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Direct linkGanz, Jennifer B.; Hong, Ee Rea; Leuthold, Elizabeth; Yllades, Valeria – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2019
Using speech as an effective communication method is a challenge for many individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Research suggests aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) used with young individuals with complex communication needs (CCN) can result in improved communication quality and frequency. The effectiveness of AAC…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Program Implementation
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
McCoy, Ashley Rae – ProQuest LLC, 2018
The present study evaluated the effects of online training on educators' knowledge and use of the system of least prompts (SLP) to support the communication of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). A quasi-experimental pre/post test group design with switching replications was…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Electronic Learning
Singer-MacNair, Kristy – ProQuest LLC, 2017
Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have challenges with communication, social interactions, and behavior, which can limit their functioning in school settings. They need to have functional communication skills to access the curriculum and have their needs met across all social environments. Special education teachers often experience…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Intervention, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism
Chua, Beatrice Y. E.; Poon, Kenneth K. – Educational & Child Psychology, 2018
Aims: This study sought to investigate the predictors of spontaneous Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) use in a naturalistic school setting. Method: The study recruited 44 students (36 boys and eight girls), aged between 6 to 18 years and their teachers (26 teachers and two teaching assistants). Teaching staff completed measures of…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Predictor Variables
Hill, Doris Adams; Flores, Margaret M.; Kearley, Regina F. – Teacher Education and Special Education, 2014
The authors supervised and trained pre-service teachers while conducting extended school year (ESY) services for pre-kindergarten and elementary students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities (DD). Each classroom was responsible for conducting communication assessments and developing interventions focused on…
Descriptors: Extended School Year, Preservice Teachers, Kindergarten, Elementary School Students
