>>>From: Clive and Betty Ann Rice [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 2. It is very tiring for some of us, regular supporters of IOLI and attendees of past Conventions, with chronic illness plus some years under our skin, to go for 6 hours a day when the classes could have been scheduled 3 hours a day for 4 days. 8. The scheduling of classes of previous IOLI Conventions was "not broken so why fix it."<<<
Sorry, Betty Ann, but I feel the need to comment on this (I see them as the same point). I agree with your right to boycott any event that doesn't provide you with what you want, and have no argument there. I can understand that some people (in addition to you) may have trouble with all-day classes, and those people will be penalized this year by the change in schedule. However, just because something works for one, that doesn't mean it's not broken by others' standards. I found it quite frustrating having only half-day instruction. If I wanted to take more than one class, it meant "changing gears" mentally, owning and transporting two complete sets of equipment, and having the projects conflict as far as what to do during off-time. I rather like the idea of having one class all-day for 2 days, followed by a different class all-day for two days. I can use the same equipment for the second class, which means I pack half as much. I can think only about that class and not get those instructions muddled with the other, which means I'll get more out of each class. I'm not convinced this year's plan is the best, but I'm willing to give it a try. If it turns out well, then great--those who had problems with the former format will have finally had their needs fulfilled. If it turns out dismally, I'll be glad it wasn't my decision and hope future committees learn from the experience. Robin P. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
