Evaluating Autism Spectrum Disorders with the ASRS: New Data and New Ideas

This presentation begins with a brief overview of historical and current definitions of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and presentation of a large epidemiological study of the disorder. This study, based on the Autism Spectrum Rating Scale (Goldstein & Naglieri, 2009) standardization and validity samples, provides important insights into the nature of ASD. These data as well as data from other research sources demonstrate a changing pattern of core symptoms in autism. The presentation will include examination of the structure of the ASRS (both full and short forms), reliability and validity, studies, interpretation, treatment planning, and online administration methods. Current information will be provided concerning the most widely used and well developed instruments to help diagnose autism.

SLD, RTI, Cognitive Processing and Intervention: A Rational Solution

This workshop will explain how children with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) can be identified in a manner that meets requirement of IDEA 2004 (e.g., nonbiased assessment using reliable and valid measures). First, an examination of the scientific merit of the Response to Intervention (TRI) approach will be provided. Second, an examination of the scientific merit of and the use of the Planning, Attention, Simultaneous, Successive (PASS neuropsychological ) theory of ability will be provided. The diagnostic use of the IDEA definition of SLD will be illustrated using the PASS theory as measured by the Cognitive Assessment System and validity examined. Emphasis will be placed on empirically based interventions and case studies provided.

PRESENTER'S BIOGRAPHY

Jack A. Naglieri, Ph.D. is Professor of Psychology and holds an appointment as a senior Research Scientist at the Devereux Foundation's Institute for Clinical Training and Research. He is a Fellow of APA Division 16 and recipient of APA Division 16 2001 Senior Scientist Award. Dr. Naglieri worked as a school psychologist in the New York area (1974-1977), obtained his Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Georgia (1979), and taught school psychology at Northern Arizona University (1979-1982) and the Ohio State University (1982 to 2000). The author of more than 250 publications, his recent efforts include SLD eligibility determination, cognitive assessment, cognitive interventions, and measurement of psychopathology and resilience. He has published a number of tests, including the Cognitive Assessment System, Wechsler Nonverbal Scale of Ability, and the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Tests; and books including Essentials of CAS Assessment, Essentials of Wechsler Nonverbal Assessment, and Helping Children Learn.

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Thursday, February 4, 2010

TIME SCHEDULE: ACCREDITATION: 0.5 CEU credits will be awarded --NASP APPROVED PROVIDER 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Registration /Coffee and Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. �11:00 a.m. Workshop 11:00 a.m. -12:00p.m. Lunch on your own 12:00 p.m. � 3:00 p.m. Workshop 3:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. CEU Distribution

REGISTRATION FORM - RETURN BY Friday, January 29, 2010(* Space is limited so a prompt response is required*)

CASP's next Executive Board meeting will be held on 2/4/2010 after the Jack Naglieri presentation at the Hartford Marriott in Farmington, CT. The EB meeting will run from 3:45 to 5pm. We welcome those CASP members that attend the Naglieri workshop to stay and join us for the meeting. We also welcome those that are not able to attend the daytime workshop. You will have the opportunity to see what occurs at EB meetings and to hear about what is currently happening in the state of CT in the field of school psychology. We look forward to seeing many of you there.