USHJA Instructor Credential
Online Course References
Teaching and Coaching
Required Reading
- Bloch, Michelle. “S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals and Systems for Success.” USHJA In Stride, May 2019, https://lsc-pagepro.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=46170&i=583167&p=20.
- Cojocar, Claudia, “Elite Teaching: Thoughts on Teaching.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 502-504, Lexington, KY: USHJA, 2009.
- Cronin, Paul D. “Making a Plan: A Program for Teaching Riding.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 491-495, Lexington, KY: USHJA, 2009.
- Cronin, Paul D. “Making a Plan: Developing a Lesson Plan.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 496-499, Lexington, KY: USHA, 2009.
- Cronin, Paul D. “Making a Plan: Suggestions for Conducting a Class.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 500-501, Lexington, KY: USHJA, 2009.
- Worcester, Doris J., LICSW, CCBT. “Elite Teaching: Getting Results: Factors in Coaching and Teaching that Optimize Learning and Performance Outcomes.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 514-524, Lexington, KY: USHJA, 2009.
- Worcester, Doris J., LICSW, CCBT. “Elite Teaching: Motivating, Inspiring and Challenging Riders.” In USHJA Trainer Certification Manual & Study Guide, 509-513, Lexington, KY: USHJA, 2009.
Recommended Resources
- Sample lesson plan
- Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP): Recognizing, Reducing, and Responding to Abuse in Sport
- Visit the Educational Resources and Best Practices by USHJA for routinely updated content
- Visit the Archived Webinars by USHJA for routinely updated webinar content
References
- Armstrong, Thomas, Ph.D. “Multiple Intelligences,” American Institute for Learning and Human Development, https://www.institute4learning.com/resources/articles/multiple-intelligences/.
- Hassler-Scoop, Jill K., and Kathy Kelly. Equestrian Education: Professional Development for Instructors. Quarryville, PA: Goals Unlimited Press, 2002.
- Hassler-Scoop, Jill K., and Melinda Artz. Equestrian Instruction: The Integrated Approach to Teaching and Learning. Quarryville, PA: Goals Unlimited Press, 2000.
- King, Callie. “What Does ‘Feel’ Mean for Riders?” HorseClass, https://www.horseclass.com/blog/what-does-feel-mean-for-riders/.
- Polo Development, LLC. “Teaching a Lesson.” In United States Polo Association Certified Polo Instructor Manual, 115-131. Lake Worth, FL: USPA, 2016.
- Wood, Jonathan. “Personal Development: Feedback Loops for Rapid Learning,” Johnathan Wood, https://jonathanpaulwood.com/personal-dev/2018/feedback-loop-learning.html.
