[Theresa Jouan]

CHANGE OF ROOM FOR FEATBC SENIOR WORKSHOP!

Regarding the FEATBC Senior Workshop on March 25th, 2006:

Please note- due to scheduling difficulties, there has been a change
of room for this workshop! The room listed on the registration form
will NOT be where the workshop is located- please do not go to that
room!

While we are at the same address, we are in a different part of the
building- on the 'Guilford Recreation' side of the building.

Room: Craftsroom #2

Directions:
proceed to walk away from the espresso bar towards the opposite
entrance into the building. When you are almost at the doors, you will
see a hallway (opposite the washrooms) where a sign reading
'Craftsroom #1' will be posted. The very next room in this hallway is
Craftsroom #2 where we will be located.

Please forward this information on to anyone who is coming to the
workshop- we will also have signs posted but want to make sure that
everyone gets to the correct location!

Thank you so much for your patience in this matter,

Theresa Tournemille
Workshop Co-Leader

[Theresa Jouan]

CHANGE OF ROOM FOR FEATBC SENIOR WORKSHOP!

Regarding the FEATBC Senior Workshop on March 25th, 2006:

Please note- due to scheduling difficulties, there has been a change
of room for this workshop! The room listed on the registration form
will NOT be where the workshop is located- please do not go to that
room!

While we are at the same address, we are in a different part of the
building- on the 'Guilford Recreation' side of the building.

Room: Craftsroom #2

Directions:
proceed to walk away from the espresso bar towards the opposite
entrance into the building. When you are almost at the doors, you will
see a hallway (opposite the washrooms) where a sign reading
'Craftsroom #1' will be posted. The very next room in this hallway is
Craftsroom #2 where we will be located.

Please forward this information on to anyone who is coming to the
workshop- we will also have signs posted but want to make sure that
everyone gets to the correct location!

Thank you so much for your patience in this matter,

Theresa Tournemille
Workshop Co-Leader

[Theresa Jouan]

CHANGE OF ROOM FOR FEATBC SENIOR WORKSHOP!

Regarding the FEATBC Senior Workshop on March 25th, 2006:

Please note- due to scheduling difficulties, there has been a change of room for this workshop! The room listed on the registration form will NOT be where the workshop is located- please do not go to that room!

While we are at the same address, we are in a different part of the building- on the 'Guilford Recreation' side of the building.

Room: Craftsroom #2

Directions:
proceed to walk away from the espresso bar towards the opposite entrance into the building. When you are almost at the doors, you will see a hallway (opposite the washrooms) where a sign reading 'Craftsroom #1' will be posted. The very next room in this hallway is Craftsroom #2 where we will be located.

Please forward this information on to anyone who is coming to the workshop- we will also have signs posted but want to make sure that everyone gets to the correct location!

Thank you so much for your patience in this matter,

Theresa Tournemille
Workshop Co-Leader

[Theresa Jouan]

Hi Geeta-

The link for the application for the BASIC THEORY workshop (Jan 14th) is:
http://www.featbc.org/downloads/abtw.pdf

The link for the INTERMEDIATE workshop is:
http://www.featbc.org/downloads/ibtw.pdf

Hope to see you there!

Theresa Tournemille
Feat of BC Workshop Instructor

[Theresa Jouan]

RE: Will FeatBC be holding workshops soon?

In response to the many emails both Michelle and myself are receiving- we are currently confirming some dates for the much needed Basic and Intermediate workshops!
Stay tuned and we will post as soon as these dates are set….

[Theresa Jouan]

RE: Will FeatBC be holding workshops soon?

In response to the many emails both Michelle and myself are receiving- we are currently confirming some dates for the much needed Basic and Intermediate workshops!
Stay tuned and we will post as soon as these dates are set….

[Theresa Jouan]

Instructor position available on a Rachel Russell team!!

Attention Students in Human Kinetics,

Pre-Medicine, Psychology and Education

We are seeking intelligent, athletic, dynamic and reliable individuals to join our team of behavioural instructors. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students interested in pursuing a career in the field of applied psychology, medicine, special education or recreation to work with an experienced team and learn skills with older children with autism under the direction of our experienced Behavioural Consultant, Rachel Russell.
This is also an excellent opportunity for those looking to improve their grad school applications to any of the above-mentioned fields.
Our client is fast-growing so we are looking for someone who is athletic as our programs currently focus on athletic activities plus academics. If you:

– Are mature, professional and self motivated

– Are comfortable receiving and implementing feedback

– Enjoy the challenge of teaching new skills

– Enjoy outdoor activities such as rollerblading, hiking and swimming

– Are in possession of a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle

– Are extremely strong and athletic

Then we would love to hear from you!

If you are interested and require further information, please contact Theresa via email at doelaisa@telus.net and email a comprehensive resume to that address or fax to 604-275-3465.

Comprehensive training will be supplied for all successful applicants.

The client is located in the Richmond/Steveston area.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

[Theresa Jouan]

Instructor position available on a Rachel Russell team!!

Attention Students in Human Kinetics,

Pre-Medicine, Psychology and Education

We are seeking intelligent, athletic, dynamic and reliable individuals to join our team of behavioural instructors. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students interested in pursuing a career in the field of applied psychology, medicine, special education or recreation to work with an experienced team and learn skills with older children with autism under the direction of our experienced Behavioural Consultant, Rachel Russell.
This is also an excellent opportunity for those looking to improve their grad school applications to any of the above-mentioned fields.
Our client is fast-growing so we are looking for someone who is athletic as our programs currently focus on athletic activities plus academics. If you:

– Are mature, professional and self motivated

– Are comfortable receiving and implementing feedback

– Enjoy the challenge of teaching new skills

– Enjoy outdoor activities such as rollerblading, hiking and swimming

– Are in possession of a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle

– Are extremely strong and athletic

Then we would love to hear from you!

If you are interested and require further information, please contact Theresa via email at doelaisa@telus.net and email a comprehensive resume to that address or fax to 604-275-3465.

Comprehensive training will be supplied for all successful applicants.

The client is located in the Richmond/Steveston area.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

[Theresa Jouan]

Hi-

Excellent topic of discussion! It is no secret that data collection provides us with the only means to scientifically (ie objectively) know just what's happening in your child's program- aside from the margin of human error. Accurate data provides us with objectively measurable and behaviourally scientific numbers that- when crunched- allow consultants to make the most accurate decisions possible BECAUSE this is how they will be able to determine if: an intervention is working/not working, functions, frequency and duration of inappropriate behaviours, all items being taught in programs, if a teaching approach is currently successful/unsuccessful, if a mastered concept is GENERALIZING or not, etc.
This is why it is important to take data on not only inappropriate behaviours (as identified by the consultant), but also each and every program that is currently being taught.
Of the two different kinds of data collection- Anecdotal (meaning data that is collected after the sitting has finished) and Trial by trial (definitions can vary from consultant to consultant- some feel it is only defined by data that is taken after each and every trial in a program, or after each incident of behaviour. Some consultants feel that this is defined by data that is taken after several trials), trial by trial provides us with the most accurate data as it is taken on a more consistent basis while the program is being conducted.
Because data collection can be a huge undertaking and may seem overwhelming, it is important to have it set up in a way that is organized. It is also important to make sure your team has the proper training and know HOW and WHEN to take the data. If they are not sure or if it is inconsistent among team members, you may have therapy time that is wasted and data that is not useful.
A well-setup system should not be time consuming- rather it should naturally flow through your session.
A fabulous way to organize data collection is using the 'Clipboard System' (you may have heard of this- Michelle Karren describes what this looks like at Feat of BC workshops). Basically, this system works by having separate data sheets and graphs for each program on a SEPARATE clipboard. This allows for maximum use of therapy time- irregardless of the team member. Behaviours that are also being tracked can be found on a different clipboard as well- this allows the team member to be able to take it around the house with them if needed.
While I certainly do not know everything there is to know about data, I hope some of this info is useful!
Good luck,

Theresa Tournemille

[Theresa Jouan]

Justin-

May not be able to get to it until next Tuesday (if this is still an appropriate amount of time to be waiting) but will have it up then!

Ms T.

[Author]

Posts