We used to believe the myth “it takes 10,000 to become a master at a given skill.” Then we learned that it’s not the VOLUME of time, but the TYPE of time that’s invested. This is why a big part of our instructor training focuses on developing an effective self-feedback system.
We find that when instructor candidates are provided with a set of instructional tools, and the right environment they excel at accurate self-reflection. THIS is kind of one of the secrets to excellent instruction. Self reflect Improve Self reflect Repeat This approach does two things
- Increases the instructor candidates sense of autonomy.
- Increases their willingness to listen to the instructor trainers feedback, as we ONLY add feedback that’s differs from their self observation. And in many cases, we have nothing else to add because they’ve done such a good job at reflecting.