Full-day Workshops in Johannesburg, Pretoria & W. Cape, South Africa
For Teachers, Therapists, Parents, and Educators
Body-Brain Integration
Sensory Regulation
Technology for Learning
Research-based strategies, practical approach, ready to use tools
Workshops in February 2024
Sensory Regulation & Effective Technology
for Learning
Combining a full-body multi-sensory approach with technology to help children reach their maximum learning potential.
A FUN, INTERACTIVE,
FAST-MOVING WORKSHOP
A comprehensive plan for helping children learn and achieve, using a body-brain integration approach. We will also cover effective use of technology in addition to incorporating sensory regulation strategies into children's everyday lives.
Full-day workshop will provide:
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Research-based strategies and approaches
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Interactive, fun, dynamic day of experiential learning
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Practical Ideas you can use immediately
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Programs and materials that are free and available for all students
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Take-Home Kit - Each participant gets a curated Take-Home kit. Packed with printed workbooks, links to free online materials, sensory tools, and fun rhythmic movement and sound tools, this kit allows you to start using the strategies presented in the workshop immediately.
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Mini-Contests - Attendees can choose to participate in Mini-Contests for a chance to win a Bluetooth speaker which can be used along with the sensory strategies and programs provided.
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Lunch, morning/afternoon coffee, tea & snacks, chocolates! :)
Self-regulation and executive functioning are essential life skills for all children in all environments. They are critical skills needed for academic success for all learners in their academic environments. However, many struggling students are dysregulated and have difficulty with coping skills.
In this presentation, we will look at the strong evidence supporting the effectiveness of implementing a sensory regulation approach into children’s daily lives as an important basis for effective learning. We will present research-based, practical, and effective methods to help students with sensory regulation before and during academic activities. The focus will be on incorporating strategies for the classroom and home. Specific, concrete data collection methods for determining the most effective strategies will be demonstrated.
Workshop Course Outline
BODY-BRAIN INTEGRATION
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Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Brain and Body Integration - an essential basis for learning and achievement
Stages of Development and Integration
Primitive Reflex Integration
Developmental Approach to Learning
Social-Emotional Aspects
Strategies to Improve Motivation and Engagement
Importance of Movement, Music, and Rhythm in Brain Development
Need for Unstructured Movement
Effect of Highly Structured Movement on Child Achievement
Sensory Needs and Regulation
Ready for Rhythm - Ready for Calm - Ready for Work
Developmental Drawing and Writing
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MULTIMEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY
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Appropriate and Wise use of Technology
Technology for Multiple Means of Learning
Rhythmic Writing and Rhythmic Typing
Technology and Strategies to make Learning Fun and Exciting
Combining Dynamic Movement and Technology for Effective Learning
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Schedule
Body-Brain Integration, Sensory Regulation,
and Technology for Learning
4 sessions will be held, 2 in Gauteng and 2 in Western Cape. All sessions are the same content but with different date and location options.
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For each session:
CEU's: 7 (OTASA), HPCSA Level 1
Cost:
Individual R1350
(Early bird registration R1100 before 10 Jan 2024)
Group Over 5 people R1100 each
(Early bird registration R1000 each before 10 Jan 2024)
Time: 08:30 - 16:00 (Lunch and Refreshments provided)
WESTERN CAPE
Session 1:
Date: 03 February 2024
Location: Vista Nova School
11 Milner Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700
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Session 2:
Date: 10 February 2024
Location: Vista Nova School
11 Milner Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700
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GAUTENG
Session 3:
Date: 17 February 2024
Location: Marist Brothers Linmeyer
East St, Linmeyer, Johannesburg South, 2190, South Africa
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Session 4:
Date: 24 February 2024
Location: Via Nova School
Talitha Kumi St, Derdepoort 326-Jr, Pretoria, 0039, South Africa
We will be running fun, interactive workshops for therapists, teachers, and children to show you how to use powerful strategies for learning and achievement. We will investigate how to incorporate structured movement into academics and learning with data collection to measure progress with this approach. Some of the most beneficial technologies and strategies for learning together with motor components will be presented.
Host
Bridgette Nicholson
Occupational Therapist
Assistive Technology Consultant
Bridgette Nicholson is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist and Assistive Technology Consultant with over 36 years of experience. She has worked extensively with school districts, organizations, and conferences, providing valuable consultation, training, and presentations. Bridgette is known for her interactive, fast-paced workshops that are designed for educators, therapists, teachers, and parents. These 1 and 2-day workshops cover a wide range of topics, including evidence-based practice, research, progress monitoring, Universal Design for Learning, and powerful research-based strategies for classrooms and schools.