Fascinating audio presentation by Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D on verbal behavior assessment for children with autism and the VB-MAPP

This is a fascinating (and long) audio presentation by Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA (may need Quicktime), of the rationale and history of the application of Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior to learners with autism.

Dr. Sundberg discusses appropriate structuring of curriculum based on learner skill levels, and comparison of typical learner repertoires and language levels and how this informed Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program/ VB-MAPP development.

I believe that this is useful in considering a holistic and compassionate picture of teaching language to children with autism; it's long, but worth listening to - and more than once if you can do it.

35. A NEW GENERATION OF VERBAL BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION: THE VB-MAPP
2008 Penn State National Autism conference
August 5, 2008 9-4:15PM
Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Audio (mp3)   Handout (pdf)

(INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED, BACB CEUs)
The evolution of Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior will be presented, with an update on its application using the VB-MAPP.


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Fascinating audio presentation by Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D on verbal behavior assessment for children with autism and the VB-MAPP

WORKSHOP : April 12-13, 2010 - Leesburg, VA - Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D- A Behavioral Approach to Language Assessment and Intervention

A BEHAVIORAL APPROACH TO LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION
Presented by Dr. Mark Sundberg, Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral

WHERE: The Aurora School,
420 Wildman Street, Leesburg, VA 20176

WHEN:  April 12-13, 2010, 8:30am-4:30pm*
*Coffee/Continental breakfast, water, and light snacks provided. Lunch is on your own.

Please visit The Aurora School for full details, costs and registration form

This workshop will teach participants how to use the VB-MAPP (the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program), to assess an individual’s language and social skills, and how to identify potential barriers that may inhibit a child’s development. The VB-MAPP is derived from behavior analysis, B.F. Skinner analysis of verbal behavior, and the developmental milestones of typical children.

• Identifying intervention priorities
• Using the VB-MAPP to determine an individualized language and social skills program
• Transition to a less restrictive environment
• Setting up a verbal behavior classroom or home program,
• Choosing augmentative communication systems,
• Data collection
• Reducing problem behavior 

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WORKSHOP : April 12-13, 2010 - Leesburg, VA - Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D- A Behavioral Approach to Language Assessment and Intervention

Highlights from the Penn State National Autism Conference 2009

The annual Penn State National Autism Conference is one of the great ones - because of the number of presentations, the stellar lineup of some of the best in autism intervention, and that they go to great lengths to generously make the content available to families and practitioners by webcasts, archiving of some presentations and some sales of video.

Here are some examples of archived video presentations [Quicktime & WindowsMedia], via Penn State WPSU PBS & NPR Member-Supported Public Media Serving Central Pennsylvania, that may be of interest in getting caught up and self-study.

The hope is that this "taste" will encourage readers to explore the Conference website and to take the opportunity to attend this conference, either in 2010 or in the future.

Penn State National Autism Conference 2009:

All presentations are 3 hours.

6 - Behavior Analytic Research in Autism - Carbone -Vincent Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA 
The Carbone Clinic
HANDOUT

This presentation will provide an overview of the contribution of applied behavior analytic research to the treatment of persons with autism.

7. Research in Communication Challenges of Learners with Autism- Joanne Gerenser, Ph.D., SLP-CCC,
The Eden II Programs
HANDOUT

This presentation will review research in language acquisition and development and discuss implications for assessment and intervention for children with autism.


3. Pennsylvania Project: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Headsprout Early Reading Program for Learners with Autism - Janet S. Twyman, Ph.D., BCBA
Headsprout
HANDOUT

This presentation will review the evaluation of Headsprout Early Reading with approximately 100 learners with autism in classrooms across Pennsylvania.


56. Using Automatic Reinforcement to Develop Skills in Learners with Autism - Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA
Marksundberg.com
HANDOUT

This session will highlight the role of automatic reinforcement in language acquisition and instruction.

26. Evidence-Based Strategies for Effective Early Intervention Programs-Jim Ball, Ed.D., BCBA-D
JB Autism Consulting
HANDOUT

This presentation will discuss seven systematic techniques for working with children with autism, focusing on teaching specific skills, enhancing motivation, and generalization training.


15. Assessment and Treatment of Problem Behavior in Educational Contexts - Brian Iwata, Ph.D.
University of Florida, Gainesville
HANDOUT

This presentation will review assessment methods for distinguishing between attention- and escape-maintained problem behavior and will describe a number of strategies for replacing problem behavior with more socially acceptable alternatives.

50. Educating Learners with Severe and Dangerous Behaviors: Ethical Considerations- Jose Martinez-Diaz, Ph.D., BCBA
Florida Institute of Technology
HANDOUT

 

 This presentation will cover recent developments in strategies for abating and decelerating severe and dangerous problem behavior, and developing, evoking, and accelerating alternative, pro-social behavior.

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Highlights from the Penn State National Autism Conference 2009

WORKSHOP: San Antonio, TX - Mark Sundberg on VB-MAPP

Language Assessment and Intervention Workshop - using the VB Mapp in intervention programs for children with Autism

Jan 27 -29, 2009
El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel in San Antonio, TX.
CEU's available.
For more information contact Brooke Lamartina at
210 435-1000 or or check it out on the web at www.autismcommunitynetwork-SA.org


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WORKSHOPS: 2009 Workshop Schedule of Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

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WORKSHOP: San Antonio, TX - Mark Sundberg on VB-MAPP

WORKSHOPS: 2009 Workshop Schedule of Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

Workshops and Presentations on language assessment and intervention conducted by Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

Those who are familiar with the original ABLLS and the VB-MAPP are probably already familiar with Dr. Sundberg's biography, but as a partial roundup of his credentials and background, see his biography page for full info.

Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA

Received his doctorate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Western Michigan University (1980), under the direction of Dr. Jack Michael.

Dr. Sundberg is the co-author of the books Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities , The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills: The ABLLS, A Collection of Reprints on Verbal Behavior, and The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (The VB-MAPP) . He has published over 45 professional papers, including a recent chapter titled “Verbal Behavior” in the new edition of Cooper, Heron, & Heward’s (2007) book Applied Behavior Analysis, 2e [Part X, Chapter 25.].

He is the founder and past editor of the journal The Analysis of Verbal Behavior , given over 450 conference presentations and workshops nationally and internationally, and has taught 80 college courses on behavior analysis, verbal behavior, sign language, and child development.

He currently conducts research and consults to schools and programs in the San Francisco Bay area.

His current listed schedule through the end of the year includes,

August 3-7, 2009
The National Autism Conference
The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel
Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania
Maps & Directions

Title: 56. Using Automatic Reinforcement to Develop Skills in Learners with Autism. (Intermediate/Advanced, BACB CEUs)
Mark Sundberg

This session will highlight the role of automatic reinforcement in language acquisition and instruction.

Date and time: Currently listed as Thursday, August 6 in the 9:00-noon session.

There is also a webcasting option offered
Fee for continuing education units (CEUs).
Free of charge if not seeking CEUs.

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September 17-18, 2009
Arkansas
Title and location: TBA
Department of Education: Special Education Unit
State of Arkansas
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October 15-17 2009
Indianapolis, IN
Title and location: TBA

The Hoosier Association for Behavior Analysis
1st Annual Conference
Indianapolis, IN
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October 22-23, 2009
Lynchburg, VA
Title and location: TBA
Blue Ridge Autism Center
Lynchburg, VA
For more information
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November 6-7, 2009
Florida Institute of Technology Annual Autism Conference
Gleason Performing Arts Center • Florida Tech Campus, Melbourne, FL

Conference: Friday, November 6th
Keynote—Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA , also
Workshop: Saturday, November 7th
Title: TBA

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WORKSHOPS: 2009 Workshop Schedule of Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA