AMC2010 - Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

• Develop an understanding of using the map (orienting the map with the
physical environment etc)
• Develop confidence in the way the workshop is structured (full instructor
support to solo in three days)
• Part of the workshop will be a sharing of ideas between participants -
Participants are strongly encouraged to bring tactile map making resources
that they are aware of or have used successfully.
“MINIGUIDE WORKSHOP” - for those without previous experience
in miniguide instruction.
Presented by: Jeremy Hill, Regional Manager, Guide Dogs
NSW/ACT.
MAX: 16 participants
Morning workshop 9am-12.30pm
Afternoon workshop 1.30pm - 5pm
A “hands-on” opportunity to learn about the electronic travel aid, the Miniguide,
which 10 years down the track has proven to be a reliable and versatile aid for a
large variety of clients. The workshop will include the client focused development of
the Miniguide, how it works, how to program it and practical use of the aid to travel
around different environments. The presentation will include examples of how the
Miniguide has been used to assist clients using long canes, wheeled walkers and
wheelchairs, stroke related vision loss, children and guide dog users. Each
participant will also be provided with an instructor’s training manual.
“TRICKS OF THE TRADE WORKSHOP”
Presented by: Ross Still, Regional Manager, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT.
MAX: 15 active participants.
Morning Workshop 9am - 12.30pm
Afternoon workshop 1.30pm - 5pm
This workshop is a forum for the sharing of ideas. Present your innovative ideas and
learn great new ideas from others. Each participant must present at least two
(preferably three) special “Tricks of the Trade” which assist them in their role as
O&M or Guide Dog instructor. These might be techniques for teaching O&M or GD
handling skills, time management tricks, ways of structuring the working week,
techniques for evaluating client outcomes/programs, in fact any ideas or skills which
may be beneficial for other O&M or Guide Dog instructors.
Each participant will have ten minutes to present their ideas.