** All AR LEARN registration forms (under helpful resources on the right, bottom of this page) should be FAXed or mailed to Pam Hutchins,  FAX 870-246-5892 , 711 Clinton St., Arkadelphia, AR  71923

Workshops are open for registration @ 8 weeks before the presentation. 

 

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** Feeding Issues, Dr. Meeta Patel, Sept. 9, 2010, AR LEARN Conference Center, 950 Hogan Lane, Conway, $189 per person, no refunds, however substitutions will be allowed.  Lunch is included.  Dr. Patel has been working with children with autism and other disabilities for over 14 years.  Her research in the area of autism focuses on treatment approaches to increase language and social skills and decrease inappropriate behaviors.  This workshop will focus on how to assess and treat different feeding problems for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and will include when and what type of treatment to consider.  The training will cover different types of feeding problems such as, total food refusal, liquid dependence, selectivity by type and texture, etiology, related medical issues and good nutrition.  Using a home based approach for intervention, Dr. Patel will discuss treatment options based on the type of feeding problem and how and when treatments should be implemented.  In addition, how to teach oral motor skills to children who may lack skills to chew and swallow and various feeding tools that may be helpful in decreasing oral aversion will be discussed.  The developmental progression of eating will be covered, as well.  To register, use the form under "helpful resources" on the bottom, right side of this page and FAX to Pam Hutchins, 870-246-5892, or mail to Pam Hutchins at Dawson ESC, 711 Clinton St., Arkadelphia, AR 71923.  For questions, email pamh@dawson.dsc.k12.ar.us or call Pam at 870-246-3077.

 

**ADOS Clinical Training- Sept. 14,15, 2010, AR LEARN Conference Center, 950 Hogan Lane, Conway, $550 per person, lunch included.  REGISTRATION CLOSED

**  Advanced ADOS Clinical Training-Sept. 16,17,2010, AR LEARN Conference Center, 950 Hogan Lane, Conway. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

** Using VB-Mapp to guide an intervention program for children with autism, Dr. Mark Sundberg, September 22,23,24, 2010, Natural Resource Center, 110 S. Amity, Conway.  $399 per person includes  one protocol.  Seating limited, register by August 31.  Children with autism often present special behavioral, linguistic, and social challenges to parents and teachers.  It is often difficult to determine exactly where to start an intervention program and to know if it is having the desired effect.  This workshop will provide the participants with sound evidence-based assessment and intervention methods based on Behavior Analysis.  The first step in designing an intervention program is an individualized assessment of the child's needs.  As assessment tool that can accomplish this task will be presented (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placment Program or VB-MAPP).  Once a child's specific language, social skill and behavioral deficits are identified, an intervention program can be designed.  The primary focus of this training will be to use the assessment results to set up and conduct daily language and social skills intervention programs.  Participants will learn how to use discrete trial training, natural environmental training and B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior for teaching children with autism.  Additionally, information will be provided on setting up a verbal behavior classroom, writing effective and appropriate IEP goals, collecting data, addressing problem behaviors in the home/classroom, improving vocal skills, choosing augmentative communication systems, transitioning to a less restrictive environment, developing social and peer interaction, and developing parent-professional collaboration. To register, use the form under "helpful resources" on the bottom right hand side of this page and FAX to Pam Hutchins at 870-246-5892 or mail form and check or P.O. to Pam Hutchins, Dawson ESC, 711 Clinton St. ,Arkadelphia, AR 71923.  For questions, email Pam at pamh@dawson.dsc.k12.ar.us

** FRIEND Program, Fostering Relationships in Early Network Development, Improving Social Communication and Social Skills, Sept. 27, at  950 Hogan Lane in Conway, Sept. 28 at Nonprofit Center in Rogers, $149 per person, lunch and materials included, 8:30-3:30, NO REFUNDS, but name substitutions will be accepted. The FRIEND Program creates opportunities for students with ASD to improve social communication skills in a natural setting, prompted by peers and staff.  Guidelines for educators and parents for peer sensitivity training, strategies for promoting successful social interactions, tips on how to create FRIEND groups and ideas for language-based activities ae included.  This program can be adapted to students of any age or skill level.  Topics discussed will include: Understanding learning characteristics and social communication differences and challenges for individuals with ASD, developing opportunities for appropriate peer interactions, social communication skill development and lasting friendships through strategic programming, facilitating social groups for students with ASD and their peers, facilitating appropriate activities and interactions for students in a group setting with a range of skill levels and interests and promoting inclusion through understanding, tolerance and acceptance of individuals with ASD at their school community.  To register, use the form under "helpful resources" on the bottom right hand side of this page and FAX to Pam Hutchins at 870-246-5892 or mail form and check or P.O. to Pam Hutchins, Dawson ESC, 711 Clinton St., Arkadelphia, AR 71923.  For questions, email Pam at pamh@dawson.dsc.k12.ar.us

**  Section 504:  Survival Kit, September 28, 8:30-3:30, 950 Hogan Lane, Conway, NO REFUNDS, but name substitutions will be accepted.  Dr. Donny Lee, Harding University will present this interactive workshop.  Issues to be discussed include:  Creating and sustaining school cultures for collaborative practices, how to work with administrators to implement Section 504 correctly, getting a grip on the ambiguities in Section 504, policy decisions concerning Section 504, how to explain Section 504 to others, using documentation, creating and sustaining trusting, empowering parental relationships, negotiating through the tricky area of parents, doctors, diagnoses/prescriptions and Section 504.  To register, use the form under "helpful resources" on the bottom right hand side of this page and FAX to Pam Hutchins at 870-246-5892 or mail form and check or P.O. to Pam Hutchins, Dawson ESC, 711 Clinton St. Arkadelphia, AR 71923.  For questions, email Pam at pamh@dawson.dsc.k12.ar.us

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Co-Teaching Descriptions:

**The Ins and Outs of Co-Teaching- one half day-As more students with disabilities receive their special education services in the general education classroom, it is critical that everyone involved have a better understanding of the co-teaching model in order to take full advantage of its potential.  Using an interactive co-taught format, the two co-presenters will draw upon their knowledge of co-teaching research and their own personal experiences with co-teaching to provide an overview of the model for participants interested in creating a new co-teaching program or enhancing an existing one. 

**Differentiated Instruction in the Elementary Co-Taught Classroom-one full day, limited to 50 participants-This co-taught , interactive session is designed to extend the knowledge and enhance the instruction of elementary co-teachers who already have foundational understanding of the co-teaching model by providing them with an opportunity to explore specific differentiated classroom practices. 

**Differentiated Instruction in the Middle School and Secondary Co-Taught Classroom-one full day, limited to 50 participants- This co-taught interactive session is designed to extend the knowledge and enhance the insruction of middle and secondary co-teachers who already have foundational understanding of the co-teaching model by providing them with an opportunity to explore specific differentiated classroom practices. 

Contact  Rose Merry Kirkpatrick at rosemerry.kirkpatrick@arkansas.gov or at 501-835-3330 for more information or to set up a co-teaching session.