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Teaching TeachingTips on Teaching with Video Tapes
The principle way in which we will equip the saints is by means
of teaching on DVD’s. In order to maximize the experience of
learning by video tape, here are a few Tips on How to Teach
Using Video Tapes.
1) Prepare Yourself
Pray
Preview the material – Fill in your blanks, look up scriptures,
etc.
Do your home work – You are representing the Lord, the
church, IFFM and yourself.
2) Prepare Your Room
Pray
Make sure it is safe, clean and conducive to spiritual
growth.
Prepare for anticipated amount of people.
If you can’t operate the equipment, get someone who can
and will.
Make sure video player is visible and audible.
Have the tape cued up to where it is supposed to begin
Arrange seats based on the type of group it is (lecture,
worship, small group, church school class)
3) Begin on Time
Use Ice breakers and devotions to fi ll in time at the beginning,
but do begin on time.
Replay portions of tape for late-comers at your convenience
after the session.
4) Be Positive
About the usage of the video as an advancement and enhancement
of the IFFM’s teaching ministry and not just a
mere replacement for the pastor’s personal presence.
5) Pay Attention While the Tape is Playing
Spot interest and unclear areas in the minds of the group
as they watch the tape. Non-verbal actions, such as smiles,
raised eyebrows, frowns, leaning forward towards the
tape, laughter, etc., may serves as cues for you.
Make a mental note of these and follow up on them during
the discussion period.
6) Let the Tape do theTeaching
If you choose a great tape, you won’t have to teach.
It should be self explanatory.
Your job is to lead the discussion, provide a personal presence
and ready assistance to those who may have questions
or diffi culties with the material.
7) Encourage Participation
In Set Up Break Down
In Devotions
In Discussion
In Closing
In Communication between meetings etc.
8) Don’t Fake Answers
If you don’t know the answer to a question, say so. Note
the question and between then and the next session, check
with IFFM or do your own research and fi nd the answer.
9) Keep Away from Debates and Arguments
These classes encourage discussion, but not debates and
arguments. Steer away from these.
10) Let the Holy Spirit Use You and the Other Group
Members to Teach Each Other