Session handouts will be posted on the Handouts page of the Web site.
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Wednesday, August 3 |
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| 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Registration |
| Morning Sessions | |
| 9:00 a.m.–noon |
34. Bully Blockers
Bill Jenson (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) This session will shows teachers and other staff how to prevent and reduce all forms of bullying, from gossiping and exclusion to physical aggression and cyberbullying. |
| 9:00–noon |
35 and 46. Naming Theory
Caio Miguel (Intermediate/Advanced, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) Naming theory is a higher order class of behavior that involves the learning of a bidirectional relation between speaking and listening responses. This presentation will define naming theory and suggest how through multiple exemplar training, instructional efficiency for teaching verbal behavior with individuals with autism can be achieved. |
| 9:00–noon |
36 and 47. Can We Eliminate Problem Behavior Without Extinguishing It? Brian Iwata (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This presentation summarizes strengths and limitations of extinction and reviews research on the elimination of problem behavior with alternative procedures. |
| 9:00–noon |
37 and 48. Extending Functional Communication through Relational Framing Ruth Anne Rehfeldt (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This presentation will focus upon how the research program on Relational Frame Theory in particular and derived relational responding more generally can influence educational curricula for individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. |
| 9:00–noon |
Kim Herb (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) This presentation will detail a web based system regarding provider competency to serve infant and toddlers with ASD. |
| 9:00–noon |
39 and 50. Assessment and Treatment of Feeding Disorders in Autism
William Sharp (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) This presentation will review the topography, assessment, and behavioral treatment of feeding problems frequently associated with autism. |
| 9:00–noon |
40. Adapted Physical Education Garth Tymeson (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This presentation will describe the short- and long-term benefits of physical activity for students with ASD along with legal requirements and provision of services regulations based on IDEA 2004. Characteristics of quality and appropriate physical education services and programs will be discussed as well as common misconceptions and best practices of physical education for students with disabilities. |
| 9:00–noon |
41 and 52. Ethics and Professional Behavior Jon Bailey (Intermediate/Advanced, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych, 3 Ethics Hours) This session will discuss several key issues as they relate to ethics and the professional behavior of behavior analysts. Case scenarios will be used to illustrate the issues. |
| 9:00–noon |
42 and 53. Transition Issues and Autism Rosemary Nilles (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) While students with autism spectrum disorders present unique needs, the process for transitioning from school to post-secondary education, employment, and independent living is the same regardless of disability. This session will examine Pennsylvania’s six step process for transition for students ages fourteen and older. Emphasis will be given to age appropriate transition assessment; clearly identified post-secondary goals; the role of agency partnerships; transition services and activities; and measurable annual goals, all of which must be customized to the student's individual needs. |
| 9:00–noon |
43 and 54. Legal Issues for Students with Autism Perry Zirkel (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This session will be a primer on special education law, including the avenues for legal dispute resolution. An overview of legislation, regulations, and case law specific to students with autism in pre-K to grade 12, with focus on eligibility and methodology will be presented. |
| 9:00–noon |
44. Instruction Basics Amiris DiPuglia (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) A review of various strategies and procedures for the delivery of high quality instruction will be provided. The focus will be on evidence-based interventions that include addressing the core issues of Autism Spectrum Disorders, namely communication and social skills. The importance of instruction as team effort that involves systematic training, data guided decision making, and team communication will be emphasized. |
| noon–1:15 p.m. | Lunch |
| Afternoon Sessions | |
| 1:15–4:15 p.m. |
45. Super Heroes
Bill Jenson (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This session will talk about the program, “Super Heroes,” which teaches 17 essential social skills to master. The program combines evidenced based instruction with fun through the use of Fast-Hands Animation, Peer Modeling, and Comics to engage kids every step of the way. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 35 46. Naming Theory Caio Miguel (Intermediate/Advanced, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) Naming theory is a higher order class of behavior that involves the learning of a bidirectional relation between speaking and listening responses. This presentation will define naming theory and suggest how through multiple exemplar training, instructional efficiency for teaching verbal behavior with individuals with autism can be achieved. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 36
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| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 37 48. Extending Functional Communication through Relational Framing Ruth Anne Rehfeldt (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This presentation will focus upon how the research program on Relational Frame Theory in particular and derived relational responding more generally can influence educational curricula for individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 38 Kim Herb (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) This presentation will detail a web based system regarding provider competency to serve infant and toddlers with ASD. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 39 50. Assessment and Treatment of Feeding Disorders in Autism William Sharp (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) This presentation will review the topography, assessment, and behavioral treatment of feeding problems frequently associated with autism. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
51. How CLM Engineers ‘Discovery Learning’ Opportunities for Learners and Instructors Vicci Tucci and Team (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) Aspects of the Competent Learner Model will be illustrated to show how the foundational repertoires acquired by the learners and instructors combine to perform new behaviors without explicit instruction. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 41 52. Ethics and Professional Behavior Jon Bailey (Intermediate/Advanced, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych, 3 Ethics Hours) This session will discuss several key issues as they relate to ethics and the professional behavior of behavior analysts. Case scenarios will be used to illustrate the issues. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 42 53. Transition Issues and Autism Rosemary Nilles (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) While students with autism spectrum disorders present unique needs, the process for transitioning from school to post-secondary education, employment, and independent living is the same regardless of disability. This session will examine Pennsylvania’s six step process for transition for students ages fourteen and older. Emphasis will be given to age appropriate transition assessment; clearly identified post-secondary goals; the role of agency partnerships; transition services and activities; and measurable annual goals, all of which must be customized to the student's individual needs. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
Repeat of Session 43 54. Legal Issues for Students with Autism Perry Zirkel (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, Psych) This session will be a primer on special education law, including the avenues for legal dispute resolution. An overview of legislation, regulations, and case law specific to students with autism in pre-K to grade 12, with focus on eligibility and methodology will be presented. |
| 1:00–4:15 p.m. |
55. Behavior Management Linda Franchok (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, ASHA, BACB, Psych) Positive approaches to managing common problem behaviors will be discussed. Methods of reducing the occurrence of challenging behaviors will be reviewed in relation to a wide range of factors that can influence behavior. The primary emphasis will be on a functional approach that considers the individual’s skills and abilities as well as variables in the environment that can affect behavior. The session will include an overview of strategies for addressing the relation between effective communication skills and problem behavior as well as the relationship between quality of educational environment and problem behavior. |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
56. BACB Update and Professional Issues in Pennsylvania
Jerry Shook (Beginning/Intermediate, Act 48, BACB) This session will describe the current status and future directions planned for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. The session also will explore matters related to the practice of behavior analysis in the Commonwealth. |
| 8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Children's Institute |
| 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | Exhibits |
