Instructor Development for Law Enforcement - 40 Hours

INSTRUCTORJohn Bennett taught throughout the US for Below 100, as well as DHS classes for the National Center for Biomedical Research and Training/Academy of Counter-terror Education (NCBRT/ACE). Bennett also developed the control tactics program for MCLETC in 2017/2018 and has been teaching at that academy since 2018. COURSE DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed to develop law enforcement officers into skilled instructors and subject-matter experts. Participants will enhance their effectiveness in academic and physical skill instruction within a law enforcement context.COURSE HIGHLIGHTS• Developing instructional expertise for law enforcement training• Higher-order thinking skills (H.O.T.S.) and their role in police decision-making• Training in classroom teaching methods• Instruction on effective engagement with adult learners• Instructional strategies that enhance memory retention and performance• Integrating cognitive and motor skills training• Difference between lesson plans and curriculum design• Utilizing Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) lesson-plan template• Active participation in a hands-on learning environment• Two “teach back” sessions, lesson plan development and a written exam