October 15, 2024
Virtual
Conference
Our one-day conference will start with a keynote address from Dr. Bondy and Ms. Frost on how The Pyramid Approach to Education® guides our clinical processes, including those associated with implementing PECS. The Pyramid Approach provides a series of questions to ask regarding what to teach as well as how to teach. Over the years, we have developed a model for creating classrooms and programs to implement the Pyramid Approach in which the entire professional and paraprofessional staff are trained. We will briefly review the most recent developments and outcomes associated with creating these Pyramid Certified Classrooms (PCC) around the world.
The day will continue with a talk that provides practical applications to embed communication opportunities into every lesson, whether at school, home, or in the community. Another presentation reviews current trends in Alternative/Augmentative Communication and how to determine what is the best fit for your learners. Next, dive into cultural considerations that will emphasize the importance of incorporating culturally relevant values into every lesson. At the end of the day, we will guide you through frequent challenges in teaching and how to design effective lessons that efficiently lead to significant learning that will be maintained over time.