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The Evidence Base for Interventions for Individuals with ASD: A Call to Improve Practice Conceptualization and Synthesis
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Ledford, Jennifer R.; Lambert, Joseph M.; Barton, Erin E.; Ayres, Kevin M. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2021
Identifying potentially effective practices for improving outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex process. In this article, we respond to recent reviews of evidence-based practices for individuals with ASD. We identify possible problems and make suggestions in relation to identifying well-specified practices,…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Intervention, Evidence Based Practice
A Review of the Efficacy of the Picture Exchange Communication System Intervention
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Preston, Deborah; Carter, Mark – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2009
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a communication program that has become widely used, especially with children with autism. This paper reports the results of a review of the empirical literature on PECS. A descriptive review is provided of the 27 studies identified, which included randomized controlled trials (RCTs), other group…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Autism, Interpersonal Relationship, Speech Communication
Picture Exchange Communication System with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: A Meta-Analysis of Single Subject Studies
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Hart, Stephanie L.; Banda, Devender R. – Remedial and Special Education, 2010
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a picture-based communication strategy used to teach communication skills to persons with developmental disabilities including autism. This article systematically reviews 13 published single-subject studies to examine the effectiveness of PECS, the effects of PECS on speech and problem behaviors,…
Descriptors: Communication Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Behavior Problems, Speech Impairments
The Kirkpatrick Model: A Useful Tool for Evaluating Training Outcomes
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Smidt, Andy; Balandin, Susan; Sigafoos, Jeff; Reed, Vicki A. – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2009
Background: Services employing staff to support people with disability usually provide training in a range of areas including communication and managing challenging behaviour. Given that such training can be costly and time-consuming, it is important to evaluate the evidence presented in support of such programs. Efficacy in clinical practice is…
Descriptors: Program Evaluation, Program Effectiveness, Instructional Effectiveness, Augmentative and Alternative Communication
An Analysis of the Effects of Functional Communication and a Voice Output Communication Aid for a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Olive, Melissa L.; Lang, Russell B.; Davis, Tonya N. – Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 2008
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Functional Communication Training (FCT) and a Voice Output Communication Aid (VOCA) on the challenging behavior and language development of a 4-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder. The participant's mother implemented modified functional analysis (FA) and intervention procedures in…
Descriptors: Intervention, Mothers, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Young Children
Teaching Augmentative and Alternative Communication to Students with Severe Disabilities: A Review of Intervention Research 1997-2003
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Snell, Martha E.; Chen, Lih-Yuan; Hoover, Kathryn – Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities (RPSD), 2006
This paper provides results of a descriptive analysis of peer-reviewed, single subject design, intervention research on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for individuals with severe disabilities, from birth to 21 years, published in English between 1997 and 2003. A database of 40 studies was found that met seven specified criteria.…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Intervention, Behavior Problems, Communication Skills
The Effect of Danquah Communication System (DanCS) Boards on Maladaptive Behaviours among Individuals with Severe Intellectual Impairment and Non-verbal Communication Skills.
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Danquah, S. A.; And Others – International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, 1996
Danquah Communication System (DanCS) symbol boards were developed to provide an inexpensive augmented communication device with a computerized voice interface to help nonverbal individuals with severe mental retardation or other severe disabilities to more easily communicate their needs and reduce aggressive behaviors. Evaluation with 30 subjects…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Behavior Change, Behavior Problems