Workshop 1
Effective Behavioral Strategies for Teachers
Attendees will be introduced to autism, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and the power of effective positive reinforcement. Attendees will learn simple and practical behavioral strategies that can be used with all students in every
classroom. This workshop will involve many hands-on activities to practice the strategies outlined by the presenters.
Conducted by Dr. Michelle Kelly
*Suitable for teachers and parents
Workshop 2
Starting the Implementation of Picture Exchange Communication System
This workshop will introduce the six phases of Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and with a specific focus on the implementation of the first 2 phases. PECS was developed by Andrew S. Bondy, Ph.D. & Lori Frost, M.S.,CCC/SLP as an augmentative/alternative communication intervention package for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and related developmental disabilities. PECS does not require complex or expensive materials. It was created with families, educators, and resident care providers in mind, so is readily used in a range of settings. PHASE I: How to Communicate PHASE II: Distance and Persistence
Conducted by Rehka Warrier and Bharti Rao
*Suitable for parents, teachers and professionals
Workshop 3
Social Stories for Efficient Transitions and Change
When working with children, adolescents and young adults on the autism
spectrum, change in routine can bring about a variety of challenges. The use of social stories is one way that parents, teachers, and other caregivers may be able to create more predictability in those situations and provide learning
opportunities for problem solving.
Conducted by Nipa Bhuptani and Michelle Chioccola
*Suitable for parents, teachers and professionals
Workshop 4
The Use of Antecedent Interventions to Increase Compliance and Decrease Interfering Behavior
The use of antecedent interventions for increasing compliance and decreasing interfering behavior will be discussed. Attendees will be able to describe the general procedure, advantages, limitations, and considerations of several antecedent manipulations for promoting compliance.
Conducted by Dr. Amanda Verriden and Manal Al Eryani
*Suitable for ABA professionals and professionals
*This session offers CEUs for Board Certificants (BACB) professionals
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