the autism around the world conference 2013

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Live translation to Arabic ترجمة فورية إلى اللغة العربية

Accreditation ID # 0437/2012 MOH-CME: 4 hours/ day for Conference MOH-CME: 2.5 hours/ workshop for February 6 MOH-CME: 1.5 hours/ workshop for February 7, 8 and 9

WELCOME TO THE AUTISM AROUND THE WORLD CONFERENCE 2013

Under the patronage of His Excellency Abdulrahman Bin Nasser Al Owais Minister of Health, Child Early Intervention Medical Center, in collaboration with U.A.E. Ministry of Health, Dubai Health Care City, Dubai Health Authority and the U.A.E. Autism Society would like to invite you to The Autism Around The World Conference 2013, which will be held on February 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2013 at the Zayed University, Convention Center, Academic City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Our theme “Success with ABA Therapy and Autism” plans to bring experts and families together in an energetic forum to address the full range of issues facing those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) today.

This year our speakers will discuss and share topics that are essential for the success of ABA and shall discuss topics related to their health and well being.

Our program is comprehensive with many hands on workshops being provided in English and in Arabic to give you the parent, professional, teacher or caregiver the necessary skills to implement new strategies at home, at schools and in the natural environment. The Autism Around The World Conference has gathered speakers from the USA, KSA and the UAE.

We strongly recommend that you participate in this very important event. Our ultimate goal is to empower families, individuals on the spectrum and professionals to make informed decisions. We guarantee that your support and presence will further assist us in bringing the best services to our children. We sincerely look forward to seeing you at The Autism Around The World Conference 2013. Together We Can Make A Difference. Sincerely, Dr Hibah Shata Carolina Tovar Head of Organizing Committee Co-Chair Organizing Committee

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Thursday, February 7, 2013 7:30 am — 8:30 am Registration

8:30 am — 9:00 am Opening Ceremony

9:00 am — 9:30 am Successful ABA Therapy For The Treatment Of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs).

Mr. Jason Garner, M.A.

10:00 am — 10:30 am Behavior Science and Its Applications.

Dr. Linda J. Parrott Hayes, Ph.D.

10:30 am — 11:00 am ABA Beyond Early Childhood: Using ABA For School Aged Children and Teens With Autism.

Mrs. Rany Thommen, M.Ed., BCBA.

11:00 am — 11:15 am Coffee Break

11:15 am — 11:45 am Using ABA and Proloquo2go To Facilitate Communication.

11:45 am — 12:15 pm Identification and Pivotal Response Treatment Of Infants At-Risk For Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Dr. Gia V. Ortega, PsyD, BCBA.

12:15 pm — 12:45 pm

Cognitive Issues and Related Testing. Mrs. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

12:45 pm — 1:15 pm Using ABA For Children With Feeding Problems.

1:15 pm — 2:00 pm

Lunch

9:30 am — 10:00 am The Seven Core Skills in Educating Children On The Autism Spectrum.

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Mrs. Jennifer Rose Crawford, BCaBA., M.S.ED.

Dr. Melissa L. Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D.


Friday, February 8, 2013 7:30 am — 8:30 am Registration

8:30 am — 9:00 am “Writing and Measuring Individual Education Objectives”.


9:00 am — 9:30 am Behavioral Intervention, A Speech Pathologist’s Perspective.

Ms. Maryam Hussain, M.H.Sc, CASLPO, Reg. Certified SLP.

9:30 am — 10:00 am

10:45 am — 11:15 am

Pivotal Response Treatment: Motivational Components In Autism Interventions Part II.


Executive Functioning - What it is and Why it’s Important.

10:00 am — 10:15 am

Coffee B r e a k

10:15 am — 10:45 am The Verbal Operants Of ABA.

Mrs. Jennifer Rose Crawford, M.S.ED, BCaBA.

11:45 am — 12:15 pm

Pivotal Response Treatment: Motivational Components In Autism Interventions Part I.

11:15 am — 11:45 pm

Using ABA To Address Tantrums, Aggression & Self-Injurious Behavior.


12:15 pm — 1:00 pm

Prayer Break

1:00 pm — 2:00 pm Lunch

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Saturday, February 9, 2013 7:30 am — 8:30 am Registration

8:30 am — 9:00 am “Social Skills Training For Individuals With Aspergers/High Functioning Autism”.


9:00 am — 9:30 am Ethical Issues For Behavior Analysts.


9:30 am — 10:00 am

10:45 am — 11:15 am Autism: Strategies For Diagnosis and Management. Dr. Shola Faniran, Ph.D., FRACP.

The Distinction Among Assessments and Curriculum In The Educational Role For Learners With Autism.

10:00 am — 10:30 am Options and Opportunities For Training In ABA.

Dr. Linda J. Parrott Hayes, Ph. D.

10:30 am — 10:45 am Coffee Break

11:15 am — 11:45 am Reinforcers: Not Everything You Thought They’d Be.

11:45 am — 12:15 pm Using ABA To Address Toilet Training.


12:15 pm — 12:45 pm

Assessment Of Children With Severe Language Disorders and Compromised Communication Skills.

Dr. Yaser Al-Sa’bi, Ph.D., CCC-SLP.

12:45 pm — 1:15 pm Skillful Prompting Is A Key Tool In The Learning Process.

Mrs. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

5:30 pm— 6:00 pm Closing Ceremony

1:15 pm — 2:00 pm Lunch


Mrs. Jennifer Rose Crawford, M.S.ED, BCaBA.

Mrs. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

Saturday 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm Closing Ceremony

Autism Around The World Conference 2013 Workshop Schedule


Wednesday, February 6 Pre Conference Workshop

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Hall 2 Time: 9:30pm-4:30pm The K.E.Y.S To A Well Managed Classroom. Mrs. Jennifer Rose Crawford, M.S.ED, BCaBA.

Hall 1 Time: 9:30am-4:30pm Best Practices In The D i a g n o s i s a n d Evaluation Of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Dr. Gia V. Ortega, PsyD, BCBA.

Thursday, February 7

Hall 1 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Understanding Crafting Ethical Obligations. Mrs. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

Hall 2 Time: 3:30pm -5:30pm Staff Training With The Principles Of ABA. Mrs. Jennifer Rose Crawford, M.S.ED, BCaBA.

Hall 1 Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm Natural Environment Training: Contrasting Natural Environment Training (NET) & Discreet Trial Training (DTT). Mr. Jason Garner, M.A.

Hall 2 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Social Skills Training For I n d i v i d u a l s W i t h A s p e r g e r s / H i g h Functioning Autism. Mrs. Rany Thommen, M.Ed., BCBA.

Hall 3 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Classroom Modifications: Practical Suggestions. Arabic Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha, Ph.D.

Hall 3 Time: 3:30pm – 5:30pm A p p l i c a t i o n s O f Behavior Analysis ( A B A ) T o T h e Treatment Of Autism. Arabic Mrs. Kariman Hamami, B.A. Psychology.

Hall 3 Time: 9:30am-4:30pm A p p l i e d B e h a v i o r A n a l y s i s ( A B A ) : Applications In The School Setting. Mr. Jason Garner, M.A.

Hall 4 Time: 9:30pm-4:30pm Using ABA For Children With Feeding Problems. Dr. Melissa L. Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D.

Hall 5 Time: 9:30pm-4:30pm E n h a n c i n g Communication Skills For Children With Autism. Arabic Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha, Ph.D.

5القاعة رقم 4:30 –صباحا 9:30الساعة مساءا

تنمية مھارات التواصل لدى باللغة العربية -المصابين بالتوحد

Ph.D. محمد علي فتيحه.د

3القاعة رقم مساءا 3:30 –مساءا 2:00الساعة

مقترحات : تنظيم البيئة الصيفية عملية

Ph.D. محمد علي فتيحه.د

3القاعة رقم 5:30 –مساءا 3:30الساعة مساءا

برنامج تحليل السلوك التطبيقي األطفال المصابين بإضطراب التوحد كاريمان حمامي

B.Aعلم نفس

Saturday 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm Closing Ceremony

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Hall 1 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Using ABA To Address Tantrums, Aggression, and Self-injurious Behavior. Dr. Melissa L. Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D.

Hall 2 Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm O p t i o n s a n d Opportunities For Training In ABA. Dr. Linda J. Parrott Hayes, Ph.D.

Hall 3 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Social Difficulties For Children With Autism & Therapeutic Strategies. Arabic Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha, Ph.D.

Hall 1 Time: 3:30pm – 5:30pm Using ABA To Teach Executive Functioning (EF) Skills. Mr. Jason Garner, M.A.

Hall 3 Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm Assessment Of Children With Severe Language D i s o r d e r s a n d C o m p r o m i s e d Communication Skills. Arabic Dr. Yaser Al-Sa’bi, Ph.D., CCC-SLP.

Hall 2 Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm Critical Skills For Social Success. Mrs. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

Friday, February 8 Saturday, February 9

Hall 1 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Theory Of Mind and Its Impact On Social Skills. Mr. Jason Garner, M.A.

Hall 1 Time: 3:30pm -5:30pm A p p l i e d V e r b a l Behavior. Mrs. Rebecca Ryan J.D., M.Ed., BCBA.

Hall 2 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Using Augmented Communication Devices and I-pads For Communication. Dr. Melissa L. Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D.

Hall 2 Time: 3:30 pm -5:30pm Writing and Measuring Individual Education Objectives. Mrs. Rany Thommen, M.Ed., BCBA. Hall 3

Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBOT) and Autism. Mr. Steve Cronin, M.A. Mrs. Jacqueline Lee

Hall 4 Time: 2:00pm –3:30pm Building Skills To Unleash Potentials: Training Using The Principles Of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Arabic Part I Ms. Cherine Basfer, M.Sc., BCBA.

Hall 4 Time: 3:30pm -5:30pm Building Skills To Unleash Potentials: Training Using The Principles Of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Arabic Part II Ms. Cherine Basfer, M.Sc., BCBA.

3القاعة رقم –مساءا 2:00الساعة

مساءا3:30 الصعوبات اإلجتماعية لدى أطفال

لتوحد واستراتيجيات التعامل معھاا Ph.D. محمد علي فتيحه.د

3القاعة 5:30 –مساءا 3:30الساعة مساءا

طرق تقييم وتشخيص األطفال ذوي اإلضطرابات اللغوية الشديدة

والمھارات التواصلية المحدودةياسر نعمان الصعبي.د

Ph.D., CCC-SLP

مساءا 2:00الساعة 4القاعة رقم مساءا 3:30 –

: بناء المھارات إلطالق اإلمكانياتالتخطيط العالجي باستخدام

-مبادىء تحليل السلوك التطبيقياللغة العربية –الجزء األول

األخصائية شيرين محمد بصفرM.Sc., BCBA

4القاعة مساءا 5:30 -مساءا3:30الساعة

: بناء المھارات إلطالق اإلمكانياتالتخطيط العالجي باستخدام مبادىء

الجزء -تحليل السلوك التطبيقياللغة العربية –الثاني

األخصائية شيرين محمد بصفرM.Sc., BCBA.

Hall 4 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm G c M A F e r a d i c a t e s autism in 15% of cases Marco Ruggiero, MD, Ph.D.

Dr. Gia V. Ortega is a Clinical Psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Her clinical experience dates back to 2002 when she became a behavior therapist for children with autism. She received her formal ABA training from Penn State University in 2005, an Autism certification in 2007 and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Ponce School of Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico in 2008. Dr. Ortega owns and directs a pediatric clinic focusing on assessments and treatments of developmental disorders. Her current interests include Pivotal Response Training for children with autism, psychological assessments, peer mediated interventions, and parent trainings.



Jason Garner is the Clinical Director of Applied Behavioral Analysis at the Child Early Intervention Medical Center in Dubai. He graduated as a Behavior Analyst with a B.A in Psychology from The University of Southern California and completed an M.A. in Psychology from The University of Nevada. He has worked in the field of ABA for 18 years and has provided in- school district supervision and training and has taught parents and therapists how to deliver ABA programs that have been specifically designed for many children of ages ranging from 1.5 years to 22 years. He provides workshops on challenging behaviors, and teaches individuals how to implement behavior support programs in the home, community and school settings. Furthermore, he provides consultative support to individual families and school districts in several other countries.

Dr. Gia V. Ortega, PsyD, BCBA

Dr. Melissa Olive, Ph.D., B.C.B.A-D

Dr. Olive co-founded Applied Behavioral Strategies, LLC in 2010. She oversees ABA services for children with autism and developmental disorders and she is adjunct faculty at the University of Saint Joseph. She serves on two Editorial Review Boards and is a guest reviewer for the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Missy has published 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. In addition to her research on communication intervention and challenging behavior, Missy has a strong interest in family issues related to children with disabilities. Since 1993, she has cared for and advocate on behalf of her brother, Mac, an adult with autism and intellectual disability.

Mrs. Rebecca Ryan is Executive Director of Sandbox Strategies, a behavioral consulting entity. She began working with children with autism in 1997 as an ABA specialist, and continues to work with children and families, assisting with program planning and intensive interventions. As part of her outreach services, she presents on ABA and related topics at conferences for parents and professionals.

Ms. Rebecca Ryan, J.D., M.Ed., B.C.B.A

Ms. Jennifer Rose Crawford M.S.ED, BCaBA

Mrs. Jennifer Crawford distinguished educator in the field of early childhood education for children with autism, Mrs. Crawford is also the founder and Executive Director of The Learning Lane, an educational center for children with autism and other developmental challenges. Leading a team of teaching professionals, Mrs. Crawford is committed to the continuous development of her teaching staff in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Moreover, she is dedicated to creating awareness and educating the local community on children with autism.


Dr. Linda J. Parrott Hayes, Ph.D.

Dr. Linda J. Parrott Hayes is a Distinguished International Professor at the University of Nevada-Reno, USA. She founded the Behavior Analysis Program at UNR, which recently received the prestigious Enduring Contributions to Behavior Analysis Award from the Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis. Dr. Hayes also founded and directs the University’s Satellite Programs in Behavior Analysis. She is a former President of the Association for Behavior Analysis International and currently chairs the Association’s Education Board. Dr. Hayes has published extensively in the areas of complex human behavior and the philosophy of behavior science.

Ms. Thommen is the Executive Director of ABA Today, LLC an in-home Applied Behavior Analysis program in Central Texas. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has been working with individuals with Autism for over 10 years. She holds a Masters degree in Autism and Developmental Disabilities from the University of Texas-Austin. She also sits on the advisory board of parent and professional organizations.

Rany Thommen, M.Ed., BCBA

Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha is an assistant professor of Special Education at the Abu Dhabi University. Dr. Fteiha holds a PhD in Special Education, Master in Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Disorder. He has worked as Head of Speech- Communication Unit at Dubai Autism Center and has been an ADOS examiner. He was awarded the Khalifa Award for Education in 2012, awarded the Princess Haya Award for Special Education as Outstanding Speech therapist and Employee of the year 2008 and was also awarded by Harvard Medical School Dubai Center the TAMAYOZ award for health care professional 2007. Has been working with children and young people who have Special Needs and Autism for over 10 years. Dr. Fteiha has participated and attended local and international conferences about ASD and Communication.


Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha, Ph.D.

Mrs. Kariman Hamami has been working with children with special needs for over 10 years, she took upon several roles including a classroom head teacher, ABA therapist and ABA program supervisor. Kariman has attained a Bachelors of Psychology, completed a BCABA course from Florida’s Institute of Technology and two intensive Applied Behavior analysis course. In addition, Kariman holds a teacher training college certificate. Kariman mainly focuses on developing and implementing programs for children between the ages 24 months and 15 years. Currently at the Child Learning and Enrichment Medical Center, Kariman is a head teacher for our learning day program and is also in charge of the “After School Learning” support program. Ms. Kariman Hamami

B.A. Psychology

Dr. Shola Faniran graduated from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria before relocating to Australia. She obtained a PhD in Medicine from the University of Sydney Australia in 1998. The focus of Dr. Shola’s PhD was childhood asthma. After her PhD, Dr. Shola went on to complete her paediatric training at the Sydney Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. She completed her subspecialty training in Child Development and Behavior and Child Protection. Dr. Shola is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics and Child Health). Dr. Shola has over 20 years experience in paediatrics with the last 7 years focused mainly on developmental and behavioural paediatrics. She has published widely in refereed international journals and presented several conference papers in child health and development. She currently produces a monthly digest of selected key articles from the medical literature about child health and developmental behavioural disorders, compiled for educators, school health workers and medical practitioners in the U.A.E. Dr. Shola currently consults in General Paediatrics at the Dubai London Clinic and Developmental Paediatrics at the Child Learning and Enrichment Medical Centre.

Dr. Shola Faniran, Ph.D, FRACP

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Ms. Cherine Basfer, M.S., BCBA®

Ms. Cherine Basfer is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, currently the Clinical Supervisor at the ABA Division, Jeddah Institute for Speech and Hearing in Saudi Arabia. She graduated with a Master of Science in Behavior Analysis from Simmons College, Boston. She has been working with children with special needs for 10 years. She conducts curriculum-based and functional behavioral assessments, as well as develops individualized behavior plans and educational programming for each child. She has been supervising and training behavior therapists, ABA case managers, and candidates for board certification, as well as providing consultation for different divisions within the Institute including Speech and Language Pathology Division and Oral Rehabilitation Division.

Ms. Maryam Hussain, M.H.Sc, CASLPO Reg. Certified SLP

Ms. Maryam Hussain completed her Bachelors degree Honours in Psychology from York University in 2005. She then received her Masters degree in Health Sciences, specializing in Speech-Language Pathology, from University of Toronto in 2008. She is a Canadian Board Certified Speech - Language Pathologist and possesses certifications in Hanen and PROMPT programs. She has extensive clinical experience as an instructor therapist implementing behaviour analysis programs for children with developmental delays. Maryam is currently working in Saudi Arabia at Saudi Aramco Medical Services Organization as a pediatric Speech – Language Pathologist with emphasis in the areas of Early Intervention and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Dr. Yaser Al-Sa’bi, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Dr. Yaser Al-Sa’bi has a Ph.D. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Howard University, Washington, DC, USA in 2007. He also holds M.A. in Speech Pathology & Audiology from San Jose State University, California, USA in 1999. Dr. Al Sa’bi obtained his M.A. in Speech Pathology & Communication Disorders from the University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan, in August 1994, and B.A. in English Language and Literature from Yarmouk University, Jordan in January 1989,

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Natural Environment Training: Contrasting (NET) & DTT. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm

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Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA): Applications in the School . 9:30 am-4:30 pm

Using ABA For Children With Feeding Problems. 9:30 am-4:30 pm


The K.E.Y.S To A Well Managed Classroom. 9:30 am-4:30 pm

Best Practices In The Diagnosis and Evaluation Of Autism Spectrum Disorders. 9:30 am-4:30 pm

Enhancing Communication Skills for Children with Autism - Arabic. 9:30 am-4:30 pm

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Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & understanding Crafting Ethical Obligations. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Social Skills Training for Individuals with Aspergers/High Functioning Autism. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Classroom Modifications: Practical Suggestion - Arabic. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm

Staff Training with The Principles of ABA. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Application of Behavior Analysis (ABA) To the Treatment of Autism - Arabic. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm

Using ABA to address tantrums, aggression, and Self-injurious Behavior. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Options and Opportunities for training in ABA. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Social Difficulties for children with Autism and Therapeutic Strategies - Arabic. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm

Using ABA to teach Executive Function Skills. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm

Critical Skills for Social Success. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Assessments of Children with Severe Language Disorders and Compromised 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Communication Skills - Arabic.

Theory of Mind and its Impact on Social Skills. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Using Augmented Communication Devices and I-pads for communication. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Autism. 2:00 pm-3:30 pm

Building Skills to Unleash Potentials: Training Using the Principles of Applied 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Behavior Analysis - Arabic Part I.

Building Skills to Unleash Potentials: Training Using the Principles of Applied 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Behavior Analysis - Arabic Part II.

Applied Verbal Behavior. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Writing and Measuring Individual Education Objectives. 3:30 pm-5:30 pm

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