发布时间：2026-01-13
From January 9 to 11, 2026, the inaugural annual meeting of the IBAO Chinese Chapter was held in Qingdao. Five faculty members from our center's management team were invited to attend the IBAO annual conference.
January 9-11, 2026, the inaugural annual conference of the Chinese Chapter of the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO) was held at the Star River Bay Hotel in Qingdao, Shandong Province, spanning one and a half days. The conference attracted over 200 participants, including behavior analysts and trainees from across the country. The conference featured presentations and sharing sessions by distinguished speakers including: Dr. Michael M. Mueller, Founder & Executive Director of IBAO and author of AFLS; Dr. Feng Hua, Director of the Center for Applied Behavior Analysis Research and Development at National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan; Dr. Xu Sheng from the Department of Special Education at East China Normal University; Dr. Zhu Jing, Technical Director of Teaching at Zunyi Behavioral Consulting; Director Chen Junyan from the Children's Growth Center at Qingdao Binhai University; along with other renowned lecturers from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and internationally.
The theme of the annual conference is “From Theoretical Evidence to Sharing Practices,” featuring a parallel format of lectures and workshops covering topics such as language, educational environments, school-age children, psychology, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Unlike most domestic conferences that typically feature a single theme and format, this IBAO Annual Conference adopted a “five-track” structure: one main lecture concurrently running with four parallel workshops on distinct themes. Each theme represented the expansion and deepening of behavioral analysis across different application levels, allowing every participant to select content most relevant to their needs.
The opening ceremony of the conference was presided over by Dr. Lin Fanyu, Head of IBAO Greater China Region, and commenced punctually at 8:30 AM on January 10th in the main venue. Dr. Sun Haiying, Director of Qingdao Starry Sky Intelligent Journey Psychological Rehabilitation Center, and Liu Meng, Deputy Director of the Project Department at Beijing Aier Foundation, delivered speeches respectively. Subsequently, Dr. Michael M. Mueller presented a keynote address outlining the historical development of ABA, the founding journey of IBAO, and its future vision.
Dr. Lin Fanyu, Head of Greater China Region at IBAO, presided over the opening ceremony.
Dr. Michael M. Mueller delivered a speech.
Sun Haiying, Director of Qingdao Starry Sky Intelligent Journey Psychological Rehabilitation Center, delivered a speech.
Liu Meng, Deputy Director of the Project Department at the Beijing Aier Foundation, delivered a speech.
Following the opening ceremony, a series of captivating presentations unfolded across various breakout sessions. Each speaker focused on their specialized fields, generously sharing years of accumulated practical wisdom and research insights. Their presentations blended professional depth with practical warmth, showcasing both solid industry expertise and profound insights into the development of their respective domains. Five faculty members from our university attended different sessions based on their personal interests and learning needs. After the event, they gathered for a group discussion to share their insights and reflections. This knowledge-packed exchange broadened their horizons and refreshed their perspectives, making it a truly rewarding experience where they returned with abundant takeaways.
Main Venue
Language Venue
Education Venue
School-Age Venue
Psychology Venue
Following the event, our faculty members engaged in further in-depth discussions with the speakers and took commemorative photos together.
Our faculty members with Dr. Michael M. Mueller
Our faculty members pose for a photo with Dr. Lin Fanyu.
On the evening of January 10, the organizers hosted a lavish banquet for all attendees. During the event, Dr. Michael M. Mueller was invited to the stage multiple times to present certificates to outstanding candidates of the year. The thrilling award ceremony brought the lively and joyful atmosphere to a climax.
The successful launch of the inaugural IBAO Chinese Annual Conference has propelled the field of behavioral analysis in China into a new phase of “standardization, localization, and scaling.” We have never been alone in this endeavor. Together, we can witness the transformation in children—beginning with your own professional growth.
