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Carnett, Amarie; Ingvarsson, Einar T.; Bravo, Alicia; Sigafoos, Jeff – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2020
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who have limited speech are often taught to communicate using a speech-generating device (SGD). We evaluated procedures for teaching a mand for information (i.e., "Where" is [item]?) using an interrupted behavior chain procedure. In Experiment 1, all participants (3 children with ASD who…
Descriptors: Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Speech Impairments
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Carnett, Amarie; Bravo, Alicia; Waddington, Hannah – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2019
Objective: Evaluate the use of procedures to teach three nonvocal children with autism spectrum disorder to use a speech-generating device to mand for actions. Method: A multiple probe across participants design was used to evaluate the effectiveness systematic instruction and the use of a behavior chain interruption. Results: All three…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Children, Augmentative and Alternative Communication
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Rabideau, Lindsey K.; Stanton-Chapman, Tina L.; Brown, Tiara S. – Young Exceptional Children, 2018
The most researched and effective practice for instructing children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is applied behavior analysis (ABA; Baer, Wolf, & Risley, 1968; Reichow, 2012; Smith & Eikeseth, 2011; Virués-Ortega, 2010). ABA is a scientific approach to systematic instruction, data collection, and data analysis based on observable…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Teaching Methods, Behavior Modification
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Homlitas, Christa; Rosales, Rocío; Candel, Lindsay – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2014
We evaluated the effectiveness of a behavioral skills training package to teach implementation of Phases 1, 2, and 3A of the picture exchange communication system (PECS) to teachers employed at a therapeutic center for children with autism. Probes in the natural environment and follow-up were conducted with children who were assigned to work with…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Training, Pictorial Stimuli, Augmentative and Alternative Communication
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Lydia, Ferrara; Aurora, Flammia – European Journal of Educational Sciences, 2014
Leo Kanner in 1943 for the first time described the autistic disorder calling it a clinical syndrome characterized by an inability relational, resistance to change, atypic language (deficit of acquisition, echolalia, mutism, occasional pronoun reversal), repetitive play and stereotype excellent, mechanical memory, excessive emotional reactions and…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Teaching Methods, Inclusion
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Ogletree, Billy T.; Bruce, Susan M.; Finch, Amy; Fahey, Ronald; McLean, Lee – Communication Disorders Quarterly, 2011
Providing effective interventions for individuals with severe intellectual disabilities (ID) continues to challenge educators, speech-language pathologists, and other allied health professionals. This article reviews recommended intervention practices that have emerged over the past 30 years and illustrates their use through an evidenced-based…
Descriptors: Intervention, Severe Mental Retardation, Interpersonal Communication, Communication Problems
Hurlbutt, Karen – Exceptional Parent, 2010
With the increase in the numbers of diagnosed children on the autism spectrum, schools are being challenged to provide proper educational services for these children. In Educating Children with Autism, the National Research Council recommended that educational programs for students with autism include three basic components. These are direct…
Descriptors: Home Schooling, Autism, School Choice, Functional Behavioral Assessment
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