Verbal Behavior Workshop

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Space Still Available

TEACHING VERBAL BEHAVIOR

IN THE CLASSROOM:

AN OVERVIEW

Using the analysis of language as a behavior that is under the

influence of the principles of operant conditioning provides a viable

model for helping children with language deficits. Research has

demonstrated that the application of these principles leads to the

development of functional communication skills, reduction in problem

behavior, and an increase in social initiations.

Presenter: M. Caffrey, M.Ed., completed an undergraduate

degree in Education from Arizona State University and a Masters

degree in Education from Georgian Court College, where he was awarded

the Project of Distinction for his work on training paraprofessionals

to work with children with autism. In addition, he completed

graduate coursework in behavior analysis from Penn State University

and is now finishing the requirements leading to certification as a

behavior analyst.

This workshop will illustrate through extensive use of video how the

principles of ABA that emphasize the teaching of verbal behavior are

being applied effectively in classroom settings to teach children

with autism language and other important skills. Specifically,

participants will learn strategies to:

ľ Build rapport with the learner

ľ Select the most appropriate form of communication for a child

ľ Capture and contrive motivation

ľ Teach functional communication skills (manding)

ľ Utilize behavioral principles to reduce and manage problem

behavior

ľ Provide individual and group instruction in the natural

environment (NET)

ľ Transition learners from NET to intensive teaching (DTT)

ľ Develop basic teaching templates for early, intermediate, and

advanced learners

Educational Support is our goal. Greater Rochester SAFE is the place

to find out how to make next week BETTER for everyone involved!

Knowledge is the key to success.

When: Wed., March 30 and

Thurs., March 31, 2005

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Where: Rochester Central Library, Bausch and Lomb Bldg.,

Kate Gleason Auditorium

115 South Avenue,

Rochester, NY 14604

Cost: $99.00 per person

(Save 5% when 5 people from the same organization attend. $94.00 each

Save 10% for 10 people from the same organization. $89.00 each)

(Early Registration: Save an additional $5.00 when you register by

February 1, 2005)

Certificates of Completion will be given to participants.

Please contact Rhonda Miga for more information.

(585) 242-0707 (home)

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Hotel Special for Workshop Attendees is given by The Clarion

Riverside Hotel at a rate of $79.00 per night. Reservations must be

made directly with the hotel.

Call (585) 546-6400

Rate ID: Greater Rochester Schools Are For Everyone

Lunch will be on your own.

Please mail registration to:

SAFE c/o Rhonda Miga

205 Viennawood Drive

Rochester, NY 14618

REGISTRATION

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Registration Rate

Early bird Rate: $94.00 _____

After Feb. 1st: $99.00 _____

Group Rates*

5-9 attendees/ same organization

Registration Rate per person:

Early bird Rate: $89.00 _____

After Feb. 1st: $94.00 _____

10+ attendees/ same organization

Registration Rate per person:

Early bird Rate: $84.00 _____

After Feb. 1st: $89.00 _____

*Please use a separate sheet of paper to list the names of each

person attending if taking advantage of the group rates.

Purchase orders are accepted from area school districts/organizations.