Q: Do I have to take Basic PRLS before
taking the Master PRLS series?
A: Yes. All Master PRLS classes are based on the theory and overview
of the subject presented in Basic PRLS lectures. It would be unfair
to the other participants of a Master PRLS class to have to go back
and explain why we are presenting the subject matter in a particular
way because some of the students missed the background lecture. There
is also a fundamental philosophical difference in the presentation
of Master PRLS classes, emphasizing by design, the practical application
of the skills outlined in Basic PRLS lectures via student participation.
Q: Do I have to take Basic PRLS prior to taking Master PRLS 1 (Public
Speaking I) ?
A: Yes.
Q: Why?
A: Because Master PRLS 1 instruction is essentially one-on-one, and
because MPRLS 1 instruction piggybacks on the instruction received
in the Introduction to Public Speaking course, which is part of Basic
PRLS.
Q: Do I have to take Master PRLS 1 (Public Speaking I) before I can
take MPRLS 2 (Public Speaking II)?
A: Yes.
Q: Why?
A: Because MPRLS 2 instruction is a follow-on to MPRLS 1, containing,
as MPRLS 2 does, the presentation of speaking assignments assigned
during MPRLS 1.
Q: Do I have to take MPRLS 1 & MPRLS
2 before I can take MPRLS 3 or MPRLS 4?
A: No.
Q: I've heard that a club can host its own Basic PRLS class. Is that
true?
A: Yes, that's true, however only for Basic PRLS and Master PRLS
3 and 4. Also, the sponsoring Club must guarantee 25 students will
enroll in the class for Basic PRLS and 15 students for a MPRLS 3
or 4 class. This minimum is necessary to sustain the business model
for PRLS classes. In the case of MPRLS 1, 2 and 5, there are student
interaction requirements as a part of the class such that conducting
these classes in a one or two club environment would generally detract
from the overall value to the participants. Please contact the PRLS
Chair for further details if you are interested in setting up a PRLS
class for your Club or in a specific location.
Q: What does it take to become a PRLS instructor?
A:
You must be a Master PRLS graduate, and have some additional
training and/or expertise in the subject matter you wish to
instruct, e.g. Toastmasters, Blanchard, Belbin, Covey, graduate
degrees, professional work experience, etc. You should also
have a Rotary record of achievement that distinguishes you
as a Rotarian as well, e.g. PHF, Benefactor, Club President
or Avenue of Service Director of your Club or the District,
Foundation Alumni, etc. You should have dynamic, energetic
presentation skills and a passion to travel around the District
and interact with other dynamic, outgoing Rotarians on your
subject. Please contact the PRLS Chair and discuss your desire
to instruct. We are always seeking new instructors with the
above skills and accomplishments to augment our staff.
