Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 Teaching Language to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities A Two day workshop presented by: Carl T. Sundberg, Ph.D. Behavior Analyst March 5 – 6, 2004 Holiday Inn Pittsburgh Airport 8256 University Boulevard Corapolis, PA 15108-2591 412-262-3600 The workshop will describe the behavioral approach to teaching functional communication skills to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The behavioral approach is based on B.F. Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior and the research and clinical application by Jack , Mark Sundberg, Partington, Vince Carbone, McGreevy, and others. The workshop presenter will cover topics which include: • Capitalizing on the child’s motivation to keep learning fun • Creating a language-based environment • Assessing the child’s primary language deficits and needs • Determining if and what type of augmentative communication system is necessary (e.g., PECS, sign language) • Teaching new skills using discrete trials • Conducting training in the natural environment • Using prompting, fading, and shaping techniques to bring about new behaviors • Teaching beginning skills • Teaching advanced skills • Data collection systems • Session management The workshop will consist of lecture and video presentations. If you would like a brochure e-mail ABA_Workshops@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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