THE SWAN AND DOLPHIN RESORTORLANDO, FLJUNE 27 , 2014
Welcome to the AG Bell Convention
Convention Overview
Education ProgramChildren’s ProgramNetworking and Socializing Research SymposiumThe AG Bell appExhibit Hall and Knowledge CenterRegistration Desk and CEU Desk
Education Program
No additional fee or registration is required48 concurrent sessions, 90 minutes in lengthSix learning tracks during most time slotsUp to 24 instructional hours/CEUs are
availablePoster SessionTips on selecting sessionsParticipate. Learn. Ask questions.
Opening General Session
WelcomeAG Bell awardsPresident’s addressKeynote presentation
from Rosalind Wiseman
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. (Swan Ballroom)
Continuing Education Units
Forms and information in the program bookQuestions? Visit the CEU desk near
registrationAll sessions are approved by the AG Bell
Academy, AAA and ASHACertificates of Learning also availableAll completed forms must be submitted by
6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 29
Which Sessions Should I Attend?
Panel sessions with families, teens or adults with hearing loss are a great opportunity to hear from others who “have been in your shoes.”
Sessions to help children develop language, listening and reading skills are appropriate for anyone
Adults with hearing loss report great value in sessions about communication technologies; advocacy strategies; how to impact their communities; and effective communication.
The Learning Labs sessions are presented by our manufacturing and program partners to describe their products in services in more depth than within the Exhibit Hall.
Children’s Program
Check in/Check out ON TIMEOnly registered parents/guardians may pick-
upParents are not encouraged to “drop by” Please - No random pick-ups
(you may arrange for alternate pick-up times when you check in that a.m.)
Don’t forget to take them back!!!
Networking and Socializing
Membership/Knowledge Center in the exhibit hall
Opening reception Dena Goldstein MixerSocial eventsHospitality RoomMealsHallway conversations-They have buttons!PoolsideExploring Orlando
More Socializing
Look for people wearing buttons that identify who they are and their willingness to answer questions (for example: “I’m a Parent”) Get your own buttons at registration so you can make it known that you want to Meet, Greet and Share!
Visit the Hospitality Room across from the registration desk – make arrangements to meet new and old friends or colleagues in a quiet setting.
Organize your own meet-up on #AGBell2014 Don’t miss the Opening Reception when the Exhibit Hall
opens on Friday evening, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. – all registrants and your children are welcome!*
* Other scheduled social events require a ticket or RSVP. See your program book or app for descriptions.
Social Events
Bring the Kids (family friendly) Not for the kidsOpening Reception in the Exhibit Hall (Friday night)
Happy Hour (Saturday evening)
Breakfast With Friends (Sunday morning)
Dena Goldstein Mixer (Friday afternoon - for teens and adults)LOFT Reunion Lunch (Saturday afternoon)Club Volta (Saturday night)
QR codes! Apps! Tweeting!
Download the AG Bell event app! Push notifications to keep you informed Session information, schedules, maps, news,
resourcesSession handouts-available online and via the
appPush notifications through the app will keep
you up-to-date with convention happenings.Follow us on Twitter #AGBell2014 Please complete your session evaluations via
the app.
Meals
Coffee is served Sat. and Sun. mornings.Lunch on your own –various hotel
restaurants.
Research Symposium
Sunday morning, 8 – 11:30Cutting edge research by leaders in the field of
auditory brain development, including topics related to music appreciation and language development for individuals who use hearing aids and/or cochlear implants.
Designed for the “non-scientist”Unique opportunity to hear world-renowned
researchersModified number of learning tracks offered as
alternatives
Exhibit Hall
Over 70 Exhibitors from technology, educational centers, learning materials, etc.
AG Bell membership center LSL Knowledge CenterPoster SessionRaffle
Scheduling your day(please turn to the grid in the center of your program book)
Write yourself notes on the grid, or make your own schedule in the app
Pace yourself – work in teams if possible.Ask for help from AG Bell staff
and Convention Patrons.Always wear your badge
(don’t lose precious time replacing it at the registration desk!)
Remember – you can’t do it all!
Some closing items
You must wear your badge to gain admittance to ANY convention event.
AG Bell staff members are here to help – please ask us!
Don’t forget to complete your session evaluations through the app.
Please – no filming or photography in any sessions.Save the Date: 2016 Convention in Denver, CO.
(June 30 – July 3)HAVE FUN!
Top Related