Working Together Collaborative Autism Conference - 3/30 & 3/31 -NYC

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In a collaborative effort to disseminate accurate and useful information about the provision of effective education services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, Alpine Learning Group, Connecticut Center for Child Development, Eden II Programs and Nassau-Suffolk Services for Autism have joined together again to host their 4th annual conference entitled, "WORKING TOGETHER: SYSTEMS AND STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING OUTCOMES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS" to be held at the New York Academy of Medicine on March 30 & 31, 2006. The conference will draw on the expertise of prominent researchers and practitioners in the field of autism and will cover a wide variety of topics.

For further information, to receive the conference brochure, be added to our mailing list, or inquire about sponsorship, journal advertising and exhibit/vending information, please contact Marissa , Conference Coordinator, at 516-937-1397 X217. The conference brochure can also be viewed online at www.eden2.org. CEUs for SLPs, BCBAs, and BACBAs will be offered.

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PRE-CONFERENCE WORSHOPS - Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Workshop A – Challenging Behavior: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention

WorkShop B – Developing a Successful Inclusion Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

CONFERENCE AGENDA – Friday, March 31, 2006 – 9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Keynote Presentation: Does Behavioral Intervention for Autism Change the Brain?

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Breakout Session 1:

Creative Ways to Find Potential Reinforcers in the Existing Environment

Promoting Independence in the Classroom: The Use of Low and High Tech Schedules for Children with Autism

Creative Solutions and Effective Educational Strategies

Promoting Initiations and Social Use of Language in Children with Autism

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. LUNCH (provided)

1:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Breakout Session 2:

Developing Functional Curriculum for Successful Community Integration

Coping with Autism – Parent Strategies for Everyday Life

Augmentative Communication Devices: Creating Opportunities for Children with Autism

Starting the First Charter School in New York for Children with Autism: An Early Report for the Front Lines

2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Breakout Session 3:

9. Improving Joint Attention and Social Interaction of Children with Autism

10. Transition Planning: Preparing for the Adult Years

11. Training for Independence

12. The Use of Video and Computer Technology with Individuals with Autism

Conference Fees:

Postmarked on or before 3/10/06:

$85 – Pre-Conference Workshop

$135 - Conference

$220 – Pre-Conference Workshop & Conference

Postmarked after 3/10/06:

$100 – Pre-Conference Workshop

$150 - Conference

$250 – Pre-Conference Workshop & Conference

Walk Ins:

$125 – Pre-Conference Workshop

$175 - Conference

$300 – Pre-Conference Workshop & Conference