Monday, April 26, 2010

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.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Call for papers: International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy

The International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy is soliciting manuscripts.

The International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy (IJBCT), an open access peer-reviewed journal entering its sixth year of publication. The IJBCT is currently expanding its mission to articles with an emphasis on clinical behavior analysis, and is especially interested in discussions and empirical articles devoted to third wave behavior therapy. We are interested in new and old approaches to most problems requiring intervention; with the mindfulness-based or related interventions becoming more prevalent, IJBCT has an interest in articles examining Buddhist or Zen practices and applications in the treatment of disorders.

Future goals are to add a print on-demand this year, moving to an on-line and print format.

Our editorial board includes many of the most distinguished scholars and practitioners in the field today.

Please send articles to Jack Apsche 




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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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Monday, April 12, 2010

FYI: Oregon Insurance Division issues statement on initial implementations of Federal Health Reform

The Oregon Insurance Division has set up a webpage which discusses some of the initial Federal health care reforms and what they mean to Oregonians.

Federal Reform and Health Insurance in Oregon
April 2010

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.


Saturday, April 10, 2010

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.

Monday, April 5, 2010

Oregon Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority series of statewide public forums:

Oregon Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority has announced a series of statewide public forums to which participation and comment are welcomed -
You are encouraged to share ideas about local needs and priorities for the 2011–2013 budget and beyond. What are the priorities for your community? Take part in conversations about how to protect and empower children, families, seniors and people with disabilities. Get involved with OHA's work to build a healthier Oregon by lowering health care costs, increasing access, and improving quality of care.
If you can't attend the forums, send your ideas to dhs.oha@state.or.us.
Pendleton: Thursday, April 15 at 1:00PM 
DHS Office - 1555 Southgate Place. Teleconference from Baker City, Burns, Hermiston, John Day, La Grande or Ontario. Visit the DHS Website for details.

Salem: Monday, April 19 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Cascade Hall, Oregon State Fairgrounds - 2330 17th St. NE

Portland: Wednesday, April 21 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Oregon Convention Center - 777 NE Martin Luther King Blvd.

Redmond: Thursday, May 6 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center / Three Sisters Conference Center - 3800 SE Airport Way

Eugene: Wednesday, May 12 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Lane Community College - Center for Meeting & Learning 4000 SE 30th Ave.

Medford: Thursday, May 13 from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Rogue Regency Hotel - 2300 Biddle Road

Newport: Tuesday, May 18 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Best Western Agate Beach Inn - 3019 N. Coast Hwy.

For more information: 2010 Community Forums

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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.
 

Friday, April 2, 2010

Yale Child Center autism course online in open access

The Yale Child Study Center has recently made their undergraduate seminar course on autism available to the public online at no cost.



This is the same course that has been available to Yale University students. Presentations include .pdf handouts to accompany. If the videos are viewed on YouTube, there is the option of close captioning and possibly translation.









These seminars may be of interest and value as a general overview of the various areas of research and application involved in the autism spectrum disorders.


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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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