Play Coalition Speakers Question Title * 1. We would like to find out about your interest and availability to speak publicly about play and play-related issues. As our Coalition raises awareness of the importance of play to a wide range of audiences, we are seeking like-minded individuals who can participate in panel discussions, be quoted for news articles, or speak to groups about the need and benefits of children's play for their growth and development. Please take 8 minutes to fill out this brief survey about yourself and topics you might speak on. Are you interested/available to speak on topics which will educate others or raise their awareness of the importance of play? (check all boxes that apply) yes, I am willing to speak as a volunteer yes, as long as my speaking fees are noted yes, with time restrictions yes, within a specified geographical area not at this time Question Title * 2. What topics could you speak on as an "expert"? (check as many as apply) How to enrich play experiences for infants and toddlers Why "play is the work of children" in the preschool years The importance of play in elementary school The value of play in the teen years Play in adulthood The relationship between play and learning Different types of play and their benefits The role of parents/teachers in children's play Creating play-based home and preschool environments Barriers to play and strategies for overcoming these barriers Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. How long are you willing to speak ? (check all that apply) a) 10-15 minutes b) 20-30 minutes c) 45 - 60 minutes d) one to two hours Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. How far are you willing to travel to get to a speaking engagement? I am willing to be quoted over the telephone, but not travel. I will travel up to 5 miles from my home/work. I will travel up to 20 miles from my home/work. I will only go to places that are accessible by public transportation. I will go anywhere in the Bay Area that I am needed. My starting location is: Question Title * 5. What kind of audience would you feel comfortable addressing? (check all that apply) Parents Early Childhood professionals Elementary school teachers Secondary school teachers Administrators Policy makers College professors News media Mixed groups Other (please specify) Question Title * 6. What is your availability to speak? (check all answers that apply) Weekday breakfast meetings Weekday lunch meetings Weeknight dinner/Evening meetings Morning workshops Afternoon workshops Saturdays Sundays Other (please specify) Question Title * 7. What materials or set-up would you require? Be sure to include AV equipment, need for copies, or any particular room arrangement that works best for you. Question Title * 8. Tell us more about your qualifications as a speaker. Please include any special degrees or licenses you hold, what organization you represent (if any), and speaking experience. Question Title * 9. Thank you for being willing to speak to others about the importance of play! What is the best way for us to contact you? Please include your phone number(s), email and mailing address. Question Title * 10. Can you recommend anyone else who would be a good speaker on the subject of play? Yes No If yes, please give us their contact information: Done