Key teaching methods

Note: The following points can be used as part of the training or instruction that is given to those who will teach this course.

The most important part of this training is your example. Everything you do should show how to invite and engage others in learning by doing—sharing their own feelings and experiences with one another. Seek the guidance of the Spirit as you use this outline to lead these discussions.

Explore

How did the Savior teach?

Can you see the Savior in your mind—with His disciples gathered around Him?

What do you notice about His way of teaching and leading?

How did He help others learn, grow spiritually, and become converted to His gospel?

Preparation

Putting service members’ needs first

Watch the video “Determine What to Teach” (lds.org/youth/learn/train), or read “Make a Plan” in Teaching in the Savior’s Way, pages 17–19.

How will preparing in this way change the way service members feel about their classes?

What are the needs of the service members?

Discovering together

Watch the video “Help Us Discover the Gospel” (lds.org/youth/learn), or read “Invite Diligent Learning” in Teaching in the Savior’s Way, pages 29–36.

What can you do to prepare to teach in this way?

Review with your companion a learning outline from lds.org/youth/learn, and discuss observations about the new curriculum.

The learning outlines (11 lesson plans) provided in this booklet are not meant to prescribe what you say and do as you teach. They are designed to help you learn the doctrine for yourself and prepare to engage the service members in learning, teaching, discovering, and sharing the gospel.