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<Span Text="At IUOE, training centers do a great job of providing hands on training through labs and on-the-job training. But if you need to shake things up with the lecture portion of your course, talk to your training director about inviting a vendor representative to give a demonstration of their equipment or tools. Sometimes just hearing another voice can shake things up. 
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<Span Text="IUOE NTF’s Blackboard has hundreds of learning resources, courses and simulations available for you to use. Check out the Clearinghouse to find electronic resources that will allow for active and safe practice.
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<Span Text="Like any skill, it takes time and practice to become an excellent instructor. And it helps to know what you’re aiming for. In this section, we’ll look at the characteristics of an excellent instructor. You’ll have a chance to think about your existing strengths as well as your opportunities for growth.">
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