ANN Conference 2009
Tentative Agenda:
as of 7/5/09
Agenda is subject to change
| Time | Speaker & Topic | Description |
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Friday July 17th 2009 |
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| 1:00 pm |
Registration open |
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| 1:00 - 5:00 pm |
Vendor exhibits Logo Item Sales Silent Auction |
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| 5:00 pm |
Conference kickoff Cash Bar (open 5-10pm) |
Welcome, presentation from our sponsors and opening remarks and introductions of special guests (ANN Board, Dr. Rich Hertle, Presenters, volunteers, thanks vendors) Conference overview of the agenda. |
| 6:00pm | Dinner | Included in conference fee |
| 6:30 pm |
Keynote Address |
Dr. Rich Hertle followed by Questions and Answers |
| 8:30 pm - ???? | Networking | As requested from previous conferences |
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Saturday July 18th 2009 |
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Child Care Available - Hours TBD |
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| 7:00 -8:00 am | Continental Breakfast Served | Included in conference fee |
| 8:15 - 9:45 am | Welcome Opening keynote | Dr. Dell’Osso - Presentation of his research work with nystagmus. He and Dr. Hertle have pioneered much of the recent research in Nystagmus. Dr. Dell'Osso has nystagmus as well. |
| 9:45 - 10:00am | Break | |
| 10:00 - 11:30 am | Break Out Sessions | |
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Erica Hacker, O.D. Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh |
A review of the types of low vision devices now available including optical and video magnification. Explanation of why some devices are more suitable for nystagmus. Discussion on how people use the devices for school, work and everyday activities. Several devices will be available for demonstration. | |
| Chuck Huss | Low vision Driving: Misconceptions vs. Reality - Chuck is a repeat favorite from past conferences | |
| Bill Duck | A Board Member and High School Teacher Talks about IEP/504 | |
| 11:45 - 12:30 pm |
Lunch
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Included in conference fee |
| 12:30:1:00pm | Lunch Presentation | Mike Arm will discuss and demonstrate some of Windows capabilities for an improved viewer experience. |
| 1:15- 2:30 pm | Break Out Sessions | |
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Laurie Glaude |
Board Member and HR specialist will discuss the American With Disabilities Act and Job Interviewing | |
| Matt Case and a representative from Dr. Hertle's office | Discussion on Insurance | |
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Chuck Huss |
Updates in Bioptic Driving: U.S.A. and Abroad | |
| 2:30 - 2:45pm | Break | |
| 2:45 - 3:45 pm | Presenters | Panel Questions and Answers |
| 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Tour of Dr. Hertle's lab facilities | Transportation provided |
| 6:00 - pm | Dinner | On your own |
| 7:05 - 11 pm |
Pittsburgh Pirates Ballgame and Fireworks |
PNC Park is just across the river from the conference hotel. Tickets are $20.00/each |
| 7:00 pm - ??? | Continued Networking | Alternative to the Ballgame |
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Sunday July 19th 2009 |
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| 8:00-9:00am | Continental Breakfast Served | Included in Conference Fee |
| 9:00-10:00am |
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| 10:00-10:15 | Break | |
| 10:15-11:30 | Panel Discussion - Living with Nystagmus | Laurie Glaude, Mike Arm, Bob Unferth, Drew Kolody, and Kelly Smith |
| 11:30 am | Conference close | |
If you have suggestions you'd like to submit regarding our 2009 conference, please send e-mail to suggestions@nystagmus.org. If you would like to volunteer to help us with 2009 conference planning, please send e-mail to volunteer@nystagmus.org.
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