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  1. News and Announcements
      1. Announcements and News from the Verbalbehavior blog
      2. 6/12/09 Adding Verbalbehavior blog feed here
      3. 2/20/09 Apologies for loss of the google translator!
      4. 2/11/09 Creation of page on AUTOCLITICS
      5. 2/6/09 POSSIBLE CHANGES TO THIS WEBSITE
      6. 4/26/08 FREE ABA video clips at BAAM: [BAAM Movies: ABA in Natural Settings
      7. About discontinuing "Workshop news"
    1. Site updates; contact us about bad links or new info
      1. 4/14/08 Page reorganization in progress
      2. 4/11/08 Addition of Natural Environment Training page
      3. 4/10/08: Addition of info on WH-mands and advanced intraverbals
      4. 4/6/08: Announcement of updated wiki pages
      5. Added: Handouts, audio and/or video lectures from the 2007 National Autism Conference, Penn State University July 30-August 3, 2007
      6. 1/12/08 Sorry about Javascript errors.
      7. 1/7/08 Help tell me about bad or inactive links--thanks.
    2. Announcements of websites and books
      1. 1/16/08 ABLLS™-R Traducción española/Spanish translation
      2. 6/18/07 Mark Sundberg's website
      3. 5/15/07 Mariposa School Pocket ABLLS-R update
      4. 4/29/07 PATTAN Verbal Behavior video
      5. 4/27/07 EIBI comparison table of replication studies
      6. 4/26/07 Intensive teaching results in dramatic improvements
  2. Workshop News
    1. Sending us announcements to post
    2. 3/25/08 Ottawa, Canada Dr. Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA Twenty-two Language and Learning Barriers that can Affect Children with Autism: Assessment, Analysis, and Intervention
    3. 4/11/08 Fairborn, OH. Mary Barbera, BCBA: The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders
    4. ABA International 2008 Autism Conference DVD/Webcast Package with BACB CE!
    5. March 6-7,2008 Orlando, FL ABA Masters Series workshop
    6. Plainsville NY-EDEN II/GENESIS PROGRAMS WINTER 2008 WORKSHOPS
    7. May 1-3, 2008, Syracuse, NY: "Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA
    8. Feb 13-15, Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA
    9. Christina Burk ABA/VB Workshop/monthly trainings info
    10. Jan 24 & Feb 21,'08 Cockseyville, MD 2-part Hands-on NET workshop

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Announcements and News from the Verbalbehavior blog

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6/12/09 Adding Verbalbehavior blog feed here

To make it easy on readers and myself, I am going to be adding news feeds of the various posts on workshops and other opportunities here. This is a new thing for me, so let's see how it goes [smile].

 

 

2/20/09 Apologies for loss of the google translator!

pbwiki is changing its format and editor, and as one of those changes it is redacting (inactivating) small javascripts that used to function on this site. One of those inactivated was the google translator. I'm looking for an acceptable alternative, but in the meantime, to translate the pages, start in google translator and type in the URL of this site.

 

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2/11/09 Creation of page on AUTOCLITICS

Autoclitics are a relatively advanced topic in Verbal Behavior but have relevance to language instruction and as tact modifiers. This is repost of a very clear description of classifications by Dr. Jay C.Moore. Suggestions for further reading are included at the bottom of the page.

 

2/6/09 POSSIBLE CHANGES TO THIS WEBSITE

PBWiki is in the process of changing its sites to a different format and editor system effective March 9, 2009. It's not clear at the present time how, or whether, this will affect the functionality or format of this site. We apologize in advance for any glitches when the switchover occurs.

 

 

4/26/08 FREE ABA video clips at BAAM: [BAAM Movies: ABA in Natural Settings

This series of 32 video vignettes shows that ABA is not just "table work."ABA in the Natural Environment

 

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About discontinuing "Workshop news"

When the site started, I had hoped that I could keep up with ongoing workshops--esp. if announcements were forwarded for posting, but because of the time seeking this info, rather than having no announcements on the page or only out-of-date information, it is likely that active content will be discontinued and the pages and links deleted. It's not quite decided, but if those changes occur, that is the reason. Thanks for your understanding.

 

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Site updates; contact us about bad links or new info

 

4/14/08 Page reorganization in progress

When I first started the site, there was not quite so much info and organization was not such an issue. As time has gone on, it has become more so, so I am gradually going through the site and consolidating and editing some pages, checking link status and trying to add features to make it more navigatible. Thanks for you patience while this is going on.


 

4/11/08 Addition of Natural Environment Training page

 


4/10/08: Addition of info on WH-mands and advanced intraverbals

I wanted to highlight an online presentation, thanks to PaTTAN, that might be useful and interesting:

HOs and VIDEO--Advanced VB Principles & Approaches for Developing Language in Children with Autism

PaTTAN 12/09/05

Streaming Media: Advanced Verbal Behavior Principles and Approaches for Developing Language in Children with Autism (Video Clip wmv 275 MB) and Handout

 

and note that there is also a new wiki page on the subject

Advanced WH mands and intraverbals

 

which has additional info and notes the PaTTAN materials at the bottom of the page.

 

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4/6/08: Announcement of updated wiki pages

I've been doing some updates on pages and adding new information.

New page

Advanced WH-mands and intraverbals

ABA for those 5 and older

 

Reorganized into categories with some new items added

Curricula, Tools and supplies

Datasheets and templates

 

Parsed into separate pages

Sign Language

Kaufman Speech Praxis

PECS & Visual Supports

Oral Motor, Horn & other Speech Therapy

 

New information added in French, Japanese, Portugese and Spanish

International and Non-English Organizations

 

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Added: Handouts, audio and/or video lectures from the 2007 National Autism Conference, Penn State University July 30-August 3, 2007

See, "From workshops"

http://verbalbehavior.pbwiki.com/From-workshops

 

1/12/08 Sorry about Javascript errors.

Some functions on the site using Javascript, such as the Babelfish translator, have been disabling. The happens from time to time, so I am trying to find a solution to keep the function enabled and stable. Thanks for your understanding.

 

1/7/08 Help tell me about bad or inactive links--thanks.

In honor of the new year, I am going through the links to check their status and building some new pages. If you happen on a bad link, or see a new service, or resource that might be relevant to the site topic, PLEASE EMAIL

There might be some reorganization at some point, so thanks for your understanding :-).

 

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Announcements of websites and books

1/16/08 ABLLS™-R Traducción española/Spanish translation

Behavior Analysts, Inc. is proud to announce the release of the Spanish translation of the ABLLS™-R

EVALUACIÓN DE HABILIDADES DE LENGUAJE Y APREDIZAJE BÁSICOS (The ABLLS™-R)

 

This product reflects the values and beliefs and the vision of Behavior Analysts, Inc., to reach out to Spanish speaking communities. This valuable evaluation and tracking tool is now available to these communities such that children with special needs and their families will also have access to an effective treatment option.

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6/18/07 Mark Sundberg's website

Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA has started a website.

About the upcoming VB-MAPP, trainings (which include a beta-version of the VB-MAPP), and downloads of presentations and papers related to Verbal Behavior.

Mark Sundberg's website

(Thanks to Mary Barbera, author of The Verbal Behavior Approach How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disordersfor pointing this out).


5/15/07 Mariposa School Pocket ABLLS-R update

The Mariposa School has updated their Pocket-ABLLS system for the ABLLS-R.

$ Pocket-ABLLS-R

The link leads to downloads of Pocket-ABLLS-R use and an orderform.

 

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4/29/07 PATTAN Verbal Behavior video

Just a little apology for making alot of changes and additions to the pages...

things will settle down soon, but there is alot of new info that has been added.

 

I wanted to point out a really awesome video, esp. if it's going to be a while until

you can get to a workshop...

Look on the FAQs ABOUT VERBAL BEHAVIOR PAGE for the video from PATTAN on verbal behavior.

It's about 4 hours long, and might be a little heavy-duty starting out, but

it's a good grounding if you are someone who learns well from video.

 

This entire section has been expanded, so check it out if you have a chance. :-).

 

Have a great week.

 

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4/27/07 EIBI comparison table of replication studies

I created a new page last night, on EIBI and ABA interventions for persons with autism.

There is a comparative table of the various replication studies.

EVIDENCE PAPERS FOR EIBI

also check out LEGALand the info there.

 

 

If you know of any further papers or evidence that has been useful in persuading either

insurance carriers or legislators, please CONTACT US.

It's important for everyone to be able to make the best case for the medical and societal supports of our children

and family members, and we would love to post the evidence here. THANKS!

 

Have a good day!

 

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4/26/07 Intensive teaching results in dramatic improvements

Thursday, April 26, 2007

The Guardian

 

A two-year British study into the impact of early intensive behavioural intervention (EIBI) found that some toddlers on the programme jumped 40 IQ points. A quarter showed "very substantial improvements", and none regressed.

 

The youngsters also showed more advanced language and better daily living skills than similar children in a control group who received standard educational support such as speech therapy..."

more on this story OTHER ARTICLES OR CITATIONS OF INTEREST


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2/5/08

3/25/08 Ottawa, Canada Dr. Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA Twenty-two Language and Learning Barriers that can Affect Children with Autism: Assessment, Analysis, and Intervention

 

Dr. Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA will be returning to Ottawa on Tuesday, March 25th to present

Twenty-two Language and Learning Barriers that can Affect Children with Autism:

Assessment, Analysis, and Intervention

 

Please note this is an ADVANCED workshop

(attendees must have attended an Introduction to Verbal Behaviour Workshop).

 

For more information please visit www.portialearning.com.

 

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2/5/08

4/11/08 Fairborn, OH. Mary Barbera, BCBA: The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders

Dayton Area Families for Effective Autism Treatment (DAFEAT)

will host

 

Mary Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN , BCBA

author of

The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related

Disorders

 

April 11, 2008

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Holiday Inn Dayton/Fairborn I-675

2800 Presidential Drive

Fairborn, OH 45324

Cost: Admission is free for DAFEAT members and $36 for non members. The

latter includes a year-long membership to DAFEAT.

Register: Registration information and form are available at

http://www.dafeat.org/mlbregistration.pdf

 

Program Overview: Drawing on her experience as both a parent of a son with

autism as well as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Mary Lynch Barbera

will provide participants with information to help children with autism learn

language and other important skills. Mary will highlight strategies from her

book: The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and

Related Disorders, and provide guidance using the scientifically proven

strategies of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) specifically utilizing B.F.

Skinner’s Analysis of Verbal Behavior. Parents and professionals will be

empowered with information regarding ABA/VB programming for children with autism

and other developmental disorders.

 

To learn more about Mary, go to http://www.vbapproach.com

 

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1/28/08

ABA International 2008 Autism Conference DVD/Webcast Package with BACB CE!

ABA International

 

Subject: 2008 Autism Conference DVD/Webcast Package with BACB CE!

Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2008 19:17:52 -0500

 

If you are unable to attend the 2008 Autism Conference titled "Issues and Recent Advancements in the Behavioral Treatment of Autism: Practical Strategies for Changing Behavior at Home and School" in Atlanta, the Association for Behavior Analysis International is pleased to offer a DVD/Webcast package featuring the latest in home- and community-based interventions and curriculum and instruction in the classroom. The DVD and Webcast will include keynote addresses from ten distinguished speakers and will allow you to pause presentations, skip certain talks, and watch all at your leisure.

 

Save $20 now by purchasing the DVD/Webcast package online at

http://www.abainternational.org/autconf/Webcast.asp

by February 10th.

Your DVD will be shipped, and access codes for the Webcast portion of the package will be sent via e-mail, by March 3rd. The DVD can be viewed on a regular DVD player via TV or a computer with a DVD player. A total of nine BACB CE credits will also be available for an additional flat fee.

 

The ten invited speakers have prepared valuable and informative presentations which cover critical topics in the field of autism. A few of these topics include: "From DT to DI: Using Direct Instruction to Teach Students with ASD," "Developing Active Learner Participation by Children with Autism: Capturing the Motivational Variables," and "Comprehensive ABA Programming: Matching Learner Needs with Instructional Strategies." The esteemed speakers are Dr. Andy Bondy, Dr. Gina Green, Dr. Patricia Krantz, Dr. Gregory MacDuff, Dr. James Partington, Dr. Laura Schreibman, Dr. Ilene Schwartz, Dr. Mary Beth Walsh, Dr. Cathy Watkins, and Dr. Mary Jane Weiss. To see a full list of topics and detailed program information, please visit http://www.abainternational.org/autconf/program/program.asp

 

If you would like to attend the conference February 8-10, it is possible to register on-site at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel.

Please visit our Web site for more information http://www.abainternational.org/autconf/on-site_registration.asp .

 

We hope you will take advantage this convenient option to experience the educational benefits of the 2008 Autism Conference by purchasing the DVD/Webcast package.

Sincerely,

ABA International Team

 

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1/28/08

March 6-7,2008 Orlando, FL ABA Masters Series workshop

Dr. Patrick McGreevy presents the fourth annual workshop in the Applied Behavior

Analysis Masters Series on March 6-7, 2008 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, FL, USA,

Register online at http://www.behaviorchange.com

 

This series of two-day workshops provides an opportunity for behavior analysts,

speech-language pathologists, teachers, residential care providers, and parents of all

levels of expertise and experience to improve their knowledge and skills. Each

presentation is based on scientifically validated principles and procedures, and includes

sections for beginning, intermediate, and advanced level participants. Certified Behavior

Analysts and Associate Behavior Analysts can earn 6 BACB CEUs and Speech-language

Pathologists can earn 1.0 ASHA CEUs for each presentation.

 

March 6 Topics in Teaching Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities:

A Behavioral Analysis of Cooperation, Social Pragmatic Skills and Linguistic

Structure

Vince Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA

The Carbone Clinic

 

March 7 Using the VB-MAPP to Develop an Individualized Language and Social Skills

Program for Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

Sundberg and Associates

 

Register online at http://www.behaviorchange.com

 

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1/16/08

Plainsville NY-EDEN II/GENESIS PROGRAMS WINTER 2008 WORKSHOPS

EDEN II/GENESIS PROGRAMS WINTER 2008 WORKSHOPS

WINTER AUTISM WORKSHOPS

February 2008

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKSHOPS

March 2008

Four Points by Sheraton

33 South Service Road, Plainview, NY

 

"Utilizing scientifically validated treatment procedures, Eden II/Genesis Programs has been a leader in the effective intervention and education of individuals with autism over the past 30 years. In an effort to disseminate sound information about autism spectrum disorders and provide training and support, Eden II/Genesis Programs is offering the winter workshops."

 

For more workshop information or to receive a workshop brochure, please contact

Marissa Bennett 516.937.1397 Ext. 217 or mbennett@eden2. org

The workshop brochure can be viewed and downloaded online at http://www.eden2.org

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1/12/08

May 1-3, 2008, Syracuse, NY: "Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA

Event: Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

http://www.enablecny.org/newsevents/showEvent.cfm?event=107

 

Start Thursday, May 1, 2008

Location Oncenter - Syracuse, New York

Contact Angela Saturno (315) 410-3309

Details May 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2008

 

Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities with Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA

 

This workshop focuses on the behavioral approach to teaching communication skills to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. This approach is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior and the research of Michael, Sundberg, Partington and others.

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Feb 13-15, Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA

 

Introduction to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

February 13-15, 2008 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Presented by Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Workshop sponsored by the Janus Academy

REGISTER NOW at http://www.janusacademy.com

 

Dr. Vincent J. Carbone is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 30 years of experience designing learning environments for

persons with autism and development disabilities.

This workshop focuses on the behavioral approach to teaching

communication skills to children with autism and other developmental

disabilities. This approach is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of

verbal behavior and the research of Drs. Jack Michael, Mark Sundberg, James Partington and others.

Participants in this workshop will learn to:

• conduct a Behavioral Language Assessment;

• select the most appropriate form of communication for a child

(vocalizing, signing, pointing to or exchanging pictures, or

activating an augmentative device);

• select the communication responses and supporting skills that

should be taught first.

The workshop includes the recommended teaching procedures for those

children who have no formal communication skills to those that are

near conversational speakers. Dr. Carbone also describes and

demonstrates errorless teaching, specific quick-transfer (prompting

and fading) procedures, and the use of both discrete trial training

in the natural environment and during intensive teaching sessions.

Many video tape demonstrations are provided to illustrate the methods

to increase spontaneous language and to develop conversational

skills.

For more information on the Janus Academy or this workshop, please visit http://www.janusacademy.com or call (403) 262-3333.

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1/10/08

Christina Burk ABA/VB Workshop/monthly trainings info

Christina Burk, MA,BCBA has info on her trainings and monthly workshops available at her website http://www.ChristinaBurkABA.com under "Training".

In addition, Christina requests that those interested in this and other of her monthly workshops please subscribe to the ABATraining yahoogroup by visiting the link and subscribing or by sending a blank email to ABATraining-Subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Subscription is necessary to get updates and location info.

 

General info about the trainings:

"This training series is intended for parents of learners with autism or

other developmental disabilities, those who have never worked in ABA but are

interested in being trained, and those who already work as ABA staff but need a

refresher or more specific training in teaching verbal behavior. Each

training series will last for 2 days; both full days are mandatory.

Each training day will last from 9:30 AM until 5:30 PM.

DAY 1 : Mainly brief background on the science of behavior analysis, teaching verbal behavior, effective teaching procedures, addressing undesired behavior, gaining instructional control through "pairing," and using the ABLLS to guide instruction, among other topics. Any remaining time will be spent role-playing in pairs to practice the teaching procedures.

DAY 2 will be intensive continued hands-on training, Q & A, and discussion of the material covered.

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1/7/08

Jan 24 & Feb 21,'08 Cockseyville, MD 2-part Hands-on NET workshop

Trellis Services, Inc and POAC of Central MD

present a "Hands on workshop" to Teaching in the Natural Environment (NET) for children with Autism

 

Part 1 - January 24, 2008 7-9pm

Requirements: Bring a list of 5 target skills that your learner is currently working on or you plan to soon.

Part 2 - February 21, 2008

Requirements: Bring a video or DVD of your NET Lesson plan in action

Workshop Leader: Renee Suss, M.A.T., BCBA

Location: Trellis Services, Inc.

144 Lakefront Drive

Cockeysville, MD 21030

More info/RSVP: renee@trellisservices.com

 

Part 1 - January 24, 2008 7-9pm

The first part of the NET workshop will show video of multiple learners working in the NET. Participants will learn how NET lesson plans are created. Each participant will go home with a NET lesson plan to use with their learner.

 

Requirements: Bring a list of 5 target skills that your learner is currently working on or you plan to soon.

 

Part 2 - February 21, 2008

We will have the opportunity to learn from each other by watching video from workshop participants. Participants will have the opportunity to get feedback, ask questions, and improve their NET teaching skills.

 

Requirements: Bring a video or DVD of your NET Lesson plan in action

 

Natural Environment Teaching is where the learners acquire new skills through play.

The important elements of NET are to keep in mind

  • what you want to teach
  • to identify what motivates the child
  • to be creative in figuring out how to teach the target skills using those motivations
  • and to have FUN
  • When the target skills are functional and motivating, much can be accomplished in the natural environment

 

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