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| Dr. Bill Heward: ABA from A-to-Z: Behavior Science Applied to 350 Domains of Socially Significant Behavior | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 8:45 AM–9:35 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Ballroom | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: William Heward, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: WILLIAM HEWARD (Ohio State University) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| WILLIAM HEWARD (Ohio State University) | 
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| A5: Dr. Steve Woolf and Molly McGinnis, BCBA: Negotiating the Business of ABA-Based Services During Periods of Dynamic Industry Growth | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 9:55 AM–11:10 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Marlborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Steve Woolf, Ph.D. | 
| STEVE WOOLF (Butterfly Effects), Molly Ann McGinnis (Butterfly Effects) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| STEVE WOOLF (Butterfly Effects) | 
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| A4: Amy K. Weinstock and Jerome Chiu, BCBA: Autism Diagnostic Barriers – Reality, Migrants, and Myths | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 9:55 AM–11:10 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Seminar | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Amy Weinstock, Ph.D. | 
| AMY WEINSTOCK (Insurance Resource Center/UMass Medical School, EK Shriver Center), Jerome T Chiu (.) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| AMY WEINSTOCK (Insurance Resource Center/UMass Medical School, EK Shriver Center) | 
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| A3: Dr. Bob Putnam & Dr. Stephanie St. Joseph: Improving Equity in Public Schools Through a Behavior Analytical Approach (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 9:55 AM–11:10 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Southborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Robert Putnam, Ph.D. | 
| ROBERT PUTNAM (May Institute), Stephanie St. Joseph (May Institute) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| ROBERT PUTNAM (May Institute) | 
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| A2: Dr. Cory Whelan: Toward a Safe and Ethical Functional Analysis of Dangerous Behavior (ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 9:55 AM–11:10 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Princess | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Cory Whelan, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: CORY WHELAN (Vinfen) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| CORY WHELAN (Vinfen) | 
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| A1: Dr. Camille Kolu & Dr. Evelyn Gould: Healthy compassionate rhythms: Active nurturance in the behavioral environments that matter. | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 9:55 AM–11:15 AM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Salon E | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Teresa Kolu, None | 
| Presenting Author: TERESA KOLU (Cusp Emergence) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| TERESA KOLU (Cusp Emergence) | 
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| B7: Edward Sanabria, BCBA: Reflective Practice: A Catalyst for Humility in Leadership, Supervision, and Professional Development (Supervision CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:15 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Northborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Edward Sanabria, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: EDWARD SANABRIA (Centria Autism) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| EDWARD SANABRIA (Centria Autism) | 
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| B8: Adam Kohrman, BCBA and Hillary Hotchkiss, BCBA: Making Public School Behavior Plans and FBAs Meet Neurodiverse Needs (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Sudbury | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Adma Kohrman, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: ADMA KOHRMAN (Natick Public Schools) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| ADMA KOHRMAN (Natick Public Schools) | 
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| B6: Dr. Rebecca Hotchkiss and Dr. Alexandria Caviness: Identifying Variables and Repertoires to Inform Effective and Efficient Learning | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Southborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Rebecca Hotchkiss, Ph.D. | 
| REBECCA HOTCHKISS (Evergreen Center), Alexandria Caviness (Evergreen Center/Cambridge College) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| REBECCA HOTCHKISS (Evergreen Center) | 
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| B5: Dr. Rachel Kaye & Dr. Steve Rivers: Building Verbal Behavior Repertoires in Home-Based Settings | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Westborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Rachel Kaye, Ph.D. | 
| RACHEL KAYE (Beacon ABA Services), Steven Rivers (Beacon ABA Services) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| RACHEL KAYE (Beacon ABA Services) | 
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| B4: Lisa Gurdin, BCBA: Taking Supervision to the Next Level (Supervision CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Sterling | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Lisa Gurdin, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: LISA GURDIN (Northeastern University, LSGurdin Consulting) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| LISA GURDIN (Northeastern University, LSGurdin Consulting) | 
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| B2: Nicholas Maio-Aether: Paths To Ethical Competency In Addressing Sexual, Sociosexual And/Or Gender-Related Concerns (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Seminar | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Nicholas Maio-Aether, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: NICHOLAS MAIO-AETHER (Northcentral University) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| NICHOLAS MAIO-AETHER (Northcentral University) | 
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| B1: Dr. Jessica Donnelly: A Call To Supervisors To Develop Soft Skills In Trainees To Shape The Future Of Behavior Analysis Utilizing Evidence-Based Practice (Supervision CE). | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 11:25 AM–12:15 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Marlborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Jessica Donnelly, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: JESSICA DONNELLY (Capella University / Positive ABA) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| JESSICA DONNELLY (Capella University / Positive ABA) | 
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| C2: Panel Discussion: A Professional Panel Regarding Perspectives on Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Bob Ross, Dr. Peter Gerhardt (moderator), Dr. Robin Arnall, Cole and Fitzpatrick | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Salon C | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| Chair: Robert Ross (Ross Consultation LLC) | 
| CE Instructor: Robert Ross, Ph.D. | 
| Panelists: PETER GERHARDT (The EPIC Programs), ROBIN ARNALL (The Sage Colleges, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology), COLE FITZPATRICK (Received ABA Services) | 
| Abstract:  Panel Discussion: A Professional Panel Regarding Perspectives on Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Bob Ross, Dr. Peter Gerhardt (moderator), Dr. Robin Arnall, and Cole Fitzpatrick 
Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
| PETER GERHARDT (The EPIC Programs) | 
| ROBIN ARNALL (The Sage Colleges, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology) | 
| COLE FITZPATRICK (Received ABA Services) | 
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| C2: Panel Discussion: A Professional Panel Regarding Perspectives on Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Bob Ross, Dr. Peter Gerhardt (moderator), Dr. Robin Arnall, and Cole Fitzpatrick | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Salon E | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| Chair: Robert Ross (Ross Consultation LLC) | 
| CE Instructor: Robert Ross, Ph.D. | 
| Panelists: PETER GERHARDT (The EPIC Programs), ROBIN ARNALL (The Sage Colleges, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology), COLE FITZPATRICK (Received ABA Services) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
| PETER GERHARDT (The EPIC Programs) | 
| ROBIN ARNALL (The Sage Colleges, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology) | 
| COLE FITZPATRICK (Received ABA Services) | 
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| C7: Panel: Fina Robertson, BCBA, Danielle Ryder, BCBA, Elizabeth Segal, BCBA and Dr. Bob Putnam: Panel: The Impact of PBIS on School-Based BCBAs: Could PBIS make your job more enjoyable, fulfilling, or efficient? Fina Robertson, BCBA, Danielle Ryder, BCBA, Dr. Bob Putnam | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Princess | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| Chair: Fina Robertson (Endicott College, Gardner Public Schools) | 
| CE Instructor: Fina Robertson, Ph.D. | 
| Panelists: DANIELLE RYDER (BCBA), FINA ROBERTSON (Endicott College, Gardner Public Schools), ROBERT PUTNAM (May Institute) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
| DANIELLE RYDER (BCBA) | 
| FINA ROBERTSON (Endicott College, Gardner Public Schools) | 
| ROBERT PUTNAM (May Institute) | 
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| C1: Dr. Malika Pritchett: Behavior Analysis and Equity in Public Education: An Abolitionist Approach (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Marlborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Malika Pritchett, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: MALIKA PRITCHETT (University of Kansas) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Mass ABA for details.  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Mass ABA for details. | 
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| MALIKA PRITCHETT (University of Kansas) | 
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| C6: Cas Breaux, BCBA: Ableism, Assent, and ABA: Guiding Questions for a Neurodiversity-Informed Practice (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Seminar | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Cas Breaux, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: CAS BREAUX (BCBA) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| CAS BREAUX (BCBA) | 
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| C5: Dr. Darlene E. Crone-Todd: Putting the Tech in Technology: Looking at the Future | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Sudbury | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Darlene Crone-Todd, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: DARLENE CRONE-TODD (Salem State University) | 
| Abstract:  Putting the Tech in Technology: Looking at the Future  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| DARLENE CRONE-TODD (Salem State University) | 
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| C4: Megan Breault, BCBA & Edward Sanabria, BCBA: Measuring and Monitoring Indicators of Assent in ABA Therapy via Innovative Technology (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Westborough | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Megan Breault, NA | 
| Presenting Author: MEGAN BREAULT (Centria Autism) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| MEGAN BREAULT (Centria Autism) | 
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| C3: Lisa Gurdin, BCBA: Refining Our ABA Superpowers To Maximize Our Impact Now and In the Future (Ethics CE) | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 1:30 PM–2:45 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Sterling | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Lisa Gurdin, NA | 
| Presenting Author: LISA GURDIN (Northeastern University, LSGurdin Consulting) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| LISA GURDIN (Northeastern University, LSGurdin Consulting) | 
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| Dr. Patrick C. Friman: The Myth of Underlying Psychopathology: The Circumstantial Role of Berkson’s and Textbook Case Biases | 
| Friday, May 10, 2024 | 
| 3:00 PM–3:50 PM  | 
| Best Western Royal Plaza; Ballroom | 
| Domain: Applied Research | 
| CE Instructor: Patrick Friman, Ph.D. | 
| Presenting Author: PATRICK FRIMAN (Boys Town) | 
| Abstract:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Instruction Level: Advanced | 
| Target Audience:  Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/  | 
| Learning Objectives: Please contact Massachusetts ABA for details. https://www.massaba.net/ | 
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| PATRICK FRIMAN (Boys Town) | 
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