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| Center Based Intervention for Children with Autism Ages 0-12 |
| Tuesday, May 31, 2005 |
| 12:00 PM–1:20 PM |
| Stevens 5 (Lower Level) |
| Area: AUT; Domain: Applied Research |
| Chair: Phyllis N. Williamson (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Abstract: The first presentation will discuss the development of an infant/toddler center for autism. Topics will include coordination with funding sources, program structure, parent involvement, intervention and techniques utilized, as well as transition into an educational setting. The second presentation will discuss behavior intervention plans in a classroom environment. This
will include utilizing the philosophy of Positive Programming, teaching functional communication, locating better consequences, training staff to implement behavior plans, and monitoring and revising behavior plans as needed. The third paper will discuss methods to train parents on behavior analysis principles and how they apply to the individual child and home environment. Training topics will be provided on a continuum as well as strategies for
setting manageable goals for families to meet with their child. The final paper will discuss transitioning students from a non-public school setting into a less
restrictive environment. This will include important skills to have in place prior to transition. It will also include skills necessary for different placements such as full inclusion and special day class. Finally, it will discuss strategies for facilitating smooth transitions into a school district environment. |
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| Center-Based Intervention for Infants and Toddlers |
| MARIDITH RESENDEZ (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Abstract: This presentation will discuss the development of an infant/toddler center for autism. Topics will include coordination with funding sources, program structure, parent involvement, intervention and techniques utilized, as well as transition into an educational setting. Presenters will provide information regarding developing a positive relationship with funding sources, submitting a program design that meets the criteria of funding sources as well as maintaining the clinical direction of the agency. Information will be provided regarding the schedule, staff, and design of the center and how it meets the individual needs of each child. A discussion of Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc parent training series, Positive Programming for Parents, will occur and how it is implemented with each family. Presenters will discuss the use of behavior analysis in addressing individual skill deficits and decreasing behavior excess to plan for successful transition into an educational setting. |
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| Positive Behavior Intervention Plans in a Classroom Environment |
| JESSICA ANN KORNEDER (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.), Maridith Resendez (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Abstract: This presentation will discuss behavior intervention plans in a classroom environment. It will include methods used to analyze behavior excess and determine the function of a behavior. A discussion will occur on the creation of a positive behavior intervention plan utilizing Positive Programming. This will include the use of prevention strategies, teaching functional communication, and locating better consequences. Discussions will also include training staff to implement behavior plans, data collection, and using non-restrictive procedures. Lastly the presenter will discuss methods for monitoring and revising behavior plans as needed. |
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| Parent Involvement and Training in a Non-Public School Environment |
| MARIDITH RESENDEZ (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.), Jessica Ann Korneder (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Abstract: This presentation will discuss various methods used at ABC School in Duarte, California to train parents on behavior analysis principles and how they apply to the individual child and home environment. Examples will be provided of how skills acquired in a school setting can be generalized to the home and/or community environment. The presenter will discuss techniques for maintaining regular meetings with parents, open lines of communication, and establishing rapport with families. Discussions of strategies used to effectively collaborate with other service providers to insure generalization will be provided. Training topics will be provided on a continuum as well as strategies for setting manageable goals for families to meet with their child. |
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| Transitioning Students From a Non-Public School to a Less Restrictive Environment |
| JESSICA ANN KORNEDER (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.), Maridith Resendez (Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc.) |
| Abstract: This presentation will discuss transition procedures utilized at ABC School in Duarte, California. It will discuss skills a student should have in place prior to transition. An examination of transitional assessment tools utilized will be made and what is recommended for transition into different educational environments. Methods used to facilitate a smooth transition will be discussed. Finally, data will be shared regarding student transition from ABC School. |
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