In-person PORTL workshops allow you to practice your teaching skills with another human as the learner. You also get to play the role of the learner, which gives you more insight into how people and animals learn.
Each workshop consists of lectures, PORTL exercises, and discussion. You’ll learn about behavior principles and techniques that will help you create optimal learning situations when working with both people and animals. You’ll also learn foundational skills that will help you problem solve and think more creatively when designing teaching solutions.
Workshops are limited to a small group of attendees to allow ample time for discussion and questions and so that participants can receive individual coaching during the shaping exercises.
Unable to attend an in-person workshop? Click here to learn more about our virtual programs.
2025 events
We are working on dates and locations for more 2025 events. Please check back later on!
April 30, 2025, in Galveston, Texas
Mini PORTL workshops as part of the ABMA annual conference
With Mary Hunter
Learn more and register on the ABMA website.
May 23, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
Using PORTL in the Classroom and in the Clinic to Teach Behavior Principles and Shaping Skills
With Dr. Jesús Rosales-Ruiz, Mary Hunter, and Hannah McGee
One-day workshop as part of the ABAI annual convention
Registration is available on the ABAI website. Contact us for more info.
October 4–5, 2025, in Carnation, Washington
Shaping Smart: Your PORTL to Successful Dog Training
Two-day workshop all about PORTL and shaping behaviors
With Mary Hunter and hosted by Diana Simonsen Dog Training
Learn more at Diana Simonsen Dog Training
November 4, 2025, in Richmond, Virginia
Your PORTL to Improving Your Shaping Skills
One-day workshop as part of the APDT annual conference
With Dr. Jesús Rosales-Ruiz and Mary Hunter
Learn more on the APDT website.
Please contact us for more information about how to host a workshop in your city.
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