1. Lesson Plan Basics Preparing to teach that class

2. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation A basic lesson plan A lesson plan is an outline or script which is used to think through every class ahead of time as well to keep you on track while teaching. Lesson plans are created by the trainer as a supplement to the training material. They are not interchangeable with instructor manuals. Though this example is pretty standard, you dont have to duplicate it exactly. Make one of your own that works for you. But first, understand each component and its importance.

3. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Heading The Heading is pretty self-explanatory. The information not only keeps you organized in the present, but will help you as you refer to it in the future. Ceridian for Employees Punching In and Out 1/14/07 Pearl Creek

4. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Time Component Planning ahead for how long each portion will last keeps you on track during the lesson. This is in the left hand column so you can easily glance at it while teaching. Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15 Punching In and Out 915 – 9:30

5. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Objective Component Jot down the objective for that portion of the lesson. It should support the overall objective generally found in the instructor material. Remember that objectives are measurable and/or observable. Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15Trainees will know how to log into Ceridian. Punching In and Out 915 – 9:30Trainees will find the Punch button and understand its use.

6. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Activity Component Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15Trainees will know how to log into Ceridian. Review The Peak – Locate the Ceridian link on The Peak. Punching In and Out 915 – 9:30Trainees will find the Punch button and understand its use. Enter User IDs and passwords. Change initial login password. Discuss when Punching is appropriate. Demonstrate that punching results in logging off. Under Activity, describe what will happen during this portion of the lesson. You can be as detailed or brief as you like, as long as you know what to do when you read it. Note that more than one activity can be listed for each objective and time slot.

7. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Material Component Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15Trainees will know how to log into Ceridian. Review The Peak – Locate the Ceridian link on The Peak. Punching In and Out Computers – network connections Ceridian manuals User IDs and passwords from HR 915 – 9:30Trainees will find the Punch button and understand its use. Enter User IDs and passwords. Change initial login password. Discuss when Punching is appropriate. Demonstrate that punching results in logging off. List the materials youll want to have prepared ahead of time.

8. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation The Evaluation Component Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15Trainees will know how to log into Ceridian. Review The Peak – Locate the Ceridian link on The Peak. Enter User IDs and passwords. Change initial login password. Punching In and Out Computers – network connections Ceridian manuals User IDs and passwords from HR Didnt need full 15 minutes. HR didnt provide logins for everyone. 915 – 9:30Trainees will find the Punch button and understand its use. Discuss when Punching is appropriate. Demonstrate that punching results in logging off. Forgot to mention that only supervisors can correct punches. Lots of discussion and questions here. After the lesson, use the Evaluation column to note what worked and what didnt so that next time, youll know what to do differently.

9. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation Finishing Up Ceridian for Employees 1/14/07 Pearl Creek 9:00 – 9:15Trainees will know how to log into Ceridian. Review The Peak – Locate the Ceridian link on The Peak. Enter User IDs and passwords. Change initial login password. Punching In and Out Computers – network connections Ceridian manuals User IDs and passwords from HR Didnt need full 15 minutes. HR didnt provide logins for everyone. 915 – 9:30Trainees will find the Punch button and understand its use. Forgot to mention that only supervisors can correct punches. Lots of discussion and questions here. Enter User IDs and passwords. Change initial login password. Discuss when Punching is appropriate. Demonstrate that punching results in logging off. When finished, dont throw the lesson plan away. File it for future reference. When it comes time to teach the class again, create a NEW lesson plan, duplicating the parts that worked and adjusting the parts that didnt. You may want to refer to this plan for other classes in the future.

10. Lesson Plan Module: ________________________ Subject: _______________________ Date: ________ Location: __________ TimeObjectiveActivityMaterialEvaluation Finishing Up Questions? Discussion?