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Author Spears, Carol L

Title Rising to new heights of communication and learning for children with autism : the definitive guide to using alternative-augmentative communication, visual strategies, and learning supports at home and school / Carol L. Spears and Vicki L. Turner ; illustrations by Pete Diaz
Published London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2011
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Description 1 online resource (144 pages) : illustrations
Contents pt. 1. Alternative-augmentative communication methods -- pt. 2. Strategies to support learning -- pt. 3. Resources
Summary Children with pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) do not often respond well to conventional teaching methods and this can result in social isolation, behavioral problems, limitations in communication, and slow academic growth. Alternative-augmentative communication (AAC) is a highly effective means of improving social interaction and facilitating learning, resulting in better integration into home and school activities, improved behavior and academic success
Providing an in-depth overview of AAC and visual strategies, this book explores the various communication and intervention options that are available and offers straightforward instructions for using them successfully. Chapters follow a consistent, user-friendly format, answering the questions Who, What, Why, How, When, and Where about each technique, and explaining everything the reader needs to know to improve the behavioral, social, and academic skills of children with PDDs, helping them rise to new communicative heights
This book is essential reading for families, teachers, therapists and other professionals looking to improve communication between children with PDDs and those around them. --Book Jacket
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes English
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Subject Autistic children -- Education.
Autistic children -- Means of communication.
Children.
Communication devices for people with disabilities.
Children with disabilities.
Learning.
Misinformation.
Autistic Disorder
Child
Communication Aids for Disabled
Disabled Children
Learning
Communication
children (people by age group)
Speech & Language Disorders & Therapy.
EDUCATION -- Special Education -- Learning Disabilities.
Autistic children -- Education
Autistic children -- Means of communication
Genre/Form Life skills guides
Form Electronic book
Author Turner, Vicki L
ISBN 9780857003324
0857003321
1283905337
9781283905336