Workshop Session Descriptions
| Conducting a VB-MAPP Language Assessment and Designing an Intervention Program Based on the Results | |
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This workshop will describe how to use the VB-MAPP (the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) to assess an individual child's language and social skills, as well as identifying potential barriers that may inhibit the child's development. The VB-MAPP is derived from behavior analysis, B.F. Skinner analysis of verbal behavior, and the developmental milestones of typical children. The workshop will also focus on how to set up an individualized language and social skills intervention program based on the results of a VB-MAPP assessment. Additional topics discussed over the course of the workshop will include how to use a child's strengths to develop skills in other areas, a model for parent training, writing IEP goals, data collection, addressing behavior problems, choosing augmentative communication systems, and transition to a less restrictive environment.
6 CE Credits for Psychologists for full-day attendance |
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| Lifelong Success with Autism through improving Communication, Understanding the Hidden Curriculum, and Obtaining Meaningful Employment: An Inside View | |
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Join Stephen in his autobiographical journey from the nonverbal days as he relates his life to the many challenges facing people on the autism spectrum. Some of the areas discussed include socially-based classroom accommodations, teaching of musical instruments, as well as issues faced by adults such as relationships, self-advocacy, higher education, and employment. Particular focus will be on the importance of developing competence in communication, social interaction, and finding meaningful employment. This interactive session will involve working through case studies and an audience activity demonstrating what it feels like have autism and to struggle through some of the challenges surrounding communication and socialization. Diagnosed with "Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies" and "too sick" for outpatient treatment Dr. Shore was recommended for institutionalization. Nonverbal until four, and with much support from his parents, teachers, wife, and others, Stephen is now a professor at Adelphi University where his research focuses on matching best practice to the needs of people with autism. In addition to working with children and tallcing about life on the autism spectrum, Stephen presents and consults internationally on adult issues pertinent to education, relationships, employment, advocacy, and disclosure as discussed in his books Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Ask and Tell: Self-advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum, and the critically acclaimed Understanding Autism for Dummies.
Dr. Shore serves in the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee, and for the Board of Directors for Autism Society of
America Unlocking Autism, and other autism related organizations
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| Development of social communication skills in autism: Assessment and Intervention | |
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Objectives
In this session, the major domains of the communication system will be defined. Developmental sequences of development within these domains will be discussed. A description of major assessment tools and procedures for assessing communication functioning in children with autism will be presented. Intervention strategies for addressing communication impairments associated with autism will be described. Videotapes will be used to illustrate many of the concepts presented
6 CE Credits for Psychologists for full-day attendance
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