Welcome to GWRRA Rider Educations So You Want

Welcome to GWRRA Rider Education’s So You Want to Become a Rider Ed Seminar Presenter presented by: Tony Van Schaick Assistant Director GWRRA Rider Education

Presentation Overview • • • The Seminar Presenter Development Program Objectives & Overview Position Scope and Responsibilities Appointment Procedure & Process Curriculum – Core Seminars Field Seminar Presentations Rider Ed Seminar Review Session within the District How to Sign Up for a SPDP Restrictions © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 2

Seminar Presenter Development Program (SPDP) • Cooperative effort between GWRRA Leadership Training and Rider Education. • 1 day course to prepare prospective Seminar Presenters to provide consistent high quality training to the GWRRA Membership. • This program certifies them to teach only Rider Education Seminars. Ø To teach Leadership Training Seminars will require the Candidate to take additional training from Leadership Training. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 3

Seminar Presenter Development Program (SPDP) • Completion of the program requires: Ø Satisfactory evaluations in the SPDP classroom Ø Two “field” Seminar Presentations. • The classroom portion of the program is presented to the Candidates by a Leadership Training Senior Master Trainer and a Region/District Educator. • Each Instructor is responsible for a portion of the presentation. • The “field” evaluations are the responsibility of Rider Education. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 4

Program Objectives • Provide an International source of qualified Seminar Presenters. • Guarantee high quality training • Locate top quality seminar capability close to the Chapters. • Driving influences for training. Ø Focus on needs Ø Reliable training material Ø Quality presentations © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 5

Program Overview Implementation: • Unit One – Program Goals and Overview ØPurpose and Philosophies behind GWRRA Training ØInstructor Program Purpose, Content, Structure, and Intent ØExercise: Self-Assessment • Unit Two – Training in GWRRA ØKey Processes and Procedures ØHow Leadership Training works in GWRRA © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 6

Program Overview Implementation (continued): • Unit Three – The Instructor’s Toolbox ØThe Training Tools available ØWorking knowledge of the Tools ØKey instructional techniques and skills • Unit Four – Curriculum, Organization, and Presentation: ØContents – Rationale – Recommendations for Delivery ØExercise: Conduct Co-Rider Seminar © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 7

Procedures & Policies Who may apply for appointment as a Rider Education Seminar Presenter? Full or Associate members may apply by completing the Rider Education Seminar Presenters application. • Certification “Waivers” are not generally available • Seminar Presenters demonstrate complete knowledge of the program content and well developed skill in presenting the program to others. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 8

Procedures & Policies • Certification Officials are District Educators, Region Educators, or the Director- Rider Education. • SPDP must be completed within 6 months of appointment. ØTo ensure knowledgeable Presenters and quality Seminars. • Submit updates (renewals) every two years to the responsible Director or Assistant Director of Rider Education. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 9

Training Philosophy & Vision • Vision Ø A continuing supply of motivated, highly qualified Presenters who serve the members supported by a comprehensive Rider Education Seminar curriculum. • Mission Ø Provide High Quality Training opportunities for GWRRA members. Ø Help members realize their full potential both personally and as a part of the Association, and provide the best training experience possible. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 10

Goals • A dedicated, well equipped, corps of Seminar Presenters who are adequately trained to deliver the Rider Education seminars in a professional manner. • A comprehensive set of guidelines for use in implementing and managing effective Rider Education Training. • A well rounded and flexible Rider Education Seminar curriculum. • A methodology for routine evaluation of the program, its benefits and effectiveness. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 11

The Rider Ed Seminar Presenter Tenure: • Appointed by, and report to, the local Region or District Educator. • Not a lifetime appointment, but serve at the pleasure of their certifying official. What must a Presenter do to maintain his/her certification? • Every two years the Presenter is evaluated. • An in-depth review • Submit a Seminar Presenter Renewal Form (N. 15) © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 12

N. 15 Form • Used for both Initial Certification and 2 year Renewals • Grandfathering? – Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) • Where to send it (C) GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 13

Scope & General Responsibilities • Support and cooperate with volunteer Leadership. • Attend Regional and District meetings and other training events as requested. • Complete the GWRRA Rider Education Seminar Presenter Development Program and maintain current certification. • Present and evaluate training seminars. • Be aware of, and respond to, training opportunities, issues, and concerns. • Function as a "team player“. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 14

Selecting a Good Seminar Presenter? • Who actively participates? • Who is interested in how the organization works? • Who relates well to the chapter participants? • Who has leadership training experience or contributes time and ideas? • Who are the most dependable staff/members? • Who knows how to influence people in a positive way? • Who has the trust of the Chapter participants? • Who wears the GWRRA patch? © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 15

Appointment Procedure Candidates for Seminar Presenter Position receive: • A copy of the position description. • An application for the Seminar Presenter position. • A thorough interview including a discussion of the position and its related expectations. • Candidate then forwards the completed application to the appointing official. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 16

Appointment Process The appointment process is as follows: • There is a review of the application and resume. • Verification of membership status. • Successful completion of the SPDP and field evaluation. • Submission of all paperwork to the Region Educator. The appointed Seminar Presenter will receive: • Rider Education Certified Seminar Presenter card. • A letter of appointment. • A copy of the approved application. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 17

Specific Responsibilities of the Rider Ed Seminar Presenter • Challenges/Stimulates Thinking • Creates Lists (records) • Summarizes Discussion Points • Shares Ideas • Serves as Model • Raises Questions • Provides Handouts • Guides Discussion • Restates/Clarifies Ideas • Provides Constructive Criticism and Feedback • Manages Classroom Learning Environment and Atmosphere © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 18

Seminar Presenter Tools • Seminar Presenter’s Workbook • Rider Education Program Handbook • RE Seminar Instructor Certification Process • Rider Education Seminar Library • Co-Rider Seminar Presentation Plan & Video • Road Captain’s Course Guide • Group Riding Seminar Presentation Plan • Team Riding Manual • Trailering Seminar Presentation Plan • Other Approved Seminar Presentations • Recommended References and Readings © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 19

Core Seminars What are the six officially approved Rider Education seminars? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Co-Rider Seminar Road Captains Course/Seminar Team Riding (a. k. a. : Group Riding) Seminar Trailering Seminar Motorcycling for the Mature Rider Motorcycle Crash Scene Response Does this preclude presenters from developing and using other seminars and approaches? No. Another commonly used seminar is the Seasoned Rider from MSF. • The exception is Leadership Training Seminars. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 20

Peer Teaching As Part of the SPDP Process: • Peer-teach a seminar to your fellow classmates at the SPDP. • Develop your lesson plan using Exercise 2. • Time: 10 -15 minutes During your presentation cover the following: • • • Introduce yourself to the Class. Tell them what you will be telling them. Tell them what you have told them. Ask for questions or comments. Instructors will review your presentation. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 21

Field Seminar Presentations • Once the SPDP is completed with satisfactory classroom evaluations there is a final step – 2 Field Seminar presentation observations. • These are conducted by a Certifying Official • May be a Chapter Presentation, or during a District or Region sponsored Event • Certifier will observe and offer coaching. • In rare circumstances, the certifier has the authority to terminate the process - and the responsibility to take over the presentation if necessary. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 22

Seminar Review Process within the District • Seminar Presenters coordinate their Presentations with the District/Region Educator (DE/RE). Ø There may be opportunities to train other Chapters/Members • DEs should strive to observe the active Seminar Presenters in their District whenever possible. • Share Student Feedback with the DE or RE as an alternative to schedule conflicts and large distances preventing observation. • Provide suggestions for consideration in future revisions to the responsible Assistant to the Director of GWRRA Rider Education to improve the course. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 23

How Do I Sign Up for a SPDP? Contact your District or Region Educator and let them know you are interested. Once enough prospective Seminar Presenters are available, the DE will organize the SPDP. Depending on the finances in the District, you may be asked to pay for a portion of the cost of your Student materials. © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 24

Restrictions Who can I present the seminar to? • The class should be substantially GWRRA members – it was developed for them • Others are OK – it may be a good recruiting tool to include prospective Members What can I charge for my services? • Our Seminar Presenters are volunteers. • There is no charge for the presenter’s time • Depending on the finances of the group requesting the seminar, full or partial reimbursement for legitimate expenses may be offered Obligations To remain certified, the Seminar Presenter must present a minimum of 2 seminars in the renewal period (2 years) © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 25

Rewards Why do Seminar Presenters do what they do? • The knowledge imparted may save the life of a Member, friend, or loved one. • Potential injuries can be reduced. • Any gathering of GWRRA Members and friends can be a lot of FUN! • It is a great excuse to meet new friends. • Anything you can think of to add? … © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 26

Summary • Program Objectives & Overview • Position Scope and Responsibilities • Appointment Procedure & Process • Curriculum – Core Seminars • Field Seminar Presentations • Rider Ed Seminar Review Session within the District • How to Sign Up for a SPDP • Restrictions • Rewards © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 27

Questions What Questions do You Have for Me? © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 28

Closing Thought Friends Don’t Let Friends Learn by Accident Could a Seminar Presenter have avoided this? Become a part of GWRRA’s ULTIMATE Member Retention Program! © GWRRA 7/4/2008 So You Want to Become Seminar Presenter? 29