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Annette, The two largest conferences are NADE and CRLA. NADE (the largest, often with 1000 or more attendees,)has many presentations for faculty in developmental courses as well as presentations on Learning Center Management and Tutoring. CRLA (growing with 600-700 at the most recent conference, but still keeping the feel of a small, friendly group) has some presentations for faculty in developmental courses but many presentations on Learning Center Management and Tutoring. NCLCA, NTA, and ATP have smaller conferences with slightly different focus. NCLCA (I'm not sure their size; you can check the website for the number of presentations) has many presentations for Learning Center Management, and not quite as many on tutoring. NTA (250-400 depending on the year) and ATP (newly formed, with, I hear 200+ attendees this year) have many presentations on tutoring and some on Learning Center Management. I am or have been a member of all of the above except ATP (but I know many of the people involved in the leadership and presentations at their conference.) Many people share their expertise in presentations in two or more of the conferences. I think for most people in our profession, any of the conferences will provide a rich and valuable experience. My suggestion is to look at what is offered for pre-and/or post-conference workshops for topics you really need to have information or training on and past that, choose the location and dates that are best for you. ___________________________________ Laura Symons Coordinator of the Learning Center Piedmont Virginia Community College 501 College Drive Charlottesville, VA 22902-7589 434.961.5310 (o) 434.961.8232 (f) www.pvcc.edu -----Original Message----- From: Open Forum for Learning Assistance Professionals [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Underwood, Peggy Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 3:30 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Training Opportunities Annette, I would highly recommend joining the NCLCA and attending their conference in October. Peggy Peggy Underwood Director, The Learning Center Grace College 200 Seminary Dr. Winona Lake, IN 46590 574-372-5100 ext. 6422 [log in to unmask] "Excellence is developmental" Kellogg 2003 -----Original Message----- From: Open Forum for Learning Assistance Professionals [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Annette Poechman Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 3:17 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Training Opportunities Hello: I am a new Canadian member of the list serve and I am looking for suggestions on the most appropriate conference to attend. In Canada there does not appear to be a national association like CRLA, NCLCA or NADE. I have been on a number of websites and have seen various conferences. I oversee a Learning Service, which focuses primarily on study skills and tutoring at a very small southwestern Ontario university . I am not new to this role, but my training is in counselling not development education. Any suggestions that you could provide would be much appreciated. Thank you. Annette Poechman ______________________________ Annette Poechman Learning Consultant Laurier Brantford Mailing Address 73 George St. Brantford ON Office Location Journalism House RM 114 519-756-8228 Ext. 5736 519-756-9092 (Fax) PLEASE NOTE: Given the non-secure nature of e-mail, Learning Services cannot ensure the confidentiality of this communication. Please use discretion when sending sensitive information. Also, please note that staff do not maintain 24-hour access to e-mail accounts. ___________________ The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you receive this in error, please contact the sender immediately by return electronic transmission and then immediately delete this transmission, including all attachments, without copying, distributing or disclosing same. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To access the LRNASST-L archives or User Guide, or to change your subscription options (including subscribe/unsubscribe), point your web browser to http://www.lists.ufl.edu/archives/lrnasst-l.html To contact the LRNASST-L owner, email [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To access the LRNASST-L archives or User Guide, or to change your subscription options (including subscribe/unsubscribe), point your web browser to http://www.lists.ufl.edu/archives/lrnasst-l.html To contact the LRNASST-L owner, email [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To access the LRNASST-L archives or User Guide, or to change your subscription options (including subscribe/unsubscribe), point your web browser to http://www.lists.ufl.edu/archives/lrnasst-l.html To contact the LRNASST-L owner, email [log in to unmask]