The following are the seminar-workshops to be conducted:
| Seminar-Workshop | Objectives |
| Day 1, April 16, 2011 Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) | 1. To learn the basic principles of applied behavior analysis, learning theory and the fundamental principles of science and behavior; 2. To conduct a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and analysis; 3. To understand the principles of discrete trial training (OTT); shaping and chaining techniques; and 4. To gain knowledge on basic principles of conditioning and learning, including reinforcement theory, stimulus control, and aversive control. |
| Day 2-3, April 17-18, 2011 Writing a SMART I.E.P. and BIPSs | 1. To translate the present level of performance (PLOP) of the child into a SMART IEP; 2. To develop research-based behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to reduce problem behaviors in children by integrating the application of ABA-based techniques; 3. To gain knowledge on method of studying and managing behavior to bring about change; and 4. To learn how to intervene using ABA-based techniques, monitoring, evaluating and charting. |
| Day 4, April 19, 2011 Picture Exchange Communication Symbols (PECS) Training | 1. To gain knowledge about augmentation alternative communication (AAC); 2. To acquire knowledge about PECS and its advantages over the methods of addressing communication; 3. To experience how to implement the six phases of PECS with actual hands-on experience with a child with autism; and 4. To learn the application of OTT using PECS. |
| Day 5, April 20, 2011 Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) | 1. To learn the principles and influences of TEACCH program, predictability, collaboration with parents, assessments, and communication; 2. To develop an individualized person-and family-centered plan for each student, rather than using a standard curriculum; 3. To learn how to use visual supports to make the sequence of daily activities predictable and understandable; and 4. To gain knowledge of TEACCH program to classroom organization, physical structure, curriculum, teaching and care. |
Each participant will be charged a regular registration fee of Eight Thousand Pesos (PhP8,000.00) to be paid after March 30, 2011 while a discounted fee of Seven Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (7,500.00) for each of the early registrants to be paid on or before March 30, 2012.
For more information, contact Ms. Lolita D. Serrano, President, REACH at any of these telephone nos.: (02) 871-5167 and (02) 873-3438 or mobile phone nos.: 0915-643-2662; 0922-834-3270 to 3272, or the REACH Office at any of these telefax nos.: (02) 673-3438 or (02) 871-5167 or send a message through e-mail addresses: reachincl.999u,gmail.com; reachinc.seminars@gmail.com or visit their website address at www.reachincorporated.com.
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