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| Health, Sport, & Fitness Activity: Cardiokickboxing |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 AM–7:50 AM |
| Madeleine AB |
| Chair: Elise Cooke (Holliston Public Schools) |
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| Take a break from sitting down all weekend. Discover how behavioral principles, kickboxing routines, and upbeat music can combine into a heart healthy cardio workout! All ABA members and guests are welcome; instruction will be differentiated to ensure that individuals of all fitness levels can be successful. |
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| Health, Sport, & Fitness Special Interest Group Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 AM–7:50 PM |
| Ford AB |
| Chair: Amanda N. Adams (California State University, Fresno) |
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| Everyone is welcome at the annual meeting of the HSF SIG, where we will discuss our plans to promote research and applications in health, sport and fitness areas within ABA. Topics will include the SIG newsletter, website, student research award, dues schedule, future symposia, and the new on-line journal (BAHSFM). |
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| Behavior Analyst Certification Board International Certification Development |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Molly AB |
| Chair: Gerald A Shook (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) |
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| The presentation will discuss important components of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, which include: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCABA) credentials; professional experience, coursework, and degree requirements; approved course sequences; international examination administration; eligibility standards; and application for examination. Special emphasis will be on how individual countries can work with the BACB to develop time-limited alternative pathways for residents of the country to qualify for the BACB examinations. The presentation also will provide an overview of the current status of the BACB and its certificants. The presentation will focus on development of the BACB in the future, particularly as it relates to certification outside of the United States. Time will be provided for participant questions and discussion with the presenter. |
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| Editorial Board, Behavior and Social Issues |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Edward D |
| Chair: Mark A. Mattaini (Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois, Chicago) |
| Presenting Authors: |
| The editorial board will discuss the enhanced Open Journal Systems Web site (www.behaviorandsocialissues.org); plans to expand access, submissions, and subscriptions; as well as plans for upcoming special issues. |
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| Hawaiian Association for Behavior Analysis |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Edward C |
| Chair: Catherine H. Wilson (Behavioral Counseling and Research Center) |
| Presenting Authors: |
| Welcome to quarterly meeting of the Hawaiian Association for Behavior Analysis. |
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| JABA Business Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Mohsen AB |
| Chair: Patrick C. Friman (Father Flanagan's Girls and Boys' Town) |
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| Annual meeting of the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. |
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| Parent Professional Partnership Special Interest Group |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Emma C |
| Chair: David A. Celiberti (Private Practice) |
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| The discipline of applied behavior analysis owes much to parents who have been staunch advocates for higher quality services for their children. The synergy that can arise from parents and professionals working together creates both exciting opportunities and possibilities. A business meeting will be held to provide a forum for networking, to help orient parents to the convention, to outline SIG goals and objectives, and to discuss the SIG Web site. All interested parents and professionals are encouraged to attend. |
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| Southeastern Association for Behavior Analysis Business Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Ford C |
| Chair: Eric A. Jacobs (Southern Illinois University, Carbondale) |
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| Discuss business relating to SEABA. |
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| Speech Pathology Special Interest Group (SPABA) |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Gregory AB |
| Chair: Barbara E. Esch (Esch Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Presenting Authors: |
| The annual business meeting of the Speech Pathology SIG (SPABA; www.behavioralspeech.com) is open to anyone interested in promoting a behavioral approach to the analysis and treatment of speech/language/swallowing disorders. There will be a discussion of mission-related member activities, current and future SIG goals, and strategies to promote these goals during 2007-08. There will also be an update on ASHA CEUs at ABA. |
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| Wisconsin ABA |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 8:00 AM–8:50 AM |
| Annie AB |
| Chair: Corrine R. Donley (University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, Retired) |
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| Members will hear committee reports, review the years' events, plan future events, and discuss current issues. |
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| BACB University Contact Faculty Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Mohsen AB |
| Chair: Gerald A Shook (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) |
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| The BACB university contact faculty meeting will address new developments in the Behavior Analyst Certification Board that relate to universities with BACB approved course sequences and approved practica. All BACB university contact faculty are urged to attend or send a faculty representative. |
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| Behaviorists Interested in Gambling Special Interest Group (BIG SIG) |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Edward C |
| Chair: Ginger R. Wilson (The ABRITE Organization) |
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| The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the events of our special interest group in the last year as well as potential areas of expansion. Discussion will also focus on the recent BIG SIG conference at Southern Illinois University, in addition to our gambling book and newsletter. We will also discuss the activities of the next year and elect BIG SIG officers. |
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| Evidence-based Practice Special Interest Group |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Del Mar AB |
| Chair: Ronnie Detrich (Wing Institute) |
| Presenting Authors: |
| The purpose of this meeting is to welcome all members to the newly created Evidence-based Practice SIG and to establish working goals for the next year. |
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| Four Corners ABA |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Windsor B |
| Chair: Jeff Kupfer (Boulder, Colorado) |
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| This is the first meeting of Four Corners ABA. All interested persons are welcome to attend. |
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| Mid-American Association for Behavior Analysis Business Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Molly AB |
| Chair: Kevin P. Klatt (University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire) |
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| The Mid-American Association for Behavior Analysis (MABA) will be holding the semi-annual business meeting to discuss the 2007 convention. |
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| Parents and Professionals Sharing the Convention Experience |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Emma C |
| Chair: Jack Scott (Florida Atlantic University) |
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| This meeting provides an opportunity for parents of children receiving behavior analytic services and professionals to gather in an informal setting to discuss the convention and common issues. Autism is expected to be a major topic. Pam Gorski, executive director of Reaching Potentials, an ABA parent support agency, will host this meeting. Refreshments will be provided. |
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| Positive Behavior Support Special Interest Group |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Edward D |
| Chair: Matthew Tincani (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) |
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| This meeting is for all ABA members interested in positive behavior support. The purpose, goals, and activities of the Positive Behavior Support SIG will be discussed. Attendees are encouraged to bring ideas for presentations, research, and other initiatives related to positive behavior support and behavior analysis. |
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| Sex Therapy and Educational Programming (STEP) Special Interest Group of ABA Organizational Meeting |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Ford C |
| Chair: Bobby Newman (Room to Grow) |
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| This will be the organizational meeting of the Sex Therapy and Educational Programming (STEP) SIG of ABA. The SIG will consist of clinicians and educators who provide, or are interested in, sex therapy or education for individuals who are both typically developing and developmentally disabled. Activities for the new SIG will be planned. |
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| Technology Special Interest Group |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Gregory AB |
| Chair: Christina Whalen (TeachTown) |
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| This group will focus on using technology for the practice and research of ABA. ABA members with interest in video, computers, television and other technology are welcome. The purpose of this group is to better define best practices in the use of technology and identifying the significant research questions for the field. |
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| Verbal Behavior Special Interest Group |
| Sunday, May 27, 2007 |
| 7:00 PM–7:50 PM |
| Edward AB |
| Chair: William F. Potter (California State University, Stanislaus) |
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| The VB SIG is dedicated to the promotion of verbal behavior, in terms of research, application, and theory. All are welcome to attend and meet other folks interested in the VB area. |
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