Create activities that allow them to use newly learned skills in real life situations. Rather than just practicing a new craft skill, create a jobsite situation and allow the students to solve typical job site problems in the classroom. Tell stories about real life situations to illustrate learning points . Be sure that students will learn something from every story. Be careful not to tell too many stories or stories that do not provide a learning point.
Preparation is the key to success.
Make a list of learning goals that are active statements. Know how you will determine if the students actually learned what you wanted them to learn. Know how long you will spend on each individual topic. Practice your oral presentations. Write out any activities you will ask your students to attempt.