Regarding content, there were general comments about "well researched materials," "good information" and "interesting" content, and a specific comment about the definitions about different types of abuse and violence. People also commented on the "flow" and organization of the content. One participant commented on the relevancy of the workshop and two others commented about applying the workshop to their work:

...very useful in my work more now with the student I am now tutoring.

I hope to be able to share some of this information with other TAs at school.

One participant commented about the "relaxed atmosphere" and another noted that, "We did a lot of thinking but I don't feel I'm on overload." There was also a comment that the stress balls, play dough and pipe cleaners were a "great idea." As well there were some general comments that the workshop was "excellent" or "very well done."

Although there were no comments about "what didn't work," one participant noted: "I was sorry to see no mention of those who become targets, because they have similar characteristics." Suggestions for "next time" included having more Brain Gym activities, using role plays, and having evaluation questionnaires and name tags. One participant asked:

Would it be too threatening to have a person who has shown remarkable change or benefited from the literacy program appear and speak or write up an account of what helped them?

The evaluations of the Pincher Creek workshop suggested that I accomplished my purpose in facilitating a workshop about violence and learning. Although I didn't include the same evaluation in the Edmonton workshop, some people came up afterwards with positive comments. I also found that participants in both workshops were familiar with many of the topics and issues. The evaluations suggest that it was important for participants to be able to share that knowledge with each other.