Dr. Partington workshop in Nebraska

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Dr. Partington will be presenting two workshops in Omaha, Nebraska,

November 22-23. Registrations are still being accepted for either or both of

his workshops..

Friday, November 22

Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities.

This workshop provides an overview of B.F. Skinner's analysis of language and

reviews the primary types of verbal operants. Participants will learn how to

assess a child's language abilities as well as designing and implementing an

appropriate language intervention program. There will be a major emphasis on

identifying methods to enhance and utilize motivational variables

(establishing operations) to teach language in both structured teaching

sessions and in daily activities.

Saturday, November 23

The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (The ABLLS).

A workshop for participants interested in using the ABLLS to analyze and

track learner skills and develop a comprehensive language-based curriculum

for children with autism or other developmental disabilities.

Location:

Doubletree Hotel Omaha Downtown

1616 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68102

800/222-TREE or 402/346-7600

Cost:

Novemeber 22, $140 (includes the book, Teaching Language to Children with

Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities; $40 credit without book)

November 23, $165 ( includes the ABLLS Introductory book set; $65 credit

without book)

Visit www.behavioranalysts.com for additional details and registration

information. Or contact Behavior Analysts, Inc., at 925/2109370x100