Workshops and Talks
Guide to Managing Challenging Behaviours (formerly Managing Behaviour)
Do your students have challenging behaviour that is difficult to manage? If the answer is yes then this workshop is for you.
It will provide an introduction of broad-spectrum behaviour analysis in the form of the Pyramid Approach to Education. We will discuss why the creation of effective learning environments is a key element in effective behaviour management intervention. The Pyramid model stresses that functional activities and functional communication skills backed by powerful reinforcement systems are critical elements to designing effective interventions.
We also will review the importance of understanding the function of the behaviour target in order to effectively identify functionally equivalent alternative behaviours. Finally, we will review data collection strategies as well as ethical obligations associated with implementing any intervention plan.
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One-day workshop - PECS Advanced Training: Incorporating PECS Across the Day
All participants must have previously attended a two-day training workshop. When PECS is used spontaneously across the day it becomes a powerful communication system! The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a widely used AAC strategy for children and adults with communication difficulties. While it initially can be implemented within a structured setting, the successful use of the approach is dependent on the student communicating with PECS across the entire day, within both structured and incidental settings. This presentation will describe strategies for incorporating PECS across the whole day within functional contexts, with expectations for the student to use communication beyond single picture requests. Specifically, advanced PECS lessons that teach a variety of linguistic concepts and syntactical structures will be described. A selection of appropriate targets, creation of functional lessons and strategies for incorporating PECS within all activities will be discussed.Excellent course - as all PECS courses have been!
Delegate from Incorporating PECS Across the Day Glasgow March 2006 Really enjoyed course, I have learnt a lot and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Delegate from Incorporating PECS Across the Day Glasgow March 2006.
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One-day workshop - PECS Advanced Training: PECS Review, Practice & Problem Solving
Appropriate if you have already attended a two-day workshop and are already using PECS in the classroom or at home.
PECS Review, Practice and Problem Solving workshop focuses on our most recent suggestions for effectively implementing PECS at all of the phases. Participants will have opportunities to practice their PECS skills under the guidance of a Pyramid consultant, troubleshoot any implementation problems they may be having and share their successful and difficult cases.
Videotapes of participants implementing PECS can be reviewed at the training session (please contact us in advance). I really learned some new skills through todays workshop, and look forward to introducing some new ways of communication to our students. This was a very motivating day, I really enjoyed the day - Thanks!
Delegate from PECS Review workshop in Portlaoise March 2006.
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One-day workshop - Pyramid Approach to Asperger Syndrome
This practical workshop includes a brief review of Aspergers Syndrome, including related educational strengths and needs. These educational issues are then discussed within the context of the Pyramid Approach to Education, with special attention paid to proactive strategies in the areas of communication, social skills and self-management. Topics include how to tailor lesson design, teaching strategies, error correction, reinforcement strategies, and behaviour management strategies to the needs of these students. Participants will leave ready to apply these strategies and principles to the programs of their students with Asperger Syndrome. The workshop consists of a combination of lecture and small group activities.What You Will Learn:
How to define educational strengths and needs typically associated with Asperger Syndrome
How to identify proactive strategies for teaching these students based on the Pyramid Approach to Education
How to incorporate these proactive strategies within an overall effective educational program.
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One-day workshop - Teachers Guide to Organising and Managing the Classroom (formerly Setting Up An Effective Classroom)
This workshop has evolved from using the Pyramid Approach to Education when working in classes alongside teachers and support staff over the last 6 years. Through discussion, video and practical activities the workshop focuses on ways to create meaningful learning activities, motivate students, develop functional communication, organise resources to develop functional communication, communicate with and manage staff, consider strategies for pupils with communication difficulties to access the National Curriculum using PECS; the strategies can be applied to other modalities. Delegates will participate in practical activities designed to be useful in planning effective lessons, and will leave with easy to implement strategies to improve any educational environment. The workshop is relevant for those working with both primary and secondary aged students with communication difficulties.This workshop has given me a clear understanding of the importance of PECS and valuable stratergies that could meet individual needs.
Delegate from Setting Up An Effective Classroom in October 2006..
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One-day workshop - Teaching Communication Skills for Independence (formerly Teaching 9 Critical Communication Skills)
This workshop describes 9 critical functional communication skills required by all communicators, independent of their communicative modality. We will distinguish between communication that is spontaneous, responsive, or imitative. When people cannot initiate or otherwise calmly use these skills, many serious behavior problems are likely to arise.
The workshop will describe effective training strategies for children who speak or sign as well as those using augmentative or alternative communication systems. Having been ona 2-day PECS course - this course has answered a lot of the questions that I came across once I started using PECS - Great!
Delegate from Teaching 9 Critical Communication Skills workshop in Glasgow June 2005 ...Very useful course, found it very beneficial and practical.
Delegate from Teaching 9 Critical Communication Skills workshop in Cardiff March 2006..
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PECS Basic 2 Day Workshop
A 2-day workshop consisting of 13 hours of training on the background, rationale hands-on implementation of PECS. Also covered: the Pyramid Approach to Education; how to create effective learning environments; other visual strategies useful for communication and independence. This workshop is recommended for all parents professionals wishing to implement PECS effectively. It is also a requirement for anyone considering the PECS Implementers Certification.
I have been using PECS in my classroom for 4 or 5 years, but had been taught by others, who had been on the course. Now i have it from the horses mouth, and it is much better. I can see WHY the students have got stuck at a particular phase and what I should have done about it. I wish I had the opportunity at the beginning to do the course, I think my students would have made better progress. Hopefully my classroom can be more effective now.
Delegate from Norwich 2-day workshop March 2006
Very inspiring. I had been feeling very disheartened about my daughters non-ability to communicate. I now feel I have the tools to tackle this and take control.
Parent from Client 2-day workshop February 2007
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Supporting Older Students and Adults using PECS & the Pyramid Approach
This workshop will provide an exciting opportunity for an often neglected area: effective programming, including PECS, for older students and adults with complex needs. Anthony Castrogiovanni, a Pyramid consultant from the US, will present the workshop and it is hoped to include short paper presentations from people working in the field. Please contact jbiere@pecs.org.uk if you would like to make a short contribution to this workshop.
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For more information on any of the above, please contact enquiries at pyramid@pecs.org.uk >>
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