Session handouts will be posted on the Handouts page of the Web site.
If you do not see a specific session handout, please check back.
Wednesday, August 5 |
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| 8:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m. | Registration |
| Morning Sessions |
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| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
34. The First Official Guide Training for the Social Context Jungle
(Intermediate) Carol Gray This presentation will break new instructional ground with ideas for teaching students with autism spectrum disorders to "read," interpret, and respond effectively to social context. |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
35. Using Direct Instruction Curricula to Teach Academics to Learners with ASD
(Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs) Cathy Watkins This session will look at how direct instruction programs can address the unique needs of learners with autism while supporting their acquisition of academic skills. |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
36. Positive Behavior Supports for Learners with Autism
(Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs) Laura Riffel This presentation will focus on positive interventions and effective strategies for changing behavior. Real-world examples will be used. |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
37. Social Communication Interventions for Learners with Significant Challenges
(Beginning/Intermediate) Kathleen Quill This workshop will address the critical role of integrating language and communication instruction throughout the day for children with significant challenges. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
38. Key Strategies for Developing Communication and Other Important Skills in Young Learners with Autism
(Beginning/Intermediate) Tracy Vail This session will include videos and discussion about combining treatment methods to address the communication, play, and social skills of children with ASD. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
39. Brothers and Sisters of People with Special Needs: Unique Concerns, Unique Opportunities
(Beginning/Intermediate) Don Meyer This session will discuss sibling experiences across the life span, and the implications they have for parents, siblings, and service providers. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
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9:00 a.m.–noon
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40. Using Sensational Intervention Principles to Address Sensory Processing Differences in Learners with Autism
(Intermediate/Advanced) Roseann Schaaf, Teal Benevides, and Audrey Zapletal This lively, interactive workshop will combine current research with practical applications to demonstrate the importance of sensation for participation in daily-life activities. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
41. Collaboration: The Key to Successful IEP Teams
(Beginning/Intermediate) Nicholas Martin This session will cover seven steps to agreement, the exploration of underlying interests, and what it really means to communicate well. |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
42. Preparing for the Job of Life: Effective Transition for Individuals with Autism
(Beginning/Intermediate) Lisa Crabtree This presentation will focus on evidence-based and practical models for supporting transitioning to adulthood for young people with autism. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| Noon–1:15 p.m. | Lunch |
| Afternoon Sessions |
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| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 34
43. The First Official Guide Training for the Social Context Jungle (Intermediate) Carol Gray This presentation will break new instructional ground with ideas for teaching students with autism spectrum disorders to "read," interpret, and respond effectively to social context. |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 35
44. Using Direct Instruction Curricula to Teach Academics to Learners with ASD (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs) Cathy Watkins This session will look at how direct instruction programs can address the unique needs of learners with autism while supporting their acquisition of academic skills. |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 36
45. Positive Behavior Supports for Learners with Autism (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs) Laura Riffel This presentation will focus on positive interventions and effective strategies for changing behavior. Real-world examples will be used. |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 37
46. Social Communication Interventions for Learners with Significant Challenges (Beginning/Intermediate) Kathleen Quill This workshop will address the critical role of integrating language and communication instruction throughout the day for children with significant challenges. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 38
47. Key Strategies for Developing Communication and Other Important Skills in Young Learners with Autism (Beginning/Intermediate) Tracy Vail This session will include videos and discussion about combining treatment methods to address the communication, play, and social skills of children with ASD. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
48. Growing Up with Autism: Brothers and Sisters Speak Out
(Beginning/Intermediate) Susan Draus, Hillary Freeman, Beth Glasberg-Katz, Janice Nathan, Marissa Tabak, and Jesse Torisky This panel will provide a personal glimpse into the lives of siblings. It will describe various experiences of siblings with autism and make recommendations for achieving best outcomes. |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 40
49. Using Sensational Intervention Principles to Address Sensory Processing Differences in Learners with Autism (Intermediate/Advanced) Roseann Schaaf, Teal Benevides, and Audrey Zapletal This lively, interactive workshop will combine current research with practical applications to demonstrate the importance of sensation for participation in daily-life activities. SESSION AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
50. Educating Learners with Severe and Dangerous Behaviors: Ethical Considerations
(Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs) Jose Martinez-Diaz This presentation will cover recent developments in strategies for abating and decelerating severe and dangerous problem behavior, and developing, evoking, and accelerating alternative, pro-social behavior. |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 42
51. Preparing for the Job of Life: Effective Transition for Individuals with Autism (Beginning/Intermediate) Lisa Crabtree This presentation will focus on evidence-based and practical models for supporting transitioning to adulthood for young people with autism. |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
52. Introduction to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
(Intermediate/Advanced) Jerry Shook Basic information on the BACB—including eligibility criteria, application for examination, and current status—will be presented. |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
53. Bureau of Autism Services Update
(Beginning/Intermediate) Nina Wall-Cote This session will provide an overview of the most current initiatives and plans of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Autism Services, Department of Public Welfare. Time will be included for audience questions. |
| 8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Children's Institute |
| 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | Exhibits |
