[b]Register now for the 2008 AET Annual Conference - “Changing the Brain: New Research on Brain Plasticity.” [/b]
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The conference will be held [b]October 23-26 [/b]at the beachside Kona Kai Resort on Shelter Island in San Diego. [u][b]All professionals who work with individuals with learning disabilities are encouraged to attend![/b][/u]
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The program will feature [b]Keynote Dr. Susan L. Smalley [/b]presenting “Self-Regulation and Learning: Mindfulness Training in the Genomic Era” and [b]Opening Speaker Dr. Charles A. Ahern[/b] presenting “The Learning Zone: Understanding Brain-Based Principles of Learning.”
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There will be a number of exciting breakouts covering topics such as dyslexia, ADHD, Asperger’s, struggling readers, case management, and many more. The conference will also offer a variety of social events and Exhibit Hall!
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[b]Conference attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about:[/b]
· the neurobiology of self-regulation.
· the impact of cognitive load on learning.
· activities that promote resiliency.
· multisensory strategies to enhance memory.
· the effect of theory of mind deficits on student progress.
· health issues associated with learning disabilities.
· techniques to improve reading fluency and comprehension.
· components of an effective writing program.
· the collaborative skills of case management.
· mediated learning and Socratic questioning.
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[b]Visit AET’s website to get more information and register![/b]
[b][url]http://www.aetonline.org/registration[/url][/b]
[Modified by: Association of Educational Therapists on August 28, 2008 05:21 PM]