Evaluation of an Observation and Training System to Increase Play Skills in Young Children with Autism
Description:
Play is considered to be important for the development of young children in that it provides a means to expand their interests, promote engagement and learning, and increase social interactions. Children with autism, however, display deficits in play skills, such as lack of pretend play and rigid or stereotyped manners of play. Research suggests supported play techniques, such as reciprocal imitation training, play expansions, and scaffolding increase play skills in children diagnosed with auti…
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Date:
August 2016
Creator:
Van Meter, Sarah M