If
you are going to attend a workshop or hire someone to train
your group, you want to make sure that the presenter will
be effective. I pride myself on being a dynamic
and energetic speaker who packages material in a compelling
manner. It is important to me that all learning styles
are accommodated and I do my best to present important concepts
in a variety of ways. People in my workshops and conference
sessions learn and feel involved in the presentation.
But
you don't have to take my word for it!
Advanced Positioning Strategies participants rated this newly revised session as 4.83 on a 5 point scale. Spontaneous comment included "exceptional" and "excellent". New doulas, experienced doulas, and nurses all attended and felt it matched their learning level.
Over
85% of 300 birth doula training participants have
rated Amy as "excellent" on "familiarity with topics", "organization
of material", "presentation" and "uses a variety of teaching
aids".
Over 80% of 100+ Parent-Infant Interaction workshop participants,
rate Amy with 4.25 or higher (on a five point scale) on "speaker
organization", "knowledge level", and "presentation skills".
Course Surveys from Human Sexuality students:
100%
of students agreed with these statements:
• |
The instructor was able to give clear explanations
of difficult ideas. |
• |
The instructor has a good knowledge of the subject matter. |
• |
The
instructor made me feel free in class to ask questions
or express my opinions. |
• |
The course was well coordinated and ran smoothly. |
• |
The
syllabus was well organized and accurately described
the course. |
94%
would "like to take another course from this instructor".
(While there are other high marks, these are the most relevant.)
From the "Attachment Needs for Laboring Mothers" session
at a hospital with an audience of nurses and doulas:
• |
The instructor used scenarios that were
real to my job. – 4.67 (out of 5 points) |
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The instructor answered questions easily. – 4.85 |
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The instructor encouraged questions, discussion and
involvement. – 4.72 |
• |
The materials were clearly written and well organized.
– 4.50 |
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I will use the materials as a reference source. – 4.27 |
Quotes from Workshop Participants:
"She uses lots of visual aids."
"The video segments were great and illustrated her points."
"Amy
Gilliland was great! I would take any class from
her."
"Highly
recommended instructor – I would suggest her workshops to
anyone in my field."
"Amy is passionate and animated which makes her material
come alive."
"I
feel like she really cares."
"She
is a master."
"Thank
you for understanding that everyone learns differently– I was so relaxed working with you."
"Amy,
you seem really well organized, which enhanced the usefulness
of the session."
"Our hospital staff was very impressed with you and are teaching
me new techniques!"
"Excellent
training! Enjoyed immensely, learned a lot. Thank
you!"
"I
am a pretty tough grader because I have such high expectations
of Amy's work!" (from an evaluation form)
"The
material was well presented and thoughtful. Very relevant
information, very useful and very applicable!"
"This
has been a wonderful experience to help me clarify my values
and realize me that I'm on the right path."
"Amy is an excellent speaker, she is very knowledgeable and
has much experience to share."
"Amy provided great support, great source of strength and
inspiration."
"Amy is "real" and very accessible and great at building
my confidence."
"Amy shares her passion for her work and extensive experience
in a direct and meaningful way."
"Amy brings practical wisdom, a sense of being well grounded
and a juicy sense of humor! She is very clear about the importance
of informed choices and gives great examples."
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