their courses or workshops; and (2) develop authentic or performance assessment tasks that will allow learners to clearly demonstrate how well they have achieved the intended learning outcomes. Designed For:Teachers and trainers in any context, but especially those who are concerned about meeting their school or college’s regional accreditation standards Learning Outcomes:
Given a definition of terms and three examples, you will develop at least one intended learning outcome and at least one authentic or performance assessment task for a course or workshop you are currently teaching or getting ready to teach. Outline:The Teaching and Learning Cycle will be used to present the webinar content:
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Facilitator Bio:Your facilitator, Nancy E. Stetson, Ed.D., holds an Ed.D. in higher education from Nova Southeastern University. She also is a certified Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) Facilitator. Her 30-year consulting, teaching and training experience includes the development and facilitation of several adult education courses for UC Berkeley Extension and UC Online, including Assessment and Evaluation, and Instructional Strategies for the Adult and Adolescent Learner; and the development and facilitation of numerous workshops for college faculty on the topic of Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment. She also has developed courses and taught them at public and private two and four-year colleges and universities, and currently is a Mentor/Assessor in Walden University’s online Ph.D. in Education program… More> Additional Information:Dates and online registration for this webinar will be posted soon. Sign up for Company of Experts’ FREE newsletter to learn more about this and other webinars, workshops, and trainings. If you have any questions, please contact the Company of Experts’ office. Our phone number is 702.228.4699 Space is limited, guarantee yourself a spot today! |
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Video Gallery
| 212o – The Extra DegreeAt 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And with steam, you can power a train.One extra degree = Exponential results |
| A Letter to MandelaShikaya is a non-profit civil society organisation that recognises the crucial role that teachers can play in deepening and strengthening South Africa’s democracy. As such, Shikaya supports the personal and professional development of teachers to create a South Africa in which young people in schools are inspired and supported to become responsible citizens and future leaders in our democracy, valuing diversity, human rights and peace.This short feature is part of an interactive multimedia programme, Up2Us, which is being created for South African schools. Up2Us will give young people the opportunity to explore their identity, issues of prejudice and what it means to be an active democratic citizen so that they are more likely to feel inspired and motivated to take action in society. |
| A Vision of Students Todaya short video summarizing some of the most important characteristics of students today – how they learn, what they need to learn, their goals, hopes, dreams, what their lives will be like, and what kinds of changes they will experience in their lifetime. |
| Changing Education ParadigmsThis animate was adapted from a talk given at the RSA by Sir Ken Robinson, world-renowned education and creativity expert and recipient of the RSA’s Benjamin Franklin award. |
| CNA Qatar Strategic Planning ProcessA brief overview of Phase 1 of the CNAQ Strategic Planning process using Appreciative Inquiry. |
| CNAQ Strategic Planning – Phase 1Second video produced by CNA Qatar – using Appreciative Inquiry to help develop their institution’s 5 year strategic plan. |
| Coping with Change at WorkChange is a necessary part of business and that can cause stress among employees. Caty Everett, vice president at Alliance Leadership, explains how being transparent and engaging team members in the process can reduce anxiety. |
| Did you know??Globalization & The Information Age. |
| Embrace Life: A New Online Ad with a TwistA new campaign called Embrace Life is tackling an old-age issue in a very different way. |
| How to Start a New Job: Dodging LandminesThose first few days on a new job can be stressful. Roberta “Bobbie” LaPorte, a career and leadership coach, discusses how to make a great first impression and hit the ground running |
| Learning Styles Don’t ExistProfessor Daniel Willingham describes research showing that learning styles are a myth |
| Managing During Difficult TimesCaty Everett, vice president of Alliance Leadership, explains how to maintain your credibility and executive presence during turbulent times. |
| Smile & MoveIt’s all about attitude & action. Mattering to the world all with a smile. |
| The Opportunity of AdversityThe thesaurus might equate “disabled” with synonyms like “useless” and “mutilated,” but ground-breaking runner Aimee Mullins is out to redefine the word. Defying these associations, she hows how adversity — in her case, being born without shinbones — actually opens the door for human potential. |
| Tomorrow’s Cities“Tomorrow’s Cities”, a succinct and inspiring film (15 minutes long), presents a compelling and easy to understand account of the major developmental challenges facing our cities in South Africa and more broadly cities of the global south. Framed within these challenges, the film unfolds a vision, through the voice of a school child and exciting use of animation, and proposes practical solutions towards achieving breathable, sustainable, equitable and low carbon urban futures.The film is intended as a learning tool to raise discussion and awareness and ultimately inspire action toward the development of sustainable and equitable, low carbon cities. |
Free Resources
Appreciative Inquiry Resources:
- Appreciative Inquiry Commons
- Center for Appreciative Inquiry
- Compliment Dude
- Cooking, Jazz, and the Art Improvisation
- Interview with David Cooperrider
Faculty Resources:
- A New Way of Leading Change in Schools and Colleges
- Aligning Strengths through Appreciative Inquiry
- Cells Alive (online resources for biology/nursing/medicine/bioengineering)
- Chemistry Collective (online resources for teaching and learning chemistry)
- Department Chair Institute
- Eastern Conn. State University Peer Mentor (online resources for students in college)
- Shodor Interactive (free online courseware in science and mathematics)
- WebQuest.Org (make good use of the internet while engaging students)
Presentation Resources:
- Create Professional Flash Presentations in PowerPoint
- Convert any document into a PDF
- Many Eyes (Create unique visualizations that can be inserted into documents, blogs, and social media)
- Free Conference Call, Phone Conferencing, Teleconferences
Professional Resources:
- Be Irreplaceable at Work
- Docstoc (Find and Share Professional Documents – search over 3 million public documents)
- Easybib (free bibliography maker)
- Employee Training Leads to Competitive Advantage
- Employers Cant Ignore Workplace Bullies
- Lawyers and Employers Take the Fight to Workplace Bullies
- Management Help (Free Management Library)
- The Neuroscience of Leadership
- Transform your resumé to include work samples, charts and graphs, audio, video, and images
- Workplace Bullying Survey
- Workplace Bullying: What Everyone Needs to Know
Search Resources:
- A search engine that donates money to a charity of your choosing every time you search
- A search engine that focuses exclusively on business; sifts news and opinions to make them actionable for business people
Social Networking Resources:
- Create free slide shows that can be embedded into your social networking sites
- Social bookmarking site that allows users to tag, save, manage and share web pages from a centralized source
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Success Stories/Case Studies
The documents found below are just a few of the practicums that have been submitted by individuals who have undergone our 4-day Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) program. We celebrate in their achievements and enjoy learning how Appreciative Inquiry has influenced their lives – personally and professionally. We are so appreciative of the clients we serve and the joy they bring to our work. New stories are posted frequently, so check back often to see what new stories have been posted. Enjoy!
Bermuda College – Strategic Planning Using AI |
Kirtland Community College – Strategic Planning Using AI |
 Company of Experts Anniversary Collection |
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Inspiring Parents and Teachers to Collaborate in Developing Dynamic, Strengths-Based Relationships |
Delta College – Appreciative Inquiry (Ai) in the Classroom |
Exceptional Classroom Learning Experiences: Breaking Down Language Barriers |
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Taking a Stand Against Corruption in the Red Zone with Appreciative Inquiry |
Developing the Meaning and Value of Institutional Research |
Using Appreciative Inquiry to Re-Imagine our College Strategy |
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Networking for a Mission: A Special Gathering of Notre Dame Educators |
Building Capacity for Quality Improvement at Southeast Inc. |
Coming Together: Envisioning the Future of Communication at the Univ. of MD |
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Creating Patient Centered Care through Inquiry |
 Appreciative Inquiry at College of the North Atlantic – Qatar |
 Appreciative Inquiry at UNIMA South Africa |
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 Providing comprehensive behavioral healthcare at Southeast, Inc. |
 Creating Revolutionary Change through the process of Appreciative Inquiry |
 Becoming the Most Frequented Restaurant through Extraordinary Hospitality & Culinary Excellence |
Creating a Vibrant Learning Group Conducive to Transformation and Growth |
 Creating a Compelling Image of the Future |
 Being Our Best Together |
 Discovering You at Your Best Using Appreciative Inquiry |
 Exploring a Relationships using Appreciative Inquiry |
 Empowering Off-Campus Students by Providing Opportunities that Enhance their College Experience |
 Appreciative Inquiry into Math Success Factors |
 Incorporating Interprofessional Education (IPE) into the Health Sciences Programs |
 Building Organizational Capacity: Moving Adjunct Experience from “Good” to “Great” |
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Internships
Internships are available each semester (fall, winter break, spring, and summer). Internships include paid and unpaid. This is a busy and fun corporate environment. The Company of Experts develops and delivers corporate training programs. The Company shares office space and provides staffing support to a software development company. If you are interested in gaining valuable experience in a busy and growing company, please send a resume and cover letter telling us which of the 6 positions you are applying for to Kathy at Kathy@CompanyofExperts.net
Internship Requirements:
* Must be a current full-time or part-time college student in Clark County
* Minimum GPA Requirement is a 3.0
Internship Job Description:
The work is varied with new learning experiences every day. The duties may include any and all of the duties list below. Working with two small start-up companies with a vision for making a difference, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills and be part of a dynamic and growing team.
Internship Positions Available:
General Office
The general administration office has two openings each semester for an organized, self-motivated individuals to assist with the general administration functions for each company. Duties include: assisting with internship paperwork, applications, and orientation; helping coordinate workshops and training programs as well as technical software development meetings; daily accounting activities and client support via telephone and the internet; and working to complete various administrative and organizational tasks.
Marketing
This fast-moving, dynamic work environment is best suited for students with an interest in the following career fields: Public Relations, Marketing, copywriting, promotion or Advertising Sales.
Projects may include assisting in research analysis such as surveys and other research used to gain clients for both companies. Knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word is a must. Other basic computer knowledge in Office programs is helpful. One to two interns will are necessary.
Sales Development
Two to three interns are needed to assist the advertising sales representatives who handle in-house mail order and classified sales. The interns will aid in sales efforts, maintain lists of clients and update the online registration system. They will also help plan and organize training programs and services. Duties include: typing, filing and phone prospecting, as well as special projects throughout the semester.
Content Development
Content Development needs three students to assist the department in developing and producing a variety of training programs and workshops including online and webinars. Interns in typically assist with the following activities: fact checking, proofreading, photo research, new business research, brainstorming sessions and advertising projects
New Media/Social Networking
One bright, enthusiastic, motivated student to assist with various projects that may include proofreading, research, blogging, online editing, writing and managing content. Ideal candidate works well with others as well as independently. Multimedia experience preferred. Interns should have an excellent eye for detail, possess superior language skills and be interested in web publishing/design.
Technology
One intern is needed in the Technology department for 10 hours per week. Intern will perform minor troubleshooting for windows-based systems and windows software, including active directory audits. Intern will assist in updating existing databases maintained for software, hardware and wiring and maintaining supply inventories. Intern will be involved with updating workstations with recent patches to Windows XP. Other duties include administrative and organizational tasks. Experience with Outlook, Word and Excel are necessary. Ability to be detailed-oriented and keep accurate records a must.
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Doug Kerr
Based in Vancouver on the west coast of Canada, Doug Kerr is an experienced trainer and management consultant who specializes in:
Over the past 30 years Doug has worked across the continent with a broad range of clientele, including all levels of business and industry, post-secondary institutions, public health organizations, and non-profit organizations. Doug has been certified by Company of Experts.net as both an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator and an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT©) Trainer. The Instructional Skills Workshop Program (ISW) Doug is known internationally as the original developer of the Instructional Skills Workshop program (ISW), an intensive, video-based micro-teaching training program for post-secondary instructors. Since its inception in 1978, the program has trained over 5,000 post-secondary instructors in British Columbia, as well as thousands more across Canada. It has been conducted in the UK, several African countries including Zimbabwe and Ghana, the United Arab Emirates, and a number of Caribbean countries. The program has been implemented state-wide in California, and has been conducted in over 20 states in the USA. Training for Trainers Since going private in 1981, Doug has trained thousands of workshop participants to design and deliver training within their own organizations – health professionals, tradespeople, managers, retail clerks, academics, engineers, technicians, firefighters – people from all walks of life, from sea to sea to sea. Leadership Development/Management Development The three four-day Supervisory Skills Workshops Doug began designing in 1994 for the Yukon Territorial Government have become recognized as the standard training program for entry-level supervisors and managers across the territory. Doug has also custom-designed training programs for a broad range of both public- and private-sector middle managers and senior executives for over 25 years. Facilitation Doug Kerr is a master facilitator. Over the past thirty years Doug has designed and facilitated workshops and conferences for a broad range of leadership teams and work teams in both the public and private sector. Doug brings to his facilitation work a sense of timing, an understanding of the need for both engagement and detachment, an appreciation of the capabilities of groups, and a sense of humor. Doug custom designs every workshop he facilitates, based on input from the group and the organization. Some of the types of workshops and conferences Doug has facilitated are listed below:
Executive Coaching In his work as a trainer and facilitator, Doug has coached hundreds of executives, professionals, managers, board members, and political representatives. He is a graduate of the Senior Level Intensive Certificate Program of The Center for Executive Coaching, Professional School of Psychology, Sacramento, CA, and a co-trainer of the program with Dr. William Bergquist. As a certificated executive coach, Doug brings an appreciative approach to his work with his coaching colleagues. Negotiation Skills Training Over the past 10 years Doug has designed and conducted intensive, experiential training workshops in negotiation skills for cleintele ranging from First Nations treaty negotiators to purchasing agents, salespeople, consultants, managers, and executives. Doug holds a Master of Education degree in adult education from the University of British Columbia, and a professional teaching certificate from Notre Dame University in British Columbia. His Bachelor of Arts in English and philosophy was earned at Bishop’s University. Doug Kerr is an energetic, enthusiastic consultant and trainer who brings integrity, perspective, and over 30 years of experience to every consulting assignment he takes on. |
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Jeanie Cockell
Dr. Jeanie Cockell, is president of a consulting company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Jeanie is a dynamic facilitator who is known for her creativity, sense of humour, sensitivity, and ability to get diverse groups to work collaboratively together. She is a leader in Appreciative Inquiry as an organizational and community development process, a research methodology and foundation for fostering collaboration in groups. Jeanie has been certified by Company of Experts.net as both an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator and an appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) Trainer. Since 1999 Jeanie has worked as an educational and organizational consultant with organizations in the private, public and social-profit sectors. She has extensive experience in facilitating, presenting, training, coaching, conflict resolution, leading and collaboratively designing strategies for individuals, groups, organizations and communities to build positive futures and to respond effectively to change. Her background includes teaching, presenting and delivering workshops in a variety of areas: appreciative inquiry; team building; leadership; diversity; mathematics; adult learning; instructional skills, planning and design; instructor and program evaluation; and facilitator training. As well Jeanie has had formal leadership roles at Vancouver Community College as Mathematics Department Head, Associate Dean; at the Institute of Indigenous Government where she consulted as Dean in the senior executive team; and at the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education as Project Officer leading a large provincial project. Her consulting work is based on the expertise that she developed and continues to enhance as an educator and leader, as well as the theoretical/research background she developed in doing her Masters research on “Power and Leadership: A Perspective from College Women” (1993) and her Doctoral research on “Making Magic: Facilitating Collaborative Processes (2005). Jeanie has a BA in Mathematics, an MA in Higher Education and an EdD in Educational Leadership and Policy all from the University of British Columbia. She is also an Instructional Skills Facilitator Trainer, Gender and Diversity Facilitator Trainer, Sociocultural Competency Trainer, and Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Trainer. Publishing includes:
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Charles Miller
Charles R. Miller was a full-time member of the faculty at a northern California community college for 31 years, serving as an instructor, learning specialist and coordinator of faculty and staff development. He also served as adjunct faculty at the University of San Francisco and The Professional School of Psychology. Charles was the vice president of Company of Experts.net for ten years. He is now an Expert on Call with the same company, specializing in Appreciative Inquiry and the Enneagram. He has been certified by COE.net as an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator and as an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT©) Trainer. Charles works as a consultant, facilitator, and trainer throughout the world. He was the national director of the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW), a training program for college and university faculty. Miller has an extensive background in conducting workshops for faculty, staff, and colleges, including Active Learning, Appreciative Inquiry, Classroom Assessment, Collaborative Learning, Enneagram, Great Teaching Seminars, Instructional Skills Workshops, Presentation Skills Workshops, Relationship Training, Right to Succeed/Helping Students Succeed, Strategic Planning, and Student-Centered Instructional Principles & Practices©. His clients have included dozens of schools, community colleges, and four-year colleges and universities, including Concordia University in Montreal, Golden Gate University, Sonoma State University, and Samuel Merritt College. In 1995, Miller received the John Fry Individual Leadership Award from the National Council for Staff, Program and Organization Development. In 1996, he received the Lorraine Barry Individual Leadership Award from the California Community Colleges Council for Staff Development (4C/SD). Charles has completed the coursework in a doctoral program in clinical and organizational psychology at The Professional School of Psychology in San Francisco. He holds a master of arts degree in psychology from Sonoma State University, a master of arts degree in English from San Francisco State University, and studied at Rikkyo University in Tokyo, and Mexico City College. He holds a bachelor of science degree in marine engineering from the California Maritime Academy. Charles was trained as an Appreciative Inquiry practitioner by Jane Magruder Watkins and Ralph Kelly; and as an Executive Coach with an Appreciative Approach by Bill Bergquist and Kathleen O’Donnell. He is an Expert on Call with Company of Experts.net, co-Owner of Appreciative Inquiry Consulting (AIC), LLC, and a member of the Positive Change Corps. |
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