Author/lecturer/photographer John Hart offers a unique learning experience --- from the guy who wrote the book on the subject! 50 PORTRAIT LIGHTING TECHNIQUES ( Amphoto, NYC ). Available on Amazon.com

Methodology

I teach 'one-on-one' -- as every student deserves individual attention. I have taught on High School level and University Level. University of Notre Dame and New York University for two examples.
First classes involve knowledge of how our cameras work, i.e., shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, perspective, etc.. Although with the new HD digital cameras, and i phones, etc.. most technical details are automatic ---- but the student should at least be aware of the basics first.
That said, my concentration is on the basics of portrait lighting. For, not matter what format camera one uses, a professional knowledge of, HOW TO LIGHT THE SUBJECT, is paramount. Both indoor/studio and outdoor lighting techniques are covered.