| Original Play workshops can vary depending on
the group. Most workshops are
facilitated to provide an introductory experience of Original Play, its
practice and application.
Below are helpful guidelines to consider when planning and Original
Play workshop. These
guidelines are flexible. Be
sure to speak to your facilitator about specific concerns or workshop
details.
Nuts
and Bolts Information
for Original Play Programs
Time Required for Program: An Original Play program is best experienced in an atmosphere
that is conducive to open discussion and experiential learning.
For this reason it is suggested that at least 90 minutes be
allotted for the program.
Teaching Methodologies Used:
Original Play incorporates cognitive, affective and sensory-motor
learning. A brief
lecture, interactive group exercises, and TV/VCR or Powerpoint examples are used in
this process. Questions
from participants and group discussion are encouraged throughout the
program.
Program Learning Objectives:
- Learn helpful practices to use when responding to a variety of challenging situations
- Identify the differences between responding to others using
power, force and conflict as compared with responses of kindness,
clarity and safety
- Review ways to include this model in work roles and daily living
- Explore issues, challenges and strategies for practicing Original Play
within the needs and framework of your organization
Room Requirements: A
clean, open carpeted room provides the most inviting atmosphere for a program. The hands-on
exercises used in programs require open physical space to promote
comfort and safety. Chairs
in the room can be placed along the walls facing the center of the room.
Audio/Visual Requirements: A TV/VCR or Powerpoint projector, flipchart and podium are required for
programs.
A cordless microphone is also required for groups larger than
fifty.
Audience Involvement: Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing to
the program, to ask questions throughout the program and to participate
to their level of comfort.
Program Feedback: Program
feedback sheets are distributed and collected following the program to
measure learning outcomes. The
results of the feedback are tabulated and sent in a report to the
sponsoring organization.
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