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Upcoming events

    • 21 Mar 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Radford University, Heth Hall, Room 104
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                   Spring 2024 Southwest Regional Workshop

                                        March 21, 2024

                                      Radford University


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    TOPICS: Applied Uses of Generative AI for School Psychology


    Workshop Description: This interactive presentation and workshop aims to provide acomprehensive exploration of the practical applications of generative AI technology. It caters to both individuals with some exposure to AI and those seeking a deeper understanding of this technology. Participants will delve into the workings of advanced AI systems like Sophia, the AI Robot, and ChatGPT, and their potential to revolutionize approaches to work.


    The workshop will cover the fundamental concepts of generative AI, delving into its capabilities and limitations. It will also address ethical considerations and explore real-world applications of generative AI in academic and behavioral interventions, counseling, and classroom support. Participants will gain a practical understanding of how generative AI can enhance their work and address various challenges.


    Learning Objectives:

    1. Gain foundational AI knowledge: An introductory understanding of Artificial Intelligence and how it is revolutionizing many aspects of our lives.

    Insights into the development and operation of AI models, including data collection, processing, and the nature of AI-driven responses and interactions.


    2. Identify AI Applications and Limitations: Discuss what AI tools excel at, where they fall short, and how to effectively integrate them into practice.


    3. Interactive AI Experience: Learn examples of AI use cases in the field of

    school psychology. Opportunities to conceptualize and discuss potential AI use

    cases specific to applied contexts, encouraging practical application ideas.


    4. Engage with AI Ethically and Legally: Navigate the ethical considerations, confidentiality issues, and the evolving legislative landscape surrounding the use of AI.


    5. Prepare for the Future of AI in Education: Equip yourself with the knowledge to ask the right questions about AI and its future role in our lives and work. Stay ahead of the curve by using resources to understand potential future developments in AI.



    Presenter: Teresa Ristow, an Assistant Professor of Industrial/Organizational

    Psychology at Radford University, obtained her Ph.D. in I-O Psychology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 2023. Her research is centered around utilizing natural language processing and computational methodologies in personnel selection and recruitment, aiming to reduce bias in machine learning methodologies. Teresa has not only presented but also conducted multiple workshops at annual conferences, exploring the integration of AI into the workplace. The TOAD (Technology in Organizational and Applied Disciplines) lab, actively maintained by Teresa at Radford University, aims to engage students in applied research endeavors, providing them with effective I-O career skills. Furthermore, she places great emphasis on teaching, incorporating AI and associated technology into the classroom, and sharing knowledge about the effective use of such tools.




    The Ziggurat Model: Providing a Framework for Designing Comprehensive Strategies and Supports for Students with Autism


    Workshop Description: Join Virginia Tech's Training and Technical Assistance Center (VT T/TAC) as they discuss the Ziggurat Model. From the Ziggurat Group's Website, "The Ziggurat Model is a framework designed to meet underlying needs while capitalizing on strengths.


    For more than 15 years, the Ziggurat Model has been helping autistic individuals, parents, teachers, and professionals to navigate autism. It’s a complete system equipped with strategies and support, designed to make a complicated subject simple.


    There’s no doubt that you’ve found plenty of research about autism. But have you found an effective plan with interventions specific to the autistic person you’re working with?"


    VT T/TAC Staff will discuss the basics of the Ziggurat Model and how school

    psychologists could utilize it in their FBA practices and beyond.


    Learning Objectives

    At the completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

    ● Understand the framework of the Ziggurat Model and how it was developed.

    ● Understand how the information provided by the Ziggurat assessment could

    be used by FBA/BIP teams.

    ● Comprehend the skill areas and levels assessed using the Ziggurat.

    ● Utilize resources to help IEP and RtI teams develop specific plans for

    addressing individual strengths and weaknesses.


    Presenters: Staff from Virginia Tech Training and Technical Assistance Center

    (VT-TTAC). The mission of the Training & Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC) is to improve educational opportunities and contribute to the success of children and youth with disabilities (birth–22 years). This mission is two-fold; first, to increase the capacity of schools, school personnel, service providers, and families to meet the needs of children and youth with disabilities and, second, to foster the state improvement goals for personnel development, which address improving the performance of children and youth with disabilities, by enhancing the knowledge, skills, abilities, and performance of all personnel who work with them.



    Agenda


    9:00 a.m. Registration and Networking

    9:30 a.m. The Ziggurat Model

    12:00 p.m. Lunch on your own

    1:00 p.m. Applied Uses of Generative AI for School Psychology

    (Program should end by 3:00 p.m.)


    VASP is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to

    offer professional development for psychologists. VASP maintains

    responsibility for the program. 5.5 NASP CPD credits will be awarded to

    participants who attend this workshop in its entirety. Credits may also be

    used for recertification by the Virginia Department of Education if

    approved by the attendees' school division. This training is directly

    related to the scope of practice of clinical psychology and is considered

    eligible for Virginia Board of Psychology CE credit under

    18VAC125-20-122 and § 54.1-3606.1


    *Inclement weather: Participants will be notified via email if the

    workshops are postponed or are canceled due to inclement weather.

    *Refunds will be offered if participants are unable to attend the

    workshop.


    Location

    * Site is Handicap Accessible

    Radford University

    Heth Hall

    Room 014


Past events

19 Oct 2023 VASP 2023 Fall Conference
02 Jun 2023 VASP 2023 Spring Conference
30 Mar 2023 VASP Spring 2023 Southwest Regional Workshop
16 Nov 2022 Fall 2022 Southwest Regional Workshop
22 Sep 2022 VASP 2022 Fall Conference
20 May 2022 VASP 2022 Spring Webinar Conference
04 Mar 2022 VASP Spring 2022 Southwest Regional Workshop
12 Nov 2021 Fall 2021 Southwest Regional Workshop
27 Sep 2021 VASP 2021 Fall Conference
14 May 2021 VASP 2021 Spring Webinar Conference
22 Apr 2021 Spring 2021 VASP Social Justice Book Club
30 Oct 2020 VASP 2020 Fall Webinar Conference
08 May 2020 VASP 2020 Spring Webinar Conference
26 Sep 2019 VASP 2019 Fall Conference
10 May 2019 VASP 2019 Spring Conference
09 Apr 2019 Southwest Regional VASP Workshop - Abingdon
08 Apr 2019 Southwest Regional VASP Workshop - Roanoke
16 Nov 2018 CANCELLED - Southwest Regional VASP Workshop - Abingdon
15 Nov 2018 CANCELLED - Southwest Regional VASP Workshop - Roanoke
20 Sep 2018 VASP 2018 Fall Conference
27 Apr 2018 VASP 2018 Spring Conference
09 Nov 2017 Southwest Virginia Regional 2017 Fall Conference
22 Oct 2017 North Carolina School Psychology Association Fall Conference
20 Oct 2017 Ethics and Intelligence Test Interpretation: Measurement Matters
28 Sep 2017 VASP 2017 Fall Conference
18 May 2017 VAPT come play with us!! Conference
10 Mar 2017 VASP 2017 Spring Conference
09 Oct 2016 North Carolina School Psychology Association Fall Conference
07 Oct 2016 54th Annual Children’s Mental Health Symposium
29 Sep 2016 VASP Fall Conference
09 Sep 2016 True Colors Shining Bright: Providing Counseling and Supports for LGBTQ++ Youth
09 Aug 2016 VDOE Presents Working Together: Coordinating School Mental Health Supports
20 May 2016 Spring 2016 Richmond Regional Conference
19 May 2016 Smart but Scattered: Improving Executive Skills to Promote School Success
25 Apr 2016 Spring 2016 VASP Tidewater Regional Conference: Dr. Cecil R. Reynolds
22 Apr 2016 Spring 2016 VASP Northern Regional Conference: Dr. Jennifer Mascolo
11 Mar 2016 Spring 2016 VASP Southwest Regional Conference: Abingdon
10 Mar 2016 Spring 2016 VASP Southwest Regional Conference: Roanoke
24 Sep 2015 VASP Fall Conference
11 Aug 2015 School Psychology-School Social Worker Summer Institute
29 Apr 2015 PREPaRE Workshops 1 & 2
27 Mar 2015 VASP Annual Spring Convention: Fiefer presenting The Neuropsychology of Reading Disorders
10 Nov 2014 School Psychology Awareness Week
16 Oct 2014 VPA/VASP Fall Convention
23 Apr 2014 VPA/VASP Spring Convention
10 Oct 2013 VPA Fall Conference
        


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