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Direct linkBethune, Keri S.; Boyle, Jessica – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2023
This study evaluated acquisition, preference, and generalization of two forms of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) during functional communication training (FCT) with two students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Acquisition of FCT responses, using a picture-based communication system and speech-generating device (SGD; Apple…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Students with Disabilities, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Training
Download full textLiao, Ching-Yi; Ganz, J. B.; Wattanawongwan, Sanikan; Haas, April N.; Ura, Sarah K.; Vannest, Kimberly J.; Morin, Kristi L. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2022
Social-communication deficits associated with autism spectrum disorder often lead to undesirable outcomes in other domains, such as interpersonal relationships, employment, and participation in community activities. Parents may be ideal implementers of interventions to address these deficits when provided with instruction that is efficacious and…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Coaching (Performance), Program Effectiveness, Parent Role
Thunberg, Gunilla; Sandberg, Annika Dahlgren; Ahlsen, Elisabeth – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2009
Three children diagnosed within the autism spectrum between the ages of 5 and 7 years at different stages of communication development were supplied with speech-generating devices (SGDs) in their homes. The parents were taught to introduce the SGDs into home routines and the effects were evaluated naturalistically. Videotapes recorded by the…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Young Children, Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Peer reviewedCafiero, Joanne – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1998
Visual-language and augmentative-communication systems for individuals with pervasive developmental disorders and autism are presented as both legitimate languages and as effective strategies. Methods for choosing target environments, generating appropriate vocabulary, creating interactive language boards, and implementing them with appropriate…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Disorders, Communication Skills, Developmental Disabilities
Peer reviewedDyches, Tina Taylor – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1998
A study examined the effects of switch training on the communication of four functionally nonverbal elementary students with severe disabilities and autism. Results indicated switch training was an effective strategy for helping the students communicate a simple message. The benefits of switch use and implications for research are discussed.…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Communication Aids (for Disabled)
Peer reviewedGarrison-Harrell, Linda; Kamps, Debra; Kravits, Tamara – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1997
Investigated the effects of a peer network strategy on the duration of social interaction and social communication skills for three elementary students with autism. Results indicate increased social interaction time and use of an augmentative communication system for all three students, with increased expressive language for two students.…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Elementary Education, Expressive Language
Peer reviewedMyles, Brenda Smith; And Others – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1996
This study evaluated the use of facilitated communication (FC) paired with a direct instructional strategy to improve the basic academic skills of 12 youths and young adults with autism. Results did not support use of FC as an educational tool, with subjects averaging below-chance performance in FC and both control conditions. (DB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adolescents, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism
