The Southern Network of Specialized Care is happy to present the 2016 Research Digest - Volume 10.
Highlights of the 9th Annual Research Forum, Sept 19th, 2016
Summary of Research project across the Networks.
Please be advised that this resource, event or link is only available in English. Visit LaResource.ca for additional French resources
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Toolkit for Searching for Research Information
Have you ever been asked by a client or a supervisor to identify reliable information online and you found Google a bit overwhelming? This toolkit will help you streamline the search process. It has been created for anyone who has ever searched Google or Google Scholar and would like their searches to be more targeted and productive.
Toolkit for Evaluating Education Events
This Toolkit for Evaluating Educational Events can assist you in determining what elements of an educational event to evaluate and how to complete that evaluation. It is the second of a series of toolkits that provide practical guidance on delivering meaningful educational events for all staff. The first toolkit is entitled: Toolkit for Planning Education Events; both can be accessed online at www.community-networks.ca (type toolkit name into the search box).
The series features a structured, easy-to-follow, multi-step process to guide anyone tasked with delivering a training or educational session for their organization. Each toolkit includes templates and samples. They are based on best practice in the field of adult education and the expertise of individuals with many years of experience in the design and delivery of educational events. This particular Toolkit provides guidance on how to develop an evaluation for your educational session that is realistic in scope and scale.
MyCommunityHub
MyCommunityHub is an online registration space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered by Developmental Service Agencies across Ontario.
Special Considerations for Speech Language Pathologists Serving People with Intellectual Disabilities:
A supplementary resource to augment existing practice guidelines
Toolkit for Planning Education Events
This toolkit will assist you to plan, develop and deliver educational events for adults that provide a meaningful experience for all. It provides a structured process that is easy to follow and includes templates and samples. It is based on best practice in the field of adult education and the expertise of individuals with many years of experience in the design and delivery of educational events.
Service, Support and Success – International Journal for Direct Support Professionals
The intent of this journal is to provide practical knowledge and advice to direct support professionals that can readily be implemented in their daily work activities. The journal is read by thousands of people in human services in 134 countries worldwide! It is a monthly publication, available in English and French, and is edited by Dave Hingsburger and Angie Nethercott.
The ministry of Community and Social Services asked Community Networks of Specialized Care of Ontario to review and identify appropriate training packages and resources because Community Networks of Specialized Care — Ontario has expertise and experience in working with people with a developmental disability who have challenging behaviour. To learn more, read: A Summary of Findings from the Community Networks of Specialized Care. It is also posted on the Quality Assurance Measures Training website.
For additional information click here to visit the MCSS website.