CONFERENCE: Early registration deadline for October OR-ABA conference is September 1, 2010!

The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (ORABA)

Issues a reminder that the early registration deadline for discounted registration fees for the

1st Annual ORABA Conference
October 2nd, 2010
Shilo Inn Airport
11707 NE Airport Way,
Portland, OR 97220

is coming up quickly and that the early registration discount is until 

September 1, 2010!! 

Schedule

8am -9am-- Registration

9am-noon-- Key Note Speaker

Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D, BCBA; Carbone Clinic

Noon-1:30pm-- Lunch Break

1:30pm-3:00pm-- Session I

John T. Rapp, Ph.D., BCBA-D  or 

Jane Howard, Ph.D., BCBA-D & Coleen Sparkman, MA, CCC-SLP

3:15pm- 4:45pm-- Session II

Allen Neuringer, Ph.D. or

Melanie Shaw, BCBA

5:00pm- 6:30pm-- Session III

Vincent J. Carbone Ed.D, BCBA or
Jennifer Knipling, BCBA

Early Registration Due September 1st, 2010

To download the brochure/registration form: pdf   or  MSWord

To download presenter biographies and
detailed descriptions of each session's presentations: pdf   or  MSWord

For questions or more information on the Conference, please contact ORABA President Sarah Schaefer, LPC, BCBA, .

For more information on ORABA, please see the ORABA website.

Thank you and we hope to see you October 2 in Portland!!

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Disclaimer

The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submitted for content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.

Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

Webcasts from the National Autism Conference August 2-6, 2010; Online CEs, including BACB, available.

The annual Penn State National Autism Conference is one of the great ones - because of the number of presentations, the stellar lineup of some of the best in autism intervention, and that they go to great lengths to generously make the content available to families and practitioners by webcasts, archiving of some presentations and some sales of video.

This year is no exception, with online webcasts being made available during the conference August 2-6, 2010. Mark your calendar, so that you don't miss this opportunity!

Note: This listing highlights those online webcasts which offer Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) CEs, but the full program also has opportunities for ASHA and Psych CEUs.
**For those not seeking CEs, the webcasts are FREE OF CHARGE.**

For those interested in attending the conference in person, please see the Conference Homepage.

Webcasting

"The Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education, and PaTTAN are proud to announce an exciting opportunity to participate in the 2010 National Autism Conference via live Webcasting.


Various sessions will be available to view live from your computer. During the conference, simply visit the Web site and click on the live Webcasting page and follow the instructions on the days that you wish to participate..."

For complete session descriptions, CEU amounts, and registration information, please visit agenda pages.

Monday, August 2, 2010

1:00–4:00 p.m.
4. Effective Instruction: The Difference between Mediocrity and Excellence
Ed Schaefer

1:00–4:00 p.m.
9. Promoting Independence for Maximum Success
Bridget Taylor

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

9:00 a.m.–noon
14. Using Direct Instruction Curricula to Teach Learners with ASD
Cathy Watkins

1:15–4:15 p.m.
24. Development of Advanced Intraverbal Repertoires
Mark Sundberg

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

9:00 a.m.–noon
34. Teaching Verbal Skills to Students with Autism
Carol Afflerbaugh

9:00 a.m.–noon
37. Eating and Feeding Challenges in Autism
Keith Williams and Laura Seiverling 

Thursday, August 5, 2010

9:00 a.m.–noon
55. Crisis Management for Families
David Lennox

1:15–4:15 p.m.
60. Precision Teaching, Fluency, and Celeration-Based Learning
Kent Johnson

1:15–4:15 p.m.
65. Toilet Training at Any Age
Frank Cicero

Related
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Verbalbehavior wiki blog
Fascinating audio presentation by Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D on verbal behavior assessment for children with autism and the VB-MAPP

Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Verbalbehavior wiki blog 

Highlights from the Penn State National Autism Conference 2009

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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submitted for content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: Call for Presentations and Info on Nov. 4-6, 2010 International Precision Teaching Conference, Seattle, WA

An announcement about an upcoming event from the Standard Celeration Society,
a Special Interest Group of ABA International


Mark your calendar and tell your friends!

The Call for Presentations and a new informational flyer has been released for the 

23rd International Precision Teaching Conference

"Precision Teaching: Out of the Closet
and into the World of Education"

November 4-6, 2010 

Seattle, Washington.

To download Call for Presentations and Informational Flyer

Submission of Presentations will begin in mid-May at the Standard Celeration Society website
and conclude on July 15, 2010.
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The Standard Celeration Society, Morningside Academy, Organization for Research and Learning (O.R.L.), and Families for Effective Autism Treatment of Washington (FEAT-WA),

Present the
23rd Annual International Precision Teaching Conference (IPTC)
Precision Teaching: Out of the Closet and into the World of Education

When: November 4th, 5th, 6th, 2010

Where: SEATTLE, WA

Holiday Inn Seattle
211 Dexter Ave North
Seattle, WA 98109
Hotel Front Desk: 1-206-728-8123
Group Reservation Code: Morningside

Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Type 2 credits available


Target Audience

• Students
• Teachers
• Parents
• Behavior analysts
• Principals and administrators
• College professors
• Staff developers
• Psychologists

Potential Topics

• Introduction to Precision Teaching (PT)
• Precision Teaching in public school settings
• Precision Teaching and autism intervention
• Use of the Standard Celeration Chart (SCC) in business and industry
• Basic and applied science of Precision Teaching
• The Standard Celeration Chart to measure student progress/achievement

Potential Presenters
People who

• Apply Precision Teaching in public education
• Use the Standard Celeration Chart (SCC) for Applied Behavior Analysis
• Run private Precision Teaching schools or learning centers
• Use Precision Teaching in college instruction
• Teach grad/undergrad students about Precision Teaching
• Use Precision Teaching in business and industry
• Develop curricula
• Precision Teaching for underserved populations

Preconference tours & workshops- Thursday November 4th, 2010

Visit: Morningside Academy, FEAT of Washington, or Academy for Precision Learning (APL)

Hope to see you in Seattle!
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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submitted for content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: Reminder of Summer Direct Instruction Conferences in Eugene, OR and special conference in Columbus, OH on DI for ASD learners

Reminder of  two summer conferences of interest to those who use the Direct Instruction (Becker, Englemann) model of instruction or are interested in learning more about it -
the

• 36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes, which will be held in Eugene, Oregon and
• Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes July 25–29, 2010
Hilton Eugene Hotel & Conference Center
Eugene, Oregon
Beginning and Advanced Training
College Credit
BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available


"Join us for the longest running, most comprehensive Direct Instruction Training available.

This year we are pleased to present long time DI Consultant Carolyn Schneider along with Zig Engelmann as our keynote speakers.

We will have sessions for beginning and veteran users, as well as sessions designed for classroom teachers and parapros, coaches, and administrators. Special tracks for general, and special education and many others will be highlighted"

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the National Direct Instruction Conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction


AND a new special focus Direct Instruction Conference in Columbus, Ohio

Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio
August 16–18, 2010
Hilton Columbus/Polaris
Columbus, Ohio

BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available!
College Credit Available!
Training Designed for Teachers, Practitioners and Parents!

"Training on Reading Mastery, Language for Learning, DISTAR Arithmetic, Connecting Math Concepts and Corrective Reading Comprehension will be featured at this training tailored specifically for those that work with students with an ASD diagnosis."
[Blog author note - for information on these curriculum packages, see Signals, The Direct Instruction Community]

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction

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Past posts
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Eugene, OR: Association for Direct Instruction announces dates for National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes

Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: Direct Instruction conference in Eugene, OR AND a new special topic conference on Direct Instruction for students with ASD

A early heads-up on two summer conferences of interest to those who use the Direct Instruction (Becker, Englemann) model of instruction or are interested in learning more about it -
the

• 36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes, which will be held in Eugene, Oregon and
• Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes July 25–29, 2010
Hilton Eugene Hotel & Conference Center
Eugene, Oregon
Beginning and Advanced Training
College Credit
BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available


"Join us for the longest running, most comprehensive Direct Instruction Training available.

This year we are pleased to present long time DI Consultant Carolyn Schneider along with Zig Engelmann as our keynote speakers.

We will have sessions for beginning and veteran users, as well as sessions designed for classroom teachers and parapros, coaches, and administrators. Special tracks for general, and special education and many others will be highlighted"

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the National Direct Instruction Conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction


AND a new special focus Direct Instruction Conference in Columbus, Ohio

Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio
August 16–18, 2010
Hilton Columbus/Polaris
Columbus, Ohio

BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available!
College Credit Available!
Training Designed for Teachers, Practitioners and Parents!

"Training on Reading Mastery, Language for Learning, DISTAR Arithmetic, Connecting Math Concepts and Corrective Reading Comprehension will be featured at this training tailored specifically for those that work with students with an ASD diagnosis."
[Blog author note - for information on these curriculum packages, see Signals, The Direct Instruction Community]

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction

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Past posts
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Eugene, OR: Association for Direct Instruction announces dates for National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes

Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

Conferences: Summer Direct Instruction conference in Eugene, OR, & NEW special topic DI conference for ASD learners in Columbus, OH

This is a heads-up on two summer conferences of interest to those who use the Direct Instruction (Becker, Engelmann) model of instruction or are interested in learning more about it and specific curriculum packages-

Zig Engelmann Discusses Direct Instruction, 6:13
For more videos at Youtube

• 36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes, which will be held in Eugene, Oregon and
• Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio. (As a special note, the Columbus, Ohio conference is being hosted in cooperation with Haugland Learning Center).

36th National Direct Instruction Conference And Institutes July 25–29, 2010
Hilton Eugene Hotel & Conference Center
Eugene, Oregon
Beginning and Advanced Training
College Credit
BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available


"Join us for the longest running, most comprehensive Direct Instruction Training available.

This year we are pleased to present long time DI Consultant Carolyn Schneider along with Zig Engelmann as our keynote speakers.

We will have sessions for beginning and veteran users, as well as sessions designed for classroom teachers and parapros, coaches, and administrators. Special tracks for general, and special education and many others will be highlighted"

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the National Direct Instruction Conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction


AND a new special focus Direct Instruction Conference in Columbus, Ohio

Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders—A Direct Instruction Conference, Columbus, Ohio
August 16–18, 2010
Hilton Columbus/Polaris
Columbus, Ohio

BACB® Approved Continuing Education Units available!
College Credit Available!
Training Designed for Teachers, Practitioners and Parents!

"Training on Reading Mastery, Language for Learning, DISTAR Arithmetic, Connecting Math Concepts and Corrective Reading Comprehension will be featured at this training tailored specifically for those that work with students with an ASD diagnosis."
[Blog author note - for information on these curriculum packages, see Signals, The Direct Instruction Community]

Please see the conference brochure for full information on events, registration and lodging.

Questions about the Effective Programs for Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorders conference should be directed to the Association for Direct Instruction

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For More Background on Direct Instruction


Signals, The Direct Instruction Community 

Zigsite: The website of Zig Engelmann


An Introduction to Direct Instruction
Special Connections

Past posts
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Eugene, OR: Association for Direct Instruction announces dates for National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes

Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

ANNOUNCE: One week warning early registration deadline for the ABA International Annual Convention in San Antonio, TX

One week warning on early deadline registration for the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)'s 36th Annual Convention in San Antonio, Texas, May 28 - June 1, 2010 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010 is the last day to register for the annual convention at the "early bird" pre-registration pricing. You can save over 30% by registering today instead of paying on-site!

Hotel rooms may still be available at the 4th overflow hotel, the Hyatt Regency, located within walking distance of the convention center. Please visit the hotel information page  to make your reservation on-line.

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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submitted for content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

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Scholarship opportunities for parents and stakeholders to attend IMFAR conference in Philadelphia, PA

The Autism Science Foundation has a notice on their website of an opportunity to allow parents and other stakeholders to attend the International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR). The Practitioner Issues in Behavior Analysis SIG blog  has previously reported on the IMFAR conference, the cutting age autism research presented at this conference, and past research presented there by behavior analysts.

"(February 11, 2010 -- New York, NY) The Autism Science Foundation today announced that is offering a limited number of grants to parents of children with autism and other stakeholders to support attendance at the International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR), to be held in Philadelphia, May 20-22, 2010. Awards of up to $1000 can be used to cover registration, travel, accommodations, meals and other directly related expenses, including childcare. After the conference, grant recipients will be expected to share what they've learned with families in their local communities and/or online..."

For full information, see the notice and application instructions at the Autism Science Foundation.

Post at the Practitioner Issues in Behavior Analysis SIG (PIBA-SIG) blog
Thursday, January 21, 2010
MEETING: International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR)

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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submitted for content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: Preliminary announcement of the 2010 International Precision Teaching Conference - Seattle, WA

In the past few years the majority of International Precision Teaching Conferences have been held elsewhere than the West Coast, so it's kind of a treat that the 2010 International Precision Teaching Conference will not only be in Seattle, but also presents an opportunity to meet and mingle with practitioners from across North America AND notable Precision Teaching schools and practices in Seattle, such as the Organization for Research and Learning, Morningside Academy, The Academy for Precision Learning.

Preliminary notice

23rd International Precision Teaching Conference/ IPTC 2010
- Seattle, WA
Thurs. November 4th- Sat. November 6th, 2010

**Please see the note below that a group reservation code for the hotel group rate is not yet available, but is anticipated to be available in the very near future - that info will posted/shared in a future post when it becomes so. Announcements and info on IPTC 2010 should also be appearing shortly at the Standard Celeration Society website, celeration.org.
Thanks for your understanding**

 
Holiday Inn, SEATTLE
211 DEXTER AVE NORTH, SEATTLE, WA 98109
Hotel Front Desk: 1-206-728-8123 | Hotel Fax: 1-206-728-2779
Group Reservation Code: TBA/To be announced when available

Airport: Sea-Tac International Airport


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Disclaimer

The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.
 

ABA International issues reminder on 2010 Annual Convention deadlines

An email reminder arrived today on some fast-approaching deadlines regarding the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)'s 36th Annual Convention in San Antonio, Texas, May 28 - June 1, 2010 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
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"As the ABAI 2010 Annual Convention approaches, we thought it might be helpful to send a reminder of deadlines that are coming up soon!

• Friday, January 29, 2010 is the deadline for any changes to be included on the convention web site and in the convention program book. Changes should be sent to convention@abainternational.org. It is very important to list the title and ID of your submission in the subject line of the email. You may view your submission by signing onto the ABAI portal.
• Wednesday, February 24, 2010 is the last day to register for the annual convention at the "early bird" pre-registration pricing. You can save over 30% by registering today instead of paying on-site!
• If you have not done so already, we recommend that you make your hotel reservations soon. Rooms are still available at the Hyatt Regency, located within walking distance of the convention center. Please visit the hotel information page  to make your reservation on-line.

We hope these reminders are helpful for you. We thank you in advance for contributing to the success of the 2010 ABAI Annual Convention.

Best,
ABA International Team
Association for Behavior Analysis International
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The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

ANNOUNCE: CalABA announces 1/29/10 early registration deadline for the 28th Annual Western Regional Conference

The California Association for Behavior Analysis (CalABA) has sent out a reminder of a Friday, January 29, 2010 early registration deadline for the 28th Annual Western Regional Conference in Irvine, California, February 18-20, 2010.

Late registration deadline is February 5, 2010.

They also have a note that some previously sold out workshops have increased enrollment limits and have re-opened for registration.

Visit the CalABA website for more information and to register for the conference.
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Previous blog post
Sunday, November 22, 2009
ANNOUNCE: CalABA Announces 2010 Conference Speakers and Events

Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: CCBS annual west coast conference announced for April 17, 2010

Mark your calendar for the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies annual west coast conference -this year the meeting will be organized and co-hosted by Rob Holdsambeck, Ed.D., BCBA and The Chicago School of Professional Psychology/ Los Angeles. The conference will be held April 17, 2010,  in Los Angeles, CA.

Presenters announced at this time include,

• Andy Bondy, Ph.D., BCBA
  Pyramid Educational Systems
  
• William L. Heward, Ed.D., BCBA
  Past ABA International President, Professor Emeritus,
  The Ohio State University
• Jane Howard, Ph.D., BCBA
  Cal State University, Stanislaus
  Therapeutic Pathways
• Hank Pennypacker, Ph.D.
  Professor Emeritus, University of Florida
  Mammacare
• Janet Twyman, Ph.D., BCBA
  Vice President of Instructional Development at Headsprout

Full program, updates and early registration will be posted soon on
The Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies website.

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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

 

ANNOUNCE: October 8-9, 2010 Northwestern ABA Conference

OR-ABA's neighbor to the north, the Northwestern Association for Behavior Analysis (NWABA), has posted a preliminary notice that they will be hosting a conference October 8-9, 2010 on the campus of Gonzaga University, Spokane WA.

The NWABA executive board is currently conducting the preliminaries for keynote speakers and other conference preparations. Their website states that they will be posting announcements of the keynote speakers and the call for papers sometime in early winter.

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Disclaimer
The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (OR-ABA) posts items only as a service to OR-ABA members and other interested persons. OR-ABA reserves the right to edit items submittedfor content, length, and style. OR-ABA will post only those event announcements that appear to be consistent with OR-ABA's statement of purpose, relevant laws, regulations, and ethical principles. OR-ABA's decision in this regard is final. These announcements should not construed as advertisements or endorsements of the products, services, or events described. OR-ABA cannot accept paid advertising on these pages. Announcements of commerical events or events with strong commercial tie-ins will be carefully evaluated for suitability. OR-ABA makes no representation of the accuracy of the events announcements, the quality of the events described, or suitability of any event or its intended use.
Please visit our website to find out more about OR-ABA, our activities, monthly meetings and speakers.

EVENT: December 18 Early Registration Deadline for ABAI 2010 Autism Conference

The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) has sent out a reminder of the December 18, 2009 early registration deadline for the two-day single-track event,

ABA International 2010 Autism Conference 

Translational Science and Effective Practice
Friday, January 22 – Sunday, January 24, 2010
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

To register

Hotel and travel information for the conference

( To obtain the special group rate for accommodations at the time of reservation, attendees must mention that they are with the Association for Behavior Analysis International. Cut off date for the group rate is December 30, 2009, although it is recommended that reservations be made as soon as possible).

BACB & APA CE credit is available for the presentations

An abbreviated description of the Autism Conference is below.

A full schedule for the conference is also available on the web

Friday January 22, 2010
Evening

• Opening Reception, 
• Poster Session 1
• Exhibitors, Bookstore, and 
• Author Signing Fair (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
  

Saturday January 23, 2010

Opening Remarks

• Travis Thompson, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota) and Gregory P. Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA (Western New England College)

Morning session
Chair: Gregory P. Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA (Western New England College)

• Early Behavioral Intervention and Family Psychological Adjustment.
  Bob Remington, Ph.D. (University of Southampton)
  
  
• A Comparison of Methods for Collecting Data on Students' Performance During Discrete Trial Teaching.
  Dorothea C. Lerman, Ph.D., BCBA (University of Houston, Clear Lake)
  
  
• Intensive Early Behavioral Intervention and Brain Development.
  Travis Thompson, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)
  
  
• Discussion and Audience Q & A
  Craig H. Kennedy, Ph.D., BCBA (Vanderbilt University) 

Afternoon session
Chair: William L. Heward, Ed.D., BCBA (The Ohio State University)

• Augmentative Communication Strategies with Children with Autism and Severe Disability.
  Joe Reichle, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)
  
  
• A Standardized Approach for Individualizing School-Based Interventions for the Challenging Behaviors of Students with Autism.
  Glen Dunlap, Ph.D. (University of South Florida)
  
  
• Identifying Effective and Preferred Behavior-Change Programs: A Case for the Objective Measurement of Social Validity.
  Gregory P. Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA (Western New England College)
  
  
• Discussion and Audience Q & A
  Dorothea C. Lerman, Ph.D., BCBA (University of Houston, Clear Lake)
  

Evening

• Poster Session 2
  

Sunday January 24, 2010
Morning session
Chair: Travis Thompson, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)

• The Science and Practice of Discrete-Trial Training: Why Some Teaching Procedures Are More Effective Than Others.
  Kathryn Saunders, Ph.D., (University of Kansas)
  
  
• Assessment and Treatment of Feeding Problems in Autism.
  Cathleen C. Piazza, Ph.D., (Munroe-Meyer Institute)
  
  
• Interaction of Health Conditions and Environmental Factors in Challenging Behavior in Autism.
  Craig H. Kennedy, Ph.D., BCBA (Vanderbilt University)
  
  
• Discussion, Audience Q & A, and Closing Remarks
  Gregory P. Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA (Western New England College) and Travis Thompson, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)
  

For questions or assistance, please contact  convention@abainternational.org.

Association for Behavior Analysis International
550 West Centre Ave, Suite 1
Portage, MI 49024
Phone: 269-492-9310
Fax: 269-492-9316
http://www.abainternational.org

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EVENT: ClickerExpo is Coming to Portland, OR in January

The December issue of the TAGteach newsletter highlights that ClickerExpo 2010 is coming to Portland, Oregon

January 29-31, 2010
Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
Portland – Lloyd Center
1000 NE Multnomah Street
Portland, Oregon 97232 USA

While the focus is on the use of clicker-training and positive reinforcement based shaping for dogs and other animals, the program also shows that there will be some principles-based workshops, and presentations by

• Karen Pryor (Don't Shoot the Dog: The New Art of Teaching and Training, and Reaching the Animal Mind),  
• Julie S. Vargas, Ph.D. (B.F. Skinner's daughter, former professor at the University of West Virginia, and author of the newly published text, Behavior Analysis for Effective Teaching),  
• Jose Rosales-Ruiz Ph.D. Associate Professor of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas, and 
• others whose knowledge of behavioral principles and application extends beyond the animal kingdom.

Teresa McKeon of TAGteach will be giving an introductory workshop as one of the sessions.

For details on ClickerExpo and presentations, please see the website.

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ANNOUNCE: CalABA Announces 2010 Conference Speakers and Events

28th Annual CalABA Conference · Feb. 18 - 20, 2010
Hyatt Regency, Irvine, CA

- Conference preview: Keynote and invited addresses - Conference advertising & exhibits. Deadline: Dec. 18, 2009 - Student researchers: 2010 Julie Vargas Award. Deadline: Dec. 1 - Graduate students: 2010 Skinner Foundation Research Award. Deadline: Dec. 1 - Fall 2009 CalABA newsletter available online

Conference preview. This year's CalABA conference will again feature a number of invited addresses and workshops by renowned speakers, including several from the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) (see below). KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Howard Goldstein, PhD, CCC-SLP. Ohio State University Identifying Evidence-Based Practices: Consumer Reports Evaluation of Autism Interventions Edward K. Morris, PhD. University of Kansas The Gernsbacher Lectures: Cut Aways, Outtakes, and Bloopers - and Essentialism OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTOR ADDRESS John A. Nevin, PhD. University of New Hampshire Behavioral Momentum: Equations and Applications GLENDA VITTIMBERGA MEMORIAL LECTURE Stephanie M. Peterson, PhD, BCBA-D. Western Michigan University Concurrent Schedules of Reinforcement During Stimulus Fading Intervention INVITED SPEAKERS Invited Addresses Autism Thomas S. Higbee, PhD, BCBA-D, Utah State University Using Script Fading to Promote Spontaneous Language in Children with Autism and Related Disorders Developmental Disabilities Richard G. Smith, PhD, BCBA-D, University of North Texas Assessing Behavior Disorders: Alternatives to Standard Functional Analysis Procedures Experimental David Pierce, PhD, University of Alberta Activity Anorexia: Participation of Neuroendocrine Responses in Food-related Behavioral Contingencies Human Development & Gerontology Patrick C. Friman, PhD, Boys Town Using Applied Behavior Analysis to Address Problems of Mainstream, Everyday Life Organizational Behavior Management Judy L. Agnew, PhD, Aubrey Daniels International Ensuring Effective Treatment: Lessons Learned from Business Applications of Behavior Analysis Professional, Ethical, & Legal Issues Jerry Shook, PhD, BCBA-D, Behavior Analyst Certification Board Professional Developments in the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Jim Johnston, PhD, BCBA-D, Auburn University Issues in Credentialing Professionals in Applied Behavior Analysis Verbal Behavior David Palmer, PhD, Smith College Future Directions in the Analysis of Verbal Behavior Other Jesús Rosales-Ruiz, PhD, University of North Texas From Fierce or Fearful to Friendly: A Shaping Program for Dogs, Cats, and Beyond Invited Workshops (Sat. only) Autism Thomas S. Higbee, PhD, BCBA-D, Utah State University Using Activity Schedules to Promote Appropriate Independent and Interactive Play Skills for Children with Autism Clinical/Medical Michael P. Mozzoni, PhD, BCBA-D, Learning Services NeuroBehavioral Institute Behavioral Methods and Strategies for Working with Neurologically Impaired Adults Education Lloyd Peterson, PhD & Stephanie Peterson, PhD, BCBA-D Sam Houston State University and Western Michigan University Making the Most of Teachable Moments: A Paradigm Shift APBA Co-conference Addresses Linda A. LeBlanc, PhD, BCBA-D, Auburn University Teaching Children with Autism Using Naturalistic Teaching Strategies Coleen Sparkman, MA, CCC-SLP, Kendall School/Therapeutic Pathways Back to Basics: Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Own Business or Going to Work for an Agency Panel Discussions Gina Green, PhD, BCBA-D, Association of Professional Behavior Analysts Jerry Shook, PhD, BCBA-D, Behavior Analyst Certification Board Jane S. Howard, PhD, BCBA-D, CalABA Public Policy Committee James C. Gross, JD, Nielsen, Merksamer, Parrinello, Mueller, & Naylor, LLP Advocating for Public Policies to Support Behavior Analysis Jim Johnston, PhD, BCBA-D, Auburn University Gina Green, PhD, BCBA-D, Association of Professional Behavior Analysts Ethan Long, PhD, BCBA-D, The Bay School Janet Yi, MS, BCBA, JBA Institute Everyday Ethical Challenges for Professional Behavior Analysts Workshops (Sat. only) Gina Green, PhD, BCBA-D, Association of Professional Behavior Analysts Obtaining Health Insurance Coverage of ABA Intervention for Autism Jose D. Rios, MS, BCBA, Private practice Writing, Implementing, and Evaluating Effective and Ethical Behavior Intervention Plans Conference advertising and exhibits. Take advantage of the many sponsorship and advertising opportunities while helping to ensure the success of our 2010 conference! For more information and to download an application, see our Sponsorship and Advertising page. Students.   Submit your research projects now for the Julie Vargas Award and the B. F. Skinner Foundation Research Award. The Dec. 1 deadline is just around the corner! Conference hotel reservations. Our hotel room block is filling up quickly, so make your room reservations early. Make your reservations online and automatically receive the special conference rate. For more information see our Travel & Hotel page. One-page flyer and conference logos. Help us spread the word about our 2010 conference! Print out our PDF single-page flyer to post at your schools and offices, and display our conference logos on your websites. Look for the "Marketing Items" link in the conference menu on the left at calaba.org. Thank you! Fall 2009 CalABA newsletter.  See this latest edition of our newsletter "Focal Point" for news from California's flagship behavior analysis organization, and visit our newsletter page for an archive of past issues. We look forward to seeing you at the conference!

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Eugene, OR: Association for Direct Instruction announces dates for National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes

The Association for Direct Instruction announces the upcoming Annual National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes to be held in Eugene, Oregon.

The Association for Direct Instruction (ADI) is pleased to announce that the 36th (yes 36 years) Annual National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes will be held

July 25-29, 2010,
in Eugene, Oregon,
at the Hilton Eugene and Conference Center.

The featured Keynote speaker will be noted DI consultant Carolyn Schneider. Carolyn has a long history with and was inducted into the Direct Instruction Hall of Fame in 2001.  Over the past 35 years she has trained and coached thousands of teachers and administrators, as well as serving as a lead consultant trainer for SRA. 

Zig Engelmann will also present an opening address.

Along with main line program training, there are sessions on Classroom Management, Coaching, RTI, DIBELS, Administrator training and much more.  A brochure will be available in early January.

The Eugene Hilton is ready to take your hotel reservation now.  Room rates start at $137.00.  Contact them at 1.541.342.2000 and reserve your room today.

Plan on attending the largest, longest running conference designed specifically for Direct Instruction users!

I hope to see you in Eugene this summer!

Bryan

Bryan Wickman,
Executive Director
Association for Direct Instruction
PO Box 10252
Eugene, OR   97440
1.800.995.2464 voice
1.541.868.1397 fax
www.adihome.org

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EVENT: July 19-23, 2009 Eugene, OR: 35th National Direct Instruction Conference

The Association for Direct Instruction presents the
35th Annual National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes
Hilton Eugene Hotel and Conference Center
Eugene, Oregon, July 19-23, 2009

Special Keynote Speakers
Dr. William Heward
Professor Emeritus, The Ohio State University,
Past-President of the Association for Behavior Analysis International
"Ten Faulty Notions about Teaching and Learning That Hinder
the Effectiveness of Education"
&
Siegfried Engelmann
Senior Developer of Direct Instruction Programs
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There are sessions designed for

• Teachers of General and Special Education
• Paraprofessionals
• Administrators
• Literacy Coaches
• Reading First Coaches
• Mentor Teachers
• Staff Development Leaders
• Behavior Management Specialists
  

There are several new sessions this year, including one aimed at serving the needs of those
who provide service to Autism Spectrum Learners. Participants in this session, as well as
several others, are eligible to receive BACB continuing education credits
(see Conference brochure for full information).

FOR FULL INFORMATION ON THE CONFERENCE AND REGISTRATION
The Association for Direct Instruction.

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