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Shugdar, Effat – ProQuest LLC, 2017
The purpose of this study was to determine how a family communication partner (usually the mother IS primarily responsible for communication with a youth with a communication disability) could be trained to use an iPad and communication software for increasing appropriate communication and decreasing inappropriate behavior of youth with…
Descriptors: Family Relationship, Parent Child Relationship, Interpersonal Communication, Communication Problems
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Conklin, Carl G.; Mayer, G. Roy – Remedial and Special Education, 2011
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of "Picture Exchange Communication System" (PECS) training, using a multiple baseline design on the independent initiations of three adults with developmental disabilities and severe communication deficits. All participants increased their independent initiations, although at different…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Behavior Problems, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Adults
Westwood, Peter – 2003
This book is designed to provide teachers with an immediate and comprehensive source of practical strategies for meeting children's special needs in regular classrooms. Chapter 1 explores issues relating to children with general and specific learning difficulties. It discusses inclusive schooling and special educational needs, factors associated…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Aggression, Attention Deficit Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication