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Comparing Pictorial and Video Modeling Activity Schedules during Transitions for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Cihak, David F. – Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 2011
This study evaluated the differential effects of two different visual schedule strategies. In the context of an alternating treatments design, static-picture schedules were compared to video based activity schedules as supports for three middle school aged students with autism. Students used the visual schedules to transition between activities in…
Descriptors: Autism, Intervention, Pictorial Stimuli, Video Technology
The Use of Video to Facilitate Visual Attention in Preschool Children.
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Blanksby, D. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1992
Sixteen visually impaired children (aged 2-6) were exposed to a specially prepared visual stimulation video, and their vision attention was rated quantitatively and qualitatively. The results suggest that this technique could be useful in stimulating functional vision in young children. (Author)
Descriptors: Attention, Attention Control, Early Intervention, Partial Vision
Visuals in Perspective: An Analysis of U.S. History Textbooks.
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Bliss, Traci – Social Studies, 1990
Traces the changes in the visuals used in U.S. history textbooks since the 1900s, concentrating on contemporary texts. Provides questions educators can use in assessing the educational value of textbook visuals. Critiques current textbook visuals, and suggests ways that they enhance understanding of educational information. (RW)
Descriptors: History Textbooks, Instructional Materials, Secondary Education, Social Studies