Speech-Language Pathology Credit

The program offers up to 1.6 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area). These credits are available for attendance at the conference only. See below for credits for individual pre-conference workshops.

CONFERENCE: FEBRUARY 12-14, 2015

Making Lasting Memories: Using Brain Science to Boost Memory, Thinking and Learning

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

SLP participants will be able to:

• Explain the latest brain research on memory, emotions and learning (1)
• Apply strategies to increase retention, thinking and problem solving (2)
• Use gestures, movement and action to improve thinking, language and math skills (3)
• Teach students “how to learn” and classroom strategies to make them more “active” (4)
• Provide mastery over complex knowledge and help students avoid the wrong ways to study (5)
• Train the brain using technology to improve working memory and reasoning (6)
• Explain the advantages of test-enhanced methods, spaced practices and forgetting (7)
• Examine the benefits of kinesthetics and hands-on activities for longer memory (8)
• Understand how sleep, exercise, movement, dance and gestures boost memory recall (9)
• Apply "desirable difficulties" and discussions in class to enhance student comprehension (10)
• Provide strategies for mnemonics, metacognition and metamemory (11)
• Connect Common Core Standards to memory and active learning (12)

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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS - FEBRUARY 12, 2015 - 8:30 AM - 12:35 PM

The program is offered for .4 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area). These credits are available for attendance at this pre-conference workshop only.

#1. Understanding, Assessing and Strengthening Working Memory

Workshop Schedule: 8:30am - 12:35pm, with a 5 minute break

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

SLP participants will be able to:

• Identify different types of working memory
• Explain how to assess working memory using a selective testing approach
• Describe several interventions for working memory deficits

Presented by Milton J. Dehn, EdD, NCSP. 

Financial disclosure – Milton Dehn is receiving an honorarium for his presentation and also has a financial relationship with Wiley Publishing. Additionally he plans to reference/cover contents of his book(s) during the conference and use examples (case studies) or experiences from his private practice during the conference. Non-financial disclosure – Milton Dehn has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS - FEBRUARY 12, 2015 - 8:30 AM - 12:35 PM

The program is offered for .4 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area). These credits are available for attendance at this pre-conference workshop only. 

#2.Strategies for Test-Taking and Studying

Workshop Schedule: 8:30am - 12:35pm, with a 5 minute break

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

SLP participants will be able to:

• Describe the different reasons why students struggle with organization and time-management
• Develop strategies for responding to multiple choice, true/false, short answer and essay responses on exams
• Discuss simple ways of motivating students to become their own best advocate

Presented by Kathleen M. Kryza, MA and Ana R. Homayoun, MA.

Financial disclosure – Kathleen Kryza is receiving an honorarium for her presentation and also has a financial relationship with Corwin Press. Additionally she plans to reference/cover contents of her book(s) during the conference. Non-financial disclosure – Kathleen Kryza has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Financial disclosure – Ana Homayoun is receiving an honorarium for her presentation. Non-financial disclosure – Ana Homayoun has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS - FEBRUARY 12, 2015 - 8:30 AM - 12:35 PM

The program is offered for .4 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area). These credits are available for attendance at this pre-conference workshop only.

#3. Managing and Engaging Students in the Common Core Classroom

Workshop Schedule: 8:30am - 12:35pm, with a 5 minute break

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

SLP participants will be able to:

• Identify a major shift in thinking about Common Core skills
• Discuss methods to create a classroom culture that supports the development of Common Core skills
• Develop a plan to implement changes and strategies in your classroom

Presented by Bryan C. Harris, EdD.

Financial disclosure – Bryan Harris is receiving an honorarium for his presentation. Non-financial disclosure – Bryan Harris has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS - FEBRUARY 12, 2015 - 8:30 AM - 12:35 PM

#4. The Power of Technology Student-Centered Classrooms and Common Core