About The Hosts

Bilinguals Inc. / Achieve Beyond

Phone: 212-684-0099 info@bilingualsinc.com

60 Madison Avenue, 8th Fl. New York, NY 10010

Bilinguals Inc. / Achieve Beyond was founded by Dr. Trudy Font-Padron, Ph.D in 1995. Bilinguals Inc. / Achieve Beyond is dedicated to providing quality autism and behavioral services from birth through age 21 in home, community and clinics nationwide. Bilinguals Inc. / Achieve Beyonds goal is for each child to be successful in attaining his or her communicative, academic, adaptive and social goals by creating a program designed to meet their unique needs. All of their ABA therapists have completed a rigorous training program. In addition, they receive ongoing training and clinical support by a team of full time Board Certi ed Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) with over 100 years of combined experience in the eld of ABA specializing in ASD . Find out more online at http://www.bilingualsinc.com
Association For Science In Autism Treatment (ASAT)

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BILINGUALS INC. ACHIEVE BEYOND

BILINGUALS INC. ACHIEVE BEYOND

science & technology:

driving autism intervention
Improving Observational Learning Skills in Children with Autism

KEYNOTE

ASAT is a not-for-pro t organization of parents and professionals committed to improving the education, treatment, and care of people with autism. Since autism was rst identi ed, there has been a long history of failed treatments and fads, levied on vulnerable individuals as well as on their families. From the scandal of the refrigerator mother theory, to the ongoing parade of miracle cures and magical breakthroughs, history has been dominated by improbable theories about causation and treatments. Since ASAT was established in 1998, it has been our goal to work toward adopting higher standards of accountability for the care, education and treatment of all individuals with autism. Find Out More Online at http://www.asatonline.org
For Further Information Email: workshops@bilingualsinc.com Phone: 212-684-0099 ext. 166 Online: http://www.bilingualsinc.com

Executive Director of Alpine Learning Group ASAT Board Member

Dr. Bridget Taylor

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Baruch College
William & Anita Newman Conference Center Room H750 & Faculty Lounge

151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor New York, NY 10010

5.5 CEUs Available for BCBAs

A portion of the proceeds from this conference will bene t ASAT, a 501(c)(3)non-pro t organization

BILINGUALS INC. ACHIEVE BEYOND

science & technology: driving autism intervention

SCHEDULE
8:00 am - 8:45 am 8:45 am - 9:00 am 9:00 am - 10:30 am Registration / Breakfast Opening Remarks Keynote Address by Dr. Bridget Taylor, Improving Observational Learning Skills in Children with Autism Technology and Learning: Developing Innovative Teaching Methods For Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders Presented By: Mary E. McDonald, Ph.D., BCBA-D (Vice President of ASAT) Lunch (On Your Own) Using the Principles of Science in Everyday Educational Practices with Young Children with Autism Presented By: Daniel W. Mruzek, Ph.D., BCBA-D, (ASAT Board Member) Panel Discussion: Providing Quality Supervision Moderator: Ruth Donlin, MS (ASAT Board Member) Gina Feliciano, Ph.D, SAS, BCBA-D (Clinical Director of Bilinguals Inc.) Mary E. McDonald, Ph.D., BCBA-D Daniel W. Mruzek, Ph.D., BCBA-D
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Speaker Biographies PRESENTATIONS

Improving Observational Learning Skills in Children with Autism - Bridget Taylor Psy.D., BCBA-D (ASAT Board Member)

REGISTER

It is commonly recognized that children with autism present with signi cant de cits in imitation and observational learning. Most contemporary curricula for children with autism incorporate instruction in a variety of imitative response topographies. Less common in applied research and practice, however, are procedures to ensure that children with autism learn to acquire novel responses through observational learning. This presentation will outline instructional programs that move beyond direct imitation to the skills essential for observational learning. Speci c procedures to increase observational learning in children with autism across a variety of responses will be reviewed.
Technology and Learning: Developing Innovative Teaching Methods for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders Mary E. McDonald, Ph.D., BCBA-D (ASAT Vice President)

science & technology: driving autism intervention

Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 Baruch College (CUNY) - New York, NY 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Keynote Address by Dr. Bridget Taylor
Qty. _____ $150 All Attendees ($125 for groups of 10 or more) Non-Refundable after 3/27/12 $35 Returned Check Fee Vendor Tables (Limited & Subject to Approval) $100 NonProfit Rate $200 ForProfit Rate Total $__________ Method of Payment: CHECK VISA MC AMEX Account #_________________________________________ Expiration: _______ Security Code ________ Checks Payable to: Bilinguals Inc. 60 Madison Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10010 Name(s):_________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Address:_________________________________________ ________________________________________________ City:_____________________________________________ State:_________ Zip:_______________________________ Email:_________________________________________ Phone:_________________________________________

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

The workshop will provide information on a variety of technology-based instructional methods that can be used to teach skills to individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Speci c areas as they pertain to skill development will include use of iTouch, iPad, video technology and tactile prompts. A variety of other technology-based tools will be discussed and depicted through video. Speci c areas of learning will focus on promoting independence, vocational skills, e ective communication and social skills. The future applications of technology for those with ASD will be explored as well.
Using the Principles of Science in Everyday Educational Practices with Young Children with Autism Daniel W. Mruzek, Ph.D., BCBA-D (ASAT Board Member)

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

In a eld lled with countless intervention options, how do we know if any one intervention is helpful for a particular child? This presentation will use real-life case examples to describe how educators and parents can use key principles of science to inform decisions regarding intervention in young children with autism. Emphasis will be placed on consideration of interventions typically applied in the school and therapy settings (e.g., instructional supports, responses to behavioral challenges, therapies) and how deliberate use of the scienti c method can be used as part of a team approach to promoting best practices in intervention with young children with autism.
5.5 CEUs Available for BCBAs (Included in Admission Price) Participants will receive a signed submission form at the conference

For Further Information & To Register Visit: http://www.bilingualsinc.com

Upcoming CEU Workshop

Behavioral Speech Techniques: Speech and ABA Perfect Together! (2 BCBA Type II CEUs Upon Completion) May 8th, 2012 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 60 Madison Avenue, 8th Floor New York, NY 10010 Find More Information and Register Online at: http://www.bilingualsinc.com

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