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[GH] Question : What would you mean, if you stated, “the candidate was well prepared for the CI test.” ?
[GH] From David Lambert :
Gordy - Re well-prepared candidates: I agree with nearly all the answers so far.
In addition to all I'd like to see proof or be confident that the candidate actually has taught fly casting for a year or so. Much more for masters.
David
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[GH] Gary Eaton answers with his opinions in great detail. He adds his advice on CCI candidate preparation :
Ready to Test? A checklist
Candidates question - When am I ready to test?
Guidelines representing my personal opinion follow - 1. Performance is consistently above 90% on each practical-test task under ideal conditions. This means that 9 out of 10 attempts are successful within the published test criteria. 2. You have at least two methods to perform/anchor most Roll Casts. Your Roll Casts on water appear identical to those performed with your on-land anchor methods. 3. You can perform the entire practical test above 70% (7 out 10 attempts successful) with adverse conditions or while over-training. See "over-training" references here - http://forums.southerncouncilfff.org...?p=522#post522 4. You have presented a mock test to at least three different qualified examiners and they say that you are impressive, not just ready. 5. You have written out your own procedures to teach each task on the test (not just the explain and demonstrate portion). Better if these have been reviewed by an examiner and you revised based upon those suggestions. 6. You have read and STUDIED each of the books recommended here- Absolutely Essential - The Essentials of Fly Casting by Jay & Bill Gammel
Best Technical casting Book - The Nature of Fly Casting by Jason Borger Best overall casting book- Orvis Fly Casting Guidebook by Tom Deck Best Practice Book - L.L. Bean Flycasting Handbook by Macauley Lord Best Intermediate Book - Troubleshooting the Cast by Ed Jaworowski Most Impressive Casting – Any video by the late Capt.Tom White For Complete Study of Accuracy - Joan Wulff's Fly Casting Accuracy Be very cautious about Lefty Kreh productions (books and videos) as they have a few incorrect things in them that might prevent you from passing an FFF test. There are other excellent books and video from Joan Wulff, Mel Krieger, Phil Gay, Doug Swisher, etc. I also strongly recommend: Bruce Richards' Modern Fly Lines Fish On! Playing and landing big fish on a fly by Floyd Franke The Technology of Fly Rods by Don Phillips Fly Casting Techniques by Joan Wulff The Wisdom of Harvey Penick by Penick & Shrake on teaching skills Rod Rage by Rhea Topping for a broad view of angling ethics and the FFF Video of The 15 Most Common Casting Errors You also need to read The Loop available on the FFF website and the on-line “how to Teach” articles – http://www.fedflyfishers.org/Default.aspx?tabid=4787 Follow this link to see these fundamental study materials. Try not to rely on second-hand interpretations. Read for yourself and consider taking notes or highlighting. Al Kyte Arm Styles A good description of style versus function and the principles of casting Bruce Richards Communication How to solve problems through the use of concise language and simple rules Denise Maxwell Principles of Adult Learning The learning pyramid and how adults learn Denise Maxwell Instruction Methods A look at a variety of ways to teach and instruct Jim Watkins Training Skills What skills are important to develop as instructors? Some useful tools Mel Krieger Simplicity How simplicity creates better communication Steve Rajeff Casting Analysis An excellent review of how to analyze the cast by loop, trajectory, rhythm and stroke 7. You have reviewed at least half of the videos listed.
Original Essentials Teaching Yourself to Fly Cast by Bill Gammel
NEW Essentials – Casts That Catch Fish by Carl McNeil On-the-fly Media
Best Distance Video - - Saltwater Flycasting by George V. Roberts, Jr.
Best Two-handed Video - Spey to Z Three Amigos Productions
Best Intermediate Video - Fly Casting Faults & Fixes by Mel Krieger
Best Beginner Video - Beginnings: Mel Krieger
Best Presentation Video - Presentation Casts For Trout With Phil Gay AND
Practical Fly Casting With Phil Gay
Essential Instructor Video - 15 Common Casting Errors with Jason Borger from the FFF
8. You have assembled materials for and co-taught at least one comprehensive fly casting course with an experienced Master instructor. You should have made initial presentation of instructional material regarding loops, casting essentials, accuracy skills, adjusting to wind, smooth distance delivery, etc. It helps if your mentoring instructor insists that you initially field questions from students.
8a. You have revised your hand-out or course notes after teaching each topic with the goal of prioritizing critical elements and providing reference material for further study. The revisions have been reviewed by at least two MCCI's with critique. You have studied the critical comments and understand the reason that Master suggested changes.
The performance test can be found here - http://www.fedflyfishers.org/Default.aspx?tabid=4889
Ready to Test? A checklist
Candidates question - When am I ready to test?
Guidelines representing my personal opinion follow - 1. Performance is consistently above 90% on each practical-test task under ideal conditions. This means that 9 out of 10 attempts are successful within the published test criteria. 2. You have at least two methods to perform/anchor most Roll Casts. Your Roll Casts on water appear identical to those performed with your on-land anchor methods. 3. You can perform the entire practical test above 70% (7 out 10 attempts successful) with adverse conditions or while over-training. See "over-training" references here - http://forums.southerncouncilfff.org...?p=522#post522 4. You have presented a mock test to at least three different qualified examiners and they say that you are impressive, not just ready. 5. You have written out your own procedures to teach each task on the test (not just the explain and demonstrate portion). Better if these have been reviewed by an examiner and you revised based upon those suggestions. 6. You have read and STUDIED each of the books recommended here- Absolutely Essential - The Essentials of Fly Casting by Jay & Bill Gammel
Best Technical casting Book - The Nature of Fly Casting by Jason Borger Best overall casting book- Orvis Fly Casting Guidebook by Tom Deck Best Practice Book - L.L. Bean Flycasting Handbook by Macauley Lord Best Intermediate Book - Troubleshooting the Cast by Ed Jaworski Most Impressive Casting – Any video by the late Capt.Tom White For Complete Study of Accuracy - Joan Wulff's Fly Casting Accuracy Be very cautious about Lefty Kreh productions (books and videos) as they have a few incorrect things in them that might prevent you from passing an FFF test. There are other excellent books and video from Joan Wulff, Mel Krieger, Phil Gay, Doug Swisher, etc. I also strongly recommend: Bruce Richards' Modern Fly Lines Fish On! Playing and landing big fish on a fly by Floyd Franke The Technology of Fly Rods by Don Phillips Fly Casting Techniques by Joan Wulff The Wisdom of Harvey Penick by Penick & Shrake on teaching skills Rod Rage by Rhea Topping for a broad view of angling ethics and the FFF Video of The 15 Most Common Casting Errors You also need to read The Loop available on the FFF website and the on-line “how to Teach” articles – http://www.fedflyfishers.org/Default.aspx?tabid=4787 Follow this link to see these fundamental study materials. Try not to rely on second-hand interpretations. Read for yourself and consider taking notes or highlighting. Al Kyte Arm Styles A good description of style versus function and the principles of casting Bruce Richards Communication How to solve problems through the use of concise language and simple rules Denise Maxwell Principles of Adult Learning The learning pyramid and how adults learn Denise Maxwell Instruction Methods A look at a variety of ways to teach and instruct Jim Watkins Training Skills What skills are important to develop as instructors? Some useful tools Mel Krieger Simplicity How simplicity creates better communication Steve Rajeff Casting Analysis An excellent review of how to analyze the cast by loop, trajectory, rhythm and stroke 7. You have reviewed at least half of the videos listed.
Original Essentials Teaching Yourself to Fly Cast by Bill Gammel
NEW Essentials – Casts That Catch Fish by Carl McNeil On-the-fly Media
Best Distance Video - - Saltwater Flycasting by George V. Roberts, Jr.
Best Two-handed Video - Spey to Z Three Amigos Productions
Best Intermediate Video - Fly Casting Faults & Fixes by Mel Krieger
Best Beginner Video - Beginnings: Mel Krieger
Best Presentation Video - Presentation Casts For Trout With Phil Gay AND
Practical Fly Casting With Phil Gay
Essential Instructor Video - 15 Common Casting Errors with Jason Borger from the FFF
8. You have assembled materials for and co-taught at least one comprehensive fly casting course with an experienced Master instructor. You should have made initial presentation of instructional material regarding loops, casting essentials, accuracy skills, adjusting to wind, smooth distance delivery, etc. It helps if your mentoring instructor insists that you initially field questions from students.
8a. You have revised your hand-out or course notes after teaching each topic with the goal of prioritizing critical elements and providing reference material for further study. The revisions have been reviewed by at least two MCCI's with critique. You have studied the critical comments and understand the reason that Master suggested changes.
The performance test can be found here - http://www.fedflyfishers.org/Default.aspx?tabid=4889
Gary Eaton, MCI
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[GH] From a CCI's perspective. This by Mike Hill :
Gordy, I can only speak from personal experience since I am yet not a master.
1) Studied the criteria forward and backwards
2) Line, rod, leader are all appropriate for the test (Correct length and wt, visibility)
3) Expect the unexpected question from the testers
4) Dress appropriate for the occasion
5) Performed casting criteria with a relaxed and confident manner
6) No “shot gunning” of answers
I took my exam in Bozeman in ’06, I was walking across the parking lot and so I met this guy and asked him for the time and if he was going to be taking the exam, he told me the time and then to my horror he told me this was his third time to take the exam!!!!!!!! So I immediately go into “DEFCOM 3” mode, thinking OMG I will never pass this exam since this is his third time to take it………………….So we testers took the exam prep class that you were heading up, took the written test and then I took the casting portion where John Breslin made a profound statement “Just Relax”…With all that being said I passed on the first time, after Breslin told me I passed the first person I called was Ken Cole. Without Ken’s coaching there is no way I could have been ready or much less passed.
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[GH] Engaging and working with a mentor is a prime way to get ready for the exam.
Another way to gain perspective along with casting and teaching information is to join a CCI Study Group such as the one hosted by Jim Bass and Gary Davison who took it over when we lost Al Crise to cancer a couple of years ago.
I've noted that those who do so and are active participants are most likely to pass.
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