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T.R.E. Center’s AT:LASTS Project

proudly presents

 

Mary Sweig Wilson, Ph.D. (F-CCC-SLP)

Professor Emerita, Communication Sciences, University of Vermont

President, Laureate Learning Systems

 

“Current Linguistic Theory and Research:

Implications for Language Intervention”

 

 

This engaging and thought provoking session will focus on theory and evidence based practices for improving clinical outcomes for children with language impairments regardless of etiology. Keeping up with developments in linguistics seems an impossible task when added to all the other areas that demand attention yet knowledge of linguistic theory should inform how we intervene with students who have language impairments. This presentation will begin with a tutorial on the dominant current linguistic theory (Chomsky’s Minimalist Program).

 

Participants will then learn how to apply the linguistic theory and research to their intervention practices. Evidence based software will be demonstrated that shows how linguistic theory and research can inform intervention. The development of this software was supported by grants from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). Efficacy data will be presented.

 

All participants will receive a CD that tests a range of syntax forms and a training module that trains 1st & 2nd Pronouns and demonstrates how Optimized Intervention® can deliver services automatically.

When and Where is the workshop?
Friday, March 10, 2006
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
T.R.E. Center, Maywood School
1979 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205

To register, fill out this form and fax it to 518-464-6353

What is the schedule?
3:45 Arrival and Registration
4:00 Introduction and Overview
5:00 Light Refreshments
5:10 Evidence Based Practices
6:00 Wrap up, evaluation and Raffle

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Anyone interested in language development and improving clinical outcomes

for Students with Language Impairments.
FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC