FW: August ABA/VB Workshop in Iowa

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From: Higinbotham <maryhig@...>

Schramm <knospeaba_robert@...>

Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2009 10:50:54 PM

Subject: RE: Iowa Workshop in Aug,

Autism Consultants

Presents: Schramm, MA, BCBA

Program:Introductory ABA/VB workshop " Be a child's/student’s best teacher "

A workshop

By

Schramm, MA, BCBA

August 4th-5th, 2009

Davenport, Iowa

About This Workshop:

This is not a typical workshop designed to merely explain what ABA with Verbal

Behavior is. This workshop introduces many of the major principles of ABA/VB

offering information that will allow those in attendance to begin thinking about

the behavior choices of their children with (and without) autism in more

productive and successful ways. (Note: ABA is a scientific approach to assessing

behavior and can only be conducted by trained individuals under the guidance of

a qualified behavior analyst).

Day One: The principles of ABA/VB

1. What is Autism

2. ABA = Good Teaching

3. Knospe-ABA Teaching Philosophy

4. Our Qualifications and training

5. Why you need to “Be Your Child’s Best Teacher†(video)

6. The History of ABA and Verbal Behavior

7. The importance of individuality (learning about the ABLLS)

8. The ABC Paradigm (the basics of Behavior)

9. Reinforcement vs. Punishment

10. Earning Instructional Control (Videos)

11. Capturing and creating motivation to learn (Video)

12. Discrete Trial Teaching Format

13. Watch the progress of children in ABA/VB programs (Video)

Day Two: The teaching Strategies of ABA/VB

1. What is Verbal Behavior?

2. The Nine Categories of Language

3. Three types of Teaching (video)

4. Intensive teaching strategies (videos)

5. Prompting and Fading

6. Teaching children to echo sounds (video)

7. Teaching children to talk (videos)

8. Sign Language (video)

9. Verbal Imitation (Video)

10. Beginning Mands (Requests) (video)

11. Common teaching mistakes to avoid

12. Understanding Behavior

13. Using a teaching arc and mini-consequences (video)

14. Can you do this? (video)

15. What you can do right now

About the Presenter

" We help parents and teachers to help children! "

Knospe-ABA (pronounced Kenosspuh-ABA) is the home of Germany’s first " Board

Certified Behavior Analyst. " American born and educated, Schramm, MA,

BCBA, has lived in Los Angeles, California and worked with children since 1991

turning his focus to autism in 1997. Since 2004, has been living in

Germany and offering workshop, consultation and education services to families

of children with autism, asperger’s and other related disorders in Europe.

's team of consultants (led by his wife Nadine) has been responsible for

the behavioral education of over 250 children in Germany and its surrounding

countries. In addition to family geared workshops, Knospe-ABA offers in-house

workshops and trainings on ABA/VB to schools, autism centers and other

institutions interested in learning more about Applied Behavior Analysis and

Verbal Behavior.

“We teach the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Verbal Behavior

(VB) to parents, teachers, therapists, and psychologists who want to give

children with autism the best possible environment in which to live and

learn.â€

" Educate Toward Recovery: Turning the Tables on Autism " is commonly

the first book recommended to others by its readers. Specifically

written to share the benefits of the most modern and advanced

procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis, " ETR " offers a clear and

well-developed insight into the " how " and " why " a child with autism

is best served by the Verbal Behavior approach to ABA. Do not let

the name fool you. Educate Toward Recovery does not suggest that the

concept of recovery is attainable for every child or even necessary

for a child's happiness. However, it does discuss what recovery is

(as opposed to the term " cure " ) and why certain procedures common in

traditional ABA programs might be teaching a child discrete skills

but not necessarily teaching him in the direction of recovery.

Although extremely beneficial for professionals as well, parents are

the true winners when it comes to the information of this book. ETR

is overflowing with real world examples of how you can better

understand your child while teaching him to better understand the

social world. A child's interactions are never neutral. They are

learning experiences that either teach him closer to or farther away

from the concept of recovery. Understanding the principles of ABA

and the procedural recommend actions of Verbal Behavior can quickly

allow you to turn the table on autism's effects. Through Chapters

dealing with The Possible Purposes of Behavior, Increasing Positive

Behavior Choices while Decreasing Problem Behavior, Teaching

the " Control Child " , The Ins and Outs of the Discrete Trial Teaching

Method, Teaching with Motivation, The Benefits of Errorless

Learning, Natural Environment Teaching, Teaching Non-verbal Children

to Speak, Increasing Functional Language, Toilet Training, ABA/VB

and the Public School System, The Ethics of ABA, How to Become your

Child's True Expert, and much, much, more, ETR can teach you how to

guide your child's education with the use of commonly accepted,

scientifically validated, principles and procedures. For anyone

considering ABA or wondering if they should upgrade their current

ABA program to incorporate the Verbal Behavior approach, Educate

Toward Recovery is an invaluable source of information and insight.

's Two Day Intensive Introductory ABA/VB Workshop offers many

of the same topics of the book with more than 20 video

demonstrations of the principles and recommendations in action. The

value of this two-day Introductory workshop comes from its ability

to take the work of ABA/VB pioneers like Partington, Sundberg, and

Carbone, and help make them more understandable and practical for

the parent, therapist, school teacher or other Special Ed.

Professionals working and caring for children with Autistic Spectrum

Disorder.

See what parents and professionals are saying about ABA/VB, Educate

Toward Recovery, and Schramm.

Michele L. , M.A.,BCBA - Director: Behavior

Consulting Inc. ( http://www.andersonbehaviorconsulting.com)

" In writing " ETR " , has developed an important book for the

future of Verbal Behavior and ABA. This book provides an educational

window into VB that allows any reader to have a deep understanding

how it should be used in programming for children with autism. I

personally have used 's book in my own Behavior Consultation

Practice and suggest it as reading to all my clients, and

employees. " ETR " is a wonderful contribution to the VB/ABA

literature and a step forward for promotion of VB Programs world-wide. Thank you

for this incredible book! "

jeanne Schwartz, MS, SLP, TSHH, BCBA - Licensed Speech-Language

Pathologist (jeanneSchwartz @hotmail. com)

" You are so easy to understand that I can gear the training to any

audience... Thank you for putting what I do every day for the past 6

years (since learning about skinner's analysis of verbal behavior)

into every day plain English for all to finally better understand!

Womack (Parent)

" I have not only read 's book but have the opportunity to be

educated about Verbal Behavior by himself... VB was tiring at

first, but the absolute best thing we ever implemented. The art of

pairing and using reinforcers to gain attention and instructional

control is genius and yet soooooo very simple. I am constantly

amazed... My child actually brings me items without prompts, so that

we can " work " .

Cherish Twigg, MS, BCBA and Holly Kibbe, MS, BCBA - CEO and COO of

Establishing Operations Inc. - (www.establishingoperationsinc. com)

" Schramm has written a book that is a must read for parents,

therapists, and teachers of children with autism. This book is

clear, heartfelt, informative, and provides behavioral terminology

in a way that is applicable and easy to understand. He has

beautifully explained Applied Behavior Analysis as an effective,

scientifically validated treatment for autism. 's book offers

realistic hope in a world where it is needed most. We personally

recommend this book to every parent or educator of a child in need. "

Reg Reynolds, Ph.D., C.Psych

" This is the best book on the Verbal Behavior approach to ABA that I

have seen. If I was going to recommend only one book to either the

parents of a child with autism or to anyone who is trying to help a

child with autism, this is the book that I would recommend. It has a

lot of important information that I wouldn't expect to find anywhere

else. I would give it five stars out of five. "

Childerston, MA (Montessori teacher and autism instructor)

Like so many professionals committed to children with autism and

their families, this author and professional truly walks on the side

of angels. "

Cost: Early registration $150 per participant – groups of 4 or more $135 each

Late registration (Received after July 20): $175

**If you have any questions at all regarding the workshop please call

at 563-343-9874**

Location:

Bettendorf Library

2900 Learning Campus Drive

Bettendorf, Iowa 52722

Dates: August 4th & 5th, 2009

Registration and Coffee: 8:00a.m. -- 8:30a.m.

Morning session: 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m.

Lunch: 12:00p.m. – 1:00p.m. (On your own)

Afternoon Session: 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.

To register for the workshop, please complete the following form, detach, and

mail it with workshop fee to the Autism Consultants address listed below.

Autism Consultants

2303 W. 3rd St.

Davenport, IA 52802

Hotel Information:

*The Lodge, Bettendorf hotel and conference center

Online registration www.lodgehotel.comor call 563-359-7141 toll free

registration at 866-690-4006

Cost is $72.00+tax

Cut off date is 7/3/2009

900 Spruce Hills Drive

Bettendorf, Iowa 52722-1698

*Ramada

3020 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf, Iowa 5

Tel 563-355-7575/fax 563-542-1052

www.ramadabettendorf.com

$76.49 Group rate

Call to reserve hotel room, in order to get group discount, ask for Autism

Workshop.

Registration Form:

Name: ______________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________________

Number of Participants:

1_____________________________________________________________________

2_____________________________________________________________________

3_____________________________________________________________________

4_____________________________________________________________________

(groups of 4 or more discounted-$135 each)

Total Amount Enclosed: $__________________

Email: _______________________________________________________

Signature:____________________________________________________

**If you have any questions at all regarding the workshop please call

at 563-343-9874**

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Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2009 13:39:59 -0700

From: knospeaba_robert@...

Subject: Re: Chicago Workshop in July

maryhig@...

oops. Forgot to attache the link

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Schramm, MA, BCBA

Author of Educate Toward Recovery:

Turning the Tables on Autism

www.lulu.com/knospe-aba

www.knospe-aba.com

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" There is no greater testament to character than

the selfless act designed to go unnoticed "

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From: Higinbotham <maryhig@...>

Schramm <knospeaba_robert@...>

Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2009 7:15:32 PM

Subject: RE: Chicago Workshop in July

: Yes our registration is low...this despite four months of sending out

emails to school districts state-wide and care facilities. Just sent out word

to the 10 BCBAs in the state to have them move the information forward. Have

been networking with parent groups in this area as well acrossed the river from

us. So thus far through these efforts we have 14 people.

Haven't posted anything on the Me-list or the DTT/NET list as of this date. If

you shoot me the email addresses for these as well as others I will post

something. Any other suggestion would be appreciated. Will try to call tomorrow

afternoon if that is possible.

Thanks.

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Date: Tue, 7 Jul 2009 11:56:04 -0700

From: knospeaba_robert@...

Subject: Re: Chicago Workshop in July

maryhig@...

Hi ,

I am sorry to hear that your registration is low. Do you have a website set up

for people to find you? I have not seen any advertisement on any of the

National listserves of which I am a member. Have you contacted your local FEAT

chapter or other local parent network groups? Have you gone through the BACB

website and emailed all the local (Statewide) BCBA's about the workshop and

forwarded them a flyer to share with their clients or therapists? Do you have a

flyer .pdf that I can make available? Let me know what you have done so far so

I can help you hit more people.

_________________________________

Schramm, MA, BCBA

Author of Educate Toward Recovery:

Turning the Tables on Autism

www.lulu.com/knospe-aba

www.knospe-aba.com

_________________________________

" There is no greater testament to character than

the selfless act designed to go unnoticed "

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From: Higinbotham <maryhig@...>

Schramm <knospeaba_robert@...>

Sent: Tuesday, July 7, 2009 6:44:37 AM

Subject: RE: Chicago Workshop in July

: Thanks for the email. Have been wondering about you. My registration

is extremely low right now, but we have 5 weeks to go. So if you can spread the

word on it as well, I would appreciate it greatly. Will have the address of the

Library as well as the Hotel for you in the morning.

Thanks.

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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 10:19:28 -0700

From: knospeaba_robert@...

Subject: Re: Chicago Workshop in July

sharonwatts5@...; maryhig@...

Hi Sharon, (and )

How are you? I just looked back through my inbox and I cannot find the email

you (Sharon) are talking about.

How is the registration going? I put some time and effort into publicity after

you (Sharon) told me about the slow start. I am hoping it is paying off. I

know I have had at least 4 or 5 people come back to me asking for info and I

have forwarded your flyer.

The audio/video needs are pretty basic. I will have a laptop with me. All I

will need to go with that are

An LCD projector and Screen large enough for the room.

Some form of sound amplification that I can plug into my laptop

And if the room is large enough with enough people, I might need a microphone

(handless, something that I can wear on my lapel or like a headset.

Other than that, just the workbooks.

I will be bringing copies of my book for sale as well at reduced rates.

If there are any other questions or if you need any further clarification you

can email me and to be sure we can connect, my phone number is (310) 469-2070

(we are currently in California about 2 hours behind you). Call anytime with

any questions.

Oh, and I will need event location information from both of you. I am planning

on having a GPS. So, an address with Zip code should be enough.

Hope all is well. I am looking forward to seeing you both soon.

_________________________________

Schramm, MA, BCBA

Author of Educate Toward Recovery:

Turning the Tables on Autism

www.lulu.com/knospe-aba

www.knospe-aba.com

_________________________________

" There is no greater testament to character than

the selfless act designed to go unnoticed "

________________________________

From: Sharon Watts <sharonwatts5@...>

Schramm <knospeaba_robert@...>

Sent: Monday, July 6, 2009 6:48:36 PM

Subject: Chicago Workshop in July

Hi , I e-mailed you last week - sorry to bug you again but the people

helping me organize the workshop need to know what kind of audiovisual equipment

you will need and if you have any other requests. Thanks, Sharon Watts

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