NAC645F.575. Instructors: Duties.

     1. An instructor of an approved course shall ensure that:

     (a) Class sessions are commenced in a timely manner and are conducted for the full amount of time that is approved; and

     (b) Each approved course is taught according to the course plan and any instructor guide that was approved by the Commissioner, including the furnishing to students of appropriate student materials.

     2. An instructor shall conduct himself or herself in a professional and courteous manner when performing instructional duties and shall conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates the following basic teaching skills:

     (a) The ability to present instruction in a thorough, accurate, logical, orderly and understandable manner, to use illustrative examples as appropriate and to respond appropriately to questions from students;

     (b) The ability to effectively use varied instructional techniques in addition to lectures, including, without limitation, class discussion, role-playing and other techniques;

     (c) The ability to use varied instructional aids effectively to enhance learning;

     (d) The ability to maintain an appropriate learning environment and effective control of a class; and

     (e) The ability to interact with adult students in a positive manner that:

          (1) Encourages students to learn;

          (2) Demonstrates an understanding of varied student backgrounds;

          (3) Avoids offending the sensibilities of students; and

          (4) Avoids personal criticism of any other person, agency or organization.

     (Added to NAC by Comm’r of Mortgage Lending by R052-09, eff. 8-25-2009)