Presented in Partnership by:

CTRA 20th & TRO 17th Annual Conference

Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo

Waterloo, ON

June 1-3, 2015

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

Working in partnership, the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA), Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) and Therapeutic Recreation Association of Waterloo-Wellington (TRAW)are inviting submissions for our joint conference.

Conference Theme: “Connecting our Passion for Compassion”

Submission Deadline: November 20th, 2015

The CTRA-TROjoint national conference provides a unique learning opportunity for recreation therapists, students, educators and other recreation professionals. Building on our theme for this year, it is our hope that our conference will strengthen relationships and meet professional needs, as well as celebrate the contributions of TRO and CTRA members in advancing the TR profession across Canada.

The 2016 conference committee invites those interested professionals to access the Call for papers via the CTRA website:

Sessions/topics not previously presented are particularly encouraged.

Title of Session: (20 words of less; Descriptive of content; Related to NCTRC Job Analysis and TRO PCC Code)

Presentation Format:

Preconference Session: Half-day intensive (3.5 hours), or a full day intensive (7 hours)

Workshop: Presentation including facilitative discussion (60 or 90 minutes)

Panel Discussion: Examination of specific topic/issue – 1 facilitator and ____ panel members – specify (60 or 90 minutes)

Lecture: Educational presentation with questions and answer time at the end (60 or 90 minutes)

Research: 25 minute presentation with 5 minute question and answer time at the end (30 minutes), Presentation should be affiliated with research from a post-secondary institution

Interactive: Experiential, participatory, facilitative (60 or 90 minutes)

Length of Session:

30 min (Research Only)

60 min

90 min

Half-Day

Full Day

Session Description: Session description should answer: Why would RT/TR benefit from this session and how would this session change their daily practice? (150 words or less; Descriptive Content; Related to NCTRC Job Analysis and TRO PCC Code)

Instructional Methods: Instructional Methods used in session

Lecture

Discussion

Interactive

Debate

Panel

Experiential

Other (Please describe)

Learning Outcomes: Provide measureable learning outcomes for each session; Related to NCTRC Job Analysis and TRO PCC Code:

Objectives should be based on TR Job/Knowledge Analysis Document link below

Examples of acceptable learning outcomes below

Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Identify three benefits of performing evidence-based TR practice
  • Perform an internet search for a clinical question relating to TR practice
  • Provide an example of using evidence-based practice in daily TR service delivery
  • Upon completion of this session, participants will
  • Demonstrate understanding of three strategies that have occurred to address TR public policy concerns.
  • Identify at least three strategies they can initiate to affect public policy and the TR profession in their local area, the state, and at the national level.
  • Identify three areas of where we need to go in the future for Therapeutic Recreation as it relates to Federal Public Policy in a changing environment.
  • Example of unacceptable learning outcomes:
  • Participants will:
  • Improve knowledge of the topic
  • Understand public policy
  • Gain an understanding of the dementia practice guidelines
  • Participate in discussion
  • Learn how to have fun!

Session Outline: Provide a detailed session outline of content and methodology. If a session includes participation, i.e. activity of any kind, it may be no more than 50% of the session.

Example below:

Detailed Session Outline / Time Alotted
Introduction of presenter / 5 Minutes
Short quiz / 5 Minutes
Discussion about quiz / 5 Minutes
Self-determination theory / 15 Minutes
Autonomy-supportive environment vs. a controlled environment / 20 Minutes
Autonomy-supportive environment techniques / 10 Minutes
Break into groups to discuss how to relate to their agency/population / 20 Minutes
Wrap up & Evaluation / 10 Minutes

NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Check one to two of the most prominent areas of content in this session:

☐FKW - Foundational Knowledge

☐ASP - Assessment Process

☐DOC - Documentation

☐IMP - Implementation

☐ADM - Administration of TR/RT Services

☐ADV - Advancement of the Profession

TRO Professional Contribution Credits: Please indicate appropriate PCC criteria code:

☐Assessment ☐Intervention

☐ Program Development ☐Program Delivery

☐Documentation ☐Evaluation

☐ TR and Community Practice ☐TR and Research

☐Professional Development ☐ Theoretical Foundations

☐Diagnostic Groupings/Populations☐Organizing/Managing Services

☐ Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations ☐ Agency and TR Service Plan

Target Audience:(Check all that apply)

Student

TR Practitioner

Supervisor

Researcher/Educator

Language:

English

French

Audio-visual Equipment: Please check all that apply. Other equipment must be provided by presenter

Internet access

Audio for computer

Computer & LCD projector

Speaker to provide their own computer

Room Arrangements Preferred: (Room set-ups may be limited due to logistics)

Theatre style

Open area

Other (Please specify)

Additional Requests or Special Needs: List any special requests you may have for your presentation (e.g., set up time needed, noise volume of presentation, ideal time or day, room arrangement, activity space required, additional supply fees if any, limit to the number of participants, etc.) Please note: These will be considered by CTRA/TRO, but not guaranteed.

Speaker Information: Please include information for all speakers who will be presenting session. Confirmation of session acceptance and all correspondence will be sent to the primary speaker listed below.

Speaker(s): Names will be printed in the program brochure in the order listed here.

Name &
Credentials / Position Title / Agency Address / Work Phone / E-mail
1
2
3
4
5

Speaker Biography: Please provide 150 word paragraph to be printed in the conference program brochure)

References for Research Investigator:

Speaker / Reference Name / Reference E-mail / Phone

E-mail the Following to in word document with Session Title and Presenter in the Subject Area

Speaker Qualifications: (Describe qualifications to present this topic)

  • Maximum of 2 page vitae or resume (e-mailed to
  • in a word document) This information will not be posted in the program;however, is required for CEU approval process.
  • For Research Presenters ONLY please provide 400 word biographical (e-mailed to in a word document)
  • For Research Presentations: Abstract of Session (Limited to 500 words)
  • E-mail word document to

Speaker Agreements and Permissions:

Audio-Visual

I agree that my above indicated Audio-visual Equipment is all that I require from the conference organizers.Allother equipment must be provided by me.

Promotions and Marketing

I agree that my session information may be used for marketing and promotions for the CTRA/TRO conference

Speaker Handouts:Speakers and speaker handouts are key elements at professional development conferences. This year, our CTRA/TRO 2016 Conference Planning Committee has decided to reduce our environmental impact.We are using technology to provide paper-freehandouts to all our delegates. If you are planning to distribute handoutsof your presentation will you please join our green campaign?

I agree to forward a pdf of mypresentation or handouts (no larger than 4 MB) to nd 2 weeks prior to the conference

I grant permission to CTRA and TRO to post my presentation pdf on the CTRA website for CTRAand TROconference delegates to access

I grant permission to CTRA and TRO to post my presentation pdf on the CTRA website after conference for CTRA and TRO members to access

CTRA Conference Compendium: The CTRA Board of Directors has aspired to create a document to celebrate the national knowledge base of therapeutic recreation practice in Canada. We are interested in publishing a compendium of research as well as articles related to best therapeutic recreation practice in Canada. We hope you will be a part of this publication. As one of the potential presenters at our national conference, you will be invited to submit a 3-page abstract of your presentation/research, which will be provided to our delegates within the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association 2016 Annual Conference Compendium.

Submitted abstracts must be no longer than three (3) pages, including all discussion, tables, and figures. A reference list may extend into a fourth page if necessary.

I plan to submit a 3-page abstract of my presentation to be included in the CTRA 2016 Annual Conference Compendium2 weeks prior to the conference

I grant permission for CTRA to electronically publish my abstract in the CTRA 2016 Annual Conference Compendium and post on the CTRA website for CTRA conference delegates to access

I grant permission to CTRA to electronically post my abstract in the CTRA 2016 Annual Conference Compendium on their website after the conference for CTRA members to access.

The Planning Committee will be in regular communication with you as we prepare the final details for the conference. Thank you for you submission to the CTRA-TRO 2016 Conference!

Leeann Ferries, MA, R/TRO, CTRS

Rebecca Thompson, BRLS, R/TRO, CTRS