2011 Spain Conference
Program Information
Who Are the Members of the Program Committee?Martha Hübner, Ph.D. (International Representative to the ABAI Council); Committee Chair
Tomás Jesús Carrasco Giménez (Universidad de Granada)
Luis A. Pérez González, Ph.D. (Universidad de Oviedo)
Víctor Rodríguez (Fundación Planeta Imaginario)
Javier Virués, Ph.D. (ABA España)
Gladys Williams, Ph.D. (Center for International Environmental Law)
What Is the Schedule of Conference Events?The following is a preliminary schedule of events for the 2011 International Conference. It may change slightly to accommodate unforeseen circumstances.
Conference events and registration will take place at the Granada Convention Center:
Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Granada
Paseo del Violón S/N
18006 GranadaThe convention center is located 50m from the host hotel.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
4:00 pm–9:00 pm: Pre-registration and On-Site Registration
7:30 pm–9:00 pm: Special EventFriday, November 25, 2011
8:00 am–8:00 pm: Pre-registration and On-Site Registration
9:00 am–9:50 am: Opening Event
10:00 am–1:50 pm: Sessions
2:00 pm–3:20 pm: Lunch (on own)
3:30 pm–6:20 pm: Sessions
6:30 pm–8:00 pm: Poster SessionSaturday, November 26, 2011
8:00 am–6:30 pm: Pre-registration and On-Site Registration
9:00 am–1:50 pm: Sessions
2:00 pm–3:20 pm: Lunch (on own)
3:30 pm–5:20 pm: Sessions
5:30 pm–6:30 pm: Closing Event
What Is the Official Language of the Conference?English and Spanish are the two languages of the conference. All submissions are to be made in English. Events will be presented in English or Spanish and the program book will include session titles in both languages.
How Do I Make My Program Submission?The 2011 International Conference Call for Papers will open soon. Please continue to check in for comprehensive submission directions and to link to the online submission forms. Submissions can be made at that time for paper, symposium, poster, and panel submissions in ABAI's 14 tracks:
AAB Applied Animal Behavior
AUT Autism
BPH Behavioral Pharmacology
CBM Clinical; Family; Behavioral Medicine
CSE Community Interventions; Social & Ethical Issues
DDA Development Disabilities
DEV Human Development
EAB Experimental Analysis of Behavior
EDC Education
OBM Organizational Behavior Management
PRA Practice
TBA Teaching Behavior Analysis
TPC Theoretical, Philosophical, Conceptual Issues
VRB Verbal BehaviorNew Submission Requirements
Submission Enhancements to Facilitate Review for Session Quality. Proposals for data-based presentations and posters must include a graphic or tabular summary of obtained data. Data-based proposals submitted without a supporting graph or table will not be accepted. The data submitted need not be complete, but they must establish that the project is well underway. You will need to attach your graph or tables in .pdf format.
E-mail Addresses Required for All Authors. If you are making a submission that includes co-authors, you must have a confirmed e-mail address for each co-author to include with the submission. Use of the correct e-mail address will allow submitters to accurately identify accounts of co-authors in the on-line ABAI membership directory and prompt the on-line form to auto fill the correct author fields (such as name and affiliation).
Scheduling and Acceptance Notifications Will Be Posted to the ABAI Portal. Authors will no longer receive acceptance letters by e-mail, given that acceptance e-mails too often end up in Junk folders and are not received. Beginning in 2011, all authors will be able to view and retrieve acceptance notifications from their ABAI Portal. An e-mail alert WILL still be distributed to authors to announce when acceptance notifications have been posted to the portal. The ABAI Portal also provides a tool through which convention attendees can create a personalized schedule for the annual convention and allows attendees to print a letter of attendance.
When Will I Get a Copy of the Program Book?Print copies of the program will be distributed on-site at ABAI's Registration Desk, which will be located outside of Manuel de Falla Auditorium at the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Granada.
Registration Information
What Are the Conference Registration Fees?Student: $125
Resident of Spain*: $328 (Conversion from € to USD based on the average currency exchange fluctuation rate over the past 12 months.)
Member: $393
Non-Member: $535
How Do I Register?Please be advised that full payment must be received in U.S. dollars. Payment may be made on line or by money order, check, or credit card. Register today through the ABAI Store or mail or fax your registration form and payment to:
Association for Behavior Analysis International
550 West Centre Ave., Suite 1
Portage, Michigan USA 49024-5364
Fax: (269) 492-9316Take advantage of early registration discounts. Click here for pre-registration pricing. ABAI members receive preferred pricing. Click here to join or renew for 2011 to receive member pricing for the conference.
Travel Information
Do I Need a Visa to Enter Spain?Citizens of the countries listed here must have a valid passport to enter Spain but are not required to obtain a visa if their stay is for business or tourism and does not exceed three months in duration.
Travelers from all other countries not listed in the link above require a visa, which must be obtained from a Spanish embassy/consulate. For more information about obtaining a visa to enter Spain, go to: http://spain.visahq.com/
What Is the Currency in Spain?Spain's currency is the € (Euro), as in other European Union countries.
What Is the Exchange Rate and What Form(s) of Payment Should I Bring?The exchange rate from U.S. dollars and other currencies to the euro fluctuates daily. Exchange rates can be viewed at www.xe.com. We encourage you to check the exchange rate immediately prior to departure, to have an accurate understanding of your exchange rate.
Traveler's checks generally receive a better exchange rate than foreign cash and are safer than cash when travelling. Your local bank representative can explain the fees to purchase traveler checks.
You will be required to present your passport when cashing traveler's checks. International airports and major hotels have money exchange facilities.
Credits cards are the most convenient form of payment when traveling to Granada, Spain. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are widely accepted at most restaurants, hotels, and travel and tour agencies. Most businesses will ask to see your ID before processing a credit card transaction. Some stores may not accept a foreign driving license or ID card and you may need to show your passport.
Before travelling internationally, check with your credit card company to determine what, if any, additional fees will be assessed on international purchases. It is also important that you let your credit card company know the days and locations of your international travel. Failure to notify your credit card company that you will be making charges while in Granada may result in your credit card being rejected.
What Is the Weather in Granada?The weather in autumn is usually comfortable, ranging in temperature from 10°C/51°F to 16°C/61°F. Plan to pack clothing that can be worn in light layers and an umbrella in the event of rain.
What Is the Time Zone of Granada?Granada is in GMT—Greenwich Mean Time, which is 6 hours later than EST (Eastern Standard Time).
Will My Cell Phone Work in Spain?Because cellular phone companies and plans vary widely, you should contact your cell phone service provider to see what type of coverage you have when traveling internationally and if you can add international service for the period of time you will be traveling.
How Do I Get From the Airport to the Hotel?The GRX Airport is 17 km (11 miles) west of the city. Buses run between the airport and the Palacio de Congresos five times a day. A taxi from the airport will cost €18–22, depending on traffic conditions.
What Electrical Plugs Will I Need for Outlets in Spain?Electricity in Spain is 230 volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. If you travel to Spain with a device that does not accept 230 volts at 50 hertz, you will need a voltage converter.
Outlets in Spain generally accept one type of plug: two round pins.
If your appliance plug has a different shape, you will need to purchase and bring a plug adapter. U.S. shops like RadioShack carry travel adapters, as do numerous companies on the web.
What Should I Do in Case of a Medical Emergency?It is important to carry your medication(s) with you when you travel, rather than packing them in your luggage. Your baggage can be lost or delayed, leaving you without critical medication. You should also carry a copy of your prescription that includes your doctor's signature and contact information, in the event that your medication is lost or stolen.
Also bring your insurance card in your wallet or purse and contact your insurance company representative to determine what insurance coverage you have while traveling to and in Spain. If your current insurance does not cover you while traveling, you may choose to purchase travel additional coverage for the time of your stay in Spain.
The local equivalent to the United States' "911" emergency line is 112.
In the unfortunate event that you need emergency assistance, the nearest medical center to the hotel is:
Hospital Virgen de las Nieves
Avenida de las Fuerzas Armadas, 2
18014 Granada
(+34) 958 020 000
Hotel Information
Where Is the Headquarter Hotel?Please note the following information regarding the headquarter hotel:
Hotel Santos Saray
c/Enrique Tierno Galván, 4-18006 Granada
(+34) 958 130 009
(+34) 958 129 161
http://hotel-saray.com
What Are ABAI's Group Rates at the Hotel?
Does the Hotel Have Internet Availability?The hotel offers complimentary internet access in every room and in common areas.
When Can I Make my Hotel Reservations?A direct link will be posted on the ABAI website after January 2011.
About Spain
What Is the Geography of Spain?Spain is the world's 51st largest country, with 504,782 square km (or 194,897 sq miles) of land. The Teide on the Canary Islands is the highest peak of Spain and the third largest volcano in the world. Spain borders Portugal, Gibraltar, Morocco, France, and Andorra. Mainland Spain is dominated by high plateaus and mountain ranges, including the Sierra Nevada.
What Is the Population of Spain and Granada?The Spanish population in 2010 is estimated at just over 47 million inhabitants. The city of Granada has a population of 250,000.
What Would You Recommend to Read for More Information About Spain?Recommended books on Spanish history, art, and architecture include:
- Ghosts of Spain by Giles Tremlett: a look at contemporary Spain with a heart stuck in its past
- Between Hopes and Memories: A Spanish Journey by Michael Jacobs: a humorous read that reflects on contemporary Spain while exploring its historical, literary, and cultural dimensions
- Turning Up at Dawn by Tomás Graves: explores the Spanish music world since the civil war
- Spanish Steps by Tim Moore and its less humorous equivalent, Roads to Santiago by Cees Nooteboom: both describe the walk from France to Santiago de Compostela
Recommended internet resources for more information on Spain include:
- EuroResidentes (www.euroresidentes.com): portal aimed at foreign residents in Spain
- Fiestas.net (www.fiestas.net): fiestas worth investigating
- LonelyPlanet.com (www.lonelyplanet.com): beginners' information on Spain with links and travelers' information
- Renfe (www.renfe.es): time and ticket information for Spain's national rail network
- Spanish Fiestas (www.spanish-fiestas.com): event listings for active holidays
- Turespana (www.spain.info): tourist office with general links and useful information
- Vayafiestas.com (www.vayafiestas.com): month-by-month information on fiestas around the country
Recommended books and internet resources have been adapted from Lonely Planet's 7th edition, Spain.
What Are Some Key Moments in Granada's History?"Granada" is Spanish for pomegranate, the fruit on the city's coat of arms. Granada came to prominence in the 1200s as an Iberian settlement in the Albayzin district at the peak of Muslim power. Even after Seville and Córdoba had fallen to the Catholic monarchs, Granada stood as the last surviving Islamic capital in Spain for 250 years. During this time, Granada became one of the richest cities in medieval Europe. This is where the sultans took their last stand against the Catholic invaders. As a result, there is a lot of Arabic influence in the city.
"When the Nationalists took over Granada at the start of the civil war, an estimated 4,000 granadinos (Granada residents) with left or liberal connections were killed, among them Federico Garcia Lorca, Granada's most famous writer. Granada has a reputation for political conservatism" (Simonis et al., 2009).
Why Should I Go to Granada?Granada is located in Andalusia; it sits at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near the tranquil Mediterranean shore. The city, at 630 meters above sea level, offers stunning views of the mountain range. Granada is a dynamic and vibrant town—a mixture of ancient culture and youthful student life. It has an economy fueled by tourism, light industry, and the University of Granada. Andalusia is where the authentic history and character of the Iberian Peninsula and Spanish culture are most palpably, visibly, audibly, and aromatically apparent. Most major sights are within walking distance of the city center, though there are buses to save you walking uphill.
What Should I Do While I'm in Granada?With more than a thousand years of recorded history, Granada enjoys one of Spain's most important cultural and architectural patrimonies. In addition to the Alhambra, the world renowned palaces and fortresses of the Nasrid dynasty, and the historical Moorish Albaicín quarter, both designated as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, Granada boasts a Renaissance cathedral dating from the 16th century and many other architectural monuments of the highest magnitude.
Alhambra
The Alhambra was a fortress from the 9th century. The 13th-and 14th-century Nasrid emirs converted it into a fortress-palace complex adjoined by a small town of which only ruins remain. By the 18th century, the Alhambra was abandoned to thieves and beggars. During the Napoleonic occupation it was used as a barracks and nearly blown up. It became a national monument in 1870 thanks to stirring interest by Romantic writers. Since that time, the Alhambra has been almost completely restored. The Alhambra is indisputably the most well-known monument of the city and one of the most visited in Spain. The Moorish poets described it as "a pearl set in emeralds."
Albayzin
This old Arab quarter on one of Granada's two main hills doesn't belong to the city of 19th-century buildings and wide boulevards. It is an open air museum complete with cobblestone streets and carmenes (large mansions with walled gardens). It and the surrounding Gypsy caves of Sacromonte are holdovers from an older past. The Albayzin once flourished as the residential section of the Moors, but fell into decline when the Christians drove them out. This narrow labyrinth of crooked streets escaped the fate that befell much of Granada, and was never torn down in the name of progress. Preserved are its alleyways, cisterns, fountains, plazas, whitewashed houses, villas, and the decaying remnants of the old city gate. Here and there you can catch a glimpse of a private patio filled with fountains and plants, a traditional, elegant way of life that continues.
Granada Cathedral
Granada's Cathedral is a cavernous Gothic and Renaissance building. Construction began in 1521 and lasted until the 18th century and was directed from 1528 to 1563 by Renaissance pioneer Diego de Siloé. The main façade on Plaza de las Pasiegas, with four heavy square buttresses forming three great arched bays, was designed in the 17th century by Alonso Cano.
De Siloé carved the statues on the lavish Puerta del Perdón on the northwestern façade, and much of the interior is also his work, including the gilded, painted, and domed Capilla Mayor. The Catholic Monarchs at prayer (one above each side of the main altar) were carved by Pedro de Mena in the 17th century. Above the monarchs are busts of Adam and Eve by Cano. In the cathedral museum, be sure to see Cano's fine San Pablo sculpture and the golden Gothic monstrance given to Granada by Isabel La Católica. The cathedral adjoins the Capilla Real (Royal Chapel), but is entered separately from Gran Vía de Colón.
Sierra Nevada
The Sierra Nevada, which includes mainland Spain's highest peak, Mulhacen, forms an almost year-round snowy backdrop to Granada. All of its highest peaks are near the Granada end of this 75km range. Near the top of the range is Spain's largest national park, Parque Nacional Sierra Nevada, home to about 2,100 of Spain's 7,000 plant species. At a lower altitude is the Parque Natural Sierra Nevada, one of the most spectacular areas of Spain. This area offers great opportunities for walking, horse riding, climbing, mountain biking, skiing, and snowboarding.
Tour Information
Who Can I Contact for Information About Organized Tours?The Association for Behavior Analysis International is excited to announce a partnership with Granavision, the leading company in guided tours in Granada and its provinces, for the ABAI 2011 International Conference.
Granavision offers guided tours of the most popular sites in Granada—the Alhambra and Generalife. They also offer tours to experience cultural and artistic highlights of Granada with trips to the Cathedral, Royal Chapel, Cartuja, and Sacromonte, among others. Excursion trips to the beautiful and picturesque surroundings of the Sierra Nevada, the Olive Oil Circuit, Las Alpujarras, the Caves of Nerja, and the Tropical Coast are also available.
Visit www.visitargranada.com for more information about the tours mentioned above and to review all of the tour options offered by Granavision. Book your reservation today! When making your reservation, be sure to include booking code “ABAI Intl.”