Assessing And Developing Communication And Thinking Skills In People With Autism And Communication Difficulties

Author : Kate Silver
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781846421303
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Assessing and Developing Communication and Thinking Skills in People with Autism and Communication Difficulties written by Kate Silver and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2005-04-15 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully photocopiable resource offers a flexible framework for the assessment and measurement of the communication skills of children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs). Packed with practical assessment and planning sheets, it enables teachers, educators and other professionals to observe and record how children use and understand language, and to follow their progress over time. The completed assessment record is an accessible summary of a child's individual communication style, identifying strengths and weaknesses and the ways in which he or she is best assisted and motivated to communicate. It focuses on how children express themselves in everyday situations - for example, how they make requests or gain attention, the words they use most frequently, and how their communication is affected by different people and places. Most importantly, it provides a diagnosis of where communication skills can be developed and improved. Using the communication curriculum, educators can set appropriate targets, linked to work in other areas, such as literacy and science. A separate thinking skills curriculum aims to develop the skills and confidence necessary for social interaction, from making simple choices to understanding humour and abstract ideas. Originally devised for use with children with ASDs, this toolkit is equally effective in identifying communication problems in other children, and is an invaluable resource for teachers and speech and language therapists.

Author : Olʹga Bogdashina
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781843102670
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Communication Issues in Autism and Asperger Syndrome written by Olʹga Bogdashina and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2005 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing a theoretical foundation for understanding communication and language impairments specific to autism, Olga Bogdashina explores the effects of different perceptual and cognitive styles on the communication and language development of autistic children. She stresses the importance of identifying each autistic individual's nonverbal language - which can be visual, tactile, kinaesthetic, auditory, olfactory or gustatory - with a view to establish a shared means of verbal communication. She offers an explanation of why certain approaches, for example PECS, might work with some autistic children but not others. Offering real insights, the `What They Say' sections enable the reader to see through the eyes of autistic individuals and to understand their language differences first hand. `What We Can Do to Help' sections throughout the book give practical recommendations on what to do in order to help autistic individuals use their natural mechanisms to learn and develop social and communicative skills. The final chapters are devoted to assessment and intervention issues with practical recommendations for selecting appropriate methods and techniques to enhance communication, based on the specific mode of communication a person uses.

Author : Anthony F. Rotatori
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1848553560
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Autism and Developmental Disabilities written by Anthony F. Rotatori and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2008-11-12 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines real life reflections on Autism Spectrum Disorders, the practices and issues related to assessing, instructing and life-long planning for individuals with autism. This book provides information on identification, characteristics, diagnosis; special, general, early and post-secondary education; and quality of life concerns.

Author : Melanie Cross
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780857003263
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and Communication Problems written by Melanie Cross and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2011-08-15 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD) are far more likely to have communication problems than their peers, yet these problems are under-recognised, under-researched, and most importantly, often unaddressed. Melanie Cross considers the reasons why behavioural and communication difficulties so often occur together, and examines the social, educational and mental health implications of this. She shows that improving the communication skills of children and young people with SEBD can contribute to better outcomes, and that speech and language therapy is an important, yet often absent, service for this group. She provides practical guidelines for assessing communication, as well as useful strategies to help children and young people with SEBD to develop their communication skills. This second edition also contains information on unidentified and unmet communication needs in vulnerable young people, including young offenders and those at risk of social exclusion. This book will be an invaluable resource for speech and language therapists, social workers, teachers and other professionals working with children with emotional, behavioural and communication difficulties.

Author : Katsarou, Dimitra V.
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 464 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence written by Katsarou, Dimitra V. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The field of language disorders often lacks comprehensive resources that address the diverse range of developmental language disorders and provide insights into effective treatment and special education approaches. Many existing books focus on specific disorders or groups of disorders, leaving a gap in knowledge and understanding for academic scholars and professionals seeking a broader perspective. This limitation hampers efforts to support individuals with developmental language disorders and integrate them into schools and society. Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence, edited by Dimitra Katsarou, is a groundbreaking book that fills the void in literature by offering a holistic and inclusive approach to developmental language disorders. Unlike other publications, this edited volume covers a wide range of disorders and provides insights into linguistic approaches, treatment methods, and special education practices. It serves as a comprehensive resource that equips academic scholars, educators, clinicians, therapists, and parents with the knowledge and strategies needed to address developmental language disorders effectively. With chapters authored by experts in the field, the book explores topics such as psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, etiology, differential diagnosis, genetic syndromes, dyslexia, autism, aphasias, stuttering, psychological problems and language, developmental psychopathology, cognitive and linguistic profiles, special education, therapy, inclusion, and the roles of schools, families, and caregivers. By encompassing this broad range of subjects, the book provides readers with a deep understanding of the complexities of developmental language disorders and offers practical guidance for supporting individuals with language challenges. Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence is an essential resource for academic scholars, professionals, and individuals interested in developmental language disorders. By offering a comprehensive exploration of the subject and highlighting inclusive pedagogical approaches, the book empowers readers to better understand, diagnose, and support individuals with developmental language disorders. With its emphasis on treatment methods and special education practices, this book paves the way for more effective integration of individuals with language challenges into schools and society.

Author : Chris White
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781846425172
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Social Play Record written by Chris White and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2006-06-08 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social play is about relating to others, playing and making friends - all of which are key elements for social inclusion, adjustment and well-being. The Social Play Record is a practical resource for assessing and developing social play in children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs) or difficulties with social interaction. This toolkit is designed to be used collaboratively with children, parents, carers and practitioners. It is suitable for assessing children of all learning abilities and stages of development, from early infancy to adolescence, and includes photocopiable assessment and intervention materials. The toolkit is divided into user-friendly sections, including: * a guidance section, which also gives information on what constitutes social play, its significance, development and how to address social interaction difficulties * an assessment section for recording stages of social play and key abilities, such as independent and peer play, friendship and advanced group skills * an intervention section, which gives step-by-step directions for developing key social play skills. Parents, teachers and professionals working with or caring for a child with social interaction difficulties will find this toolkit an essential assessment resource.

Author : Kim Kiker Painter
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781843108214
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Social Skills Groups for Children and Adolescents with Asperger's Syndrome written by Kim Kiker Painter and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an empirically-grounded, ready-to-use curriculum for clinicians, teachers and professionals wishing to lead social skills groups for young people with AS. It provides an introduction to AS and issues surrounding social skills, including diagnostic and assessment issues, the importance of good social skills, and treatment approaches.

Author : Pamela Lewis
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1843108097
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.92/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Achieving Best Behavior for Children with Developmental Disabilities written by Pamela Lewis and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This workbook is designed for parents of children with developmental disabilities. It offers step-by-step instructions for drawing up and implementing behaviour plans that successfully address and improve challenging behaviours. The book is full of checklists and activities to monitor and assess behaviours and track a child's development.

Author : Ellyn Arwood
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780857004314
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Language Function written by Ellyn Arwood and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2011-05-15 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Literacy teaching tends to take a structural approach to language, focusing on auditory products or skills such as sounds, morphemes, words, sentences, and vocabulary. However, new research suggests that the majority of English speakers actually think and learn in visual concepts, and that there is a cultural and linguistic mismatch between auditory teaching methods and the way students think and learn. This has important implications for all educators including those who work with students with neurogenic disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorders and ADHD. In her new book, Dr. Ellyn Lucas Arwood outlines a revolutionary four-tiered model of how a learner acquires language, and suggests ways to impose visual language functions onto an auditory language like English in order to improve learning for both neurotypical learners and those with neurogenic disabilities. Dr. Arwood provides tried-and-tested intervention strategies that work with all levels of ability, giving readers the knowledge and confidence to teach learners to become more literate in a way that raises learners' abilities to think and problem solve. This book takes a fresh look at how language and literacy interact, and will be of interest to educators and special educators, speech and language pathologists, and other professionals who support language learning and development.

Author : Carolyn Canavan
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317558863
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Supporting Pupils on the Autism Spectrum in Primary Schools written by Carolyn Canavan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-06-19 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written to meet the needs of teaching assistants and learning support assistants, this book provides a practical toolkit for supporting students on the autistic spectrum in mainstream primary schools. The book offers a clear, jargon free explanation of autism spectrum conditions and examines the difficulties arising from these conditions and how they can impact on students’ learning. Addressing issues which arise on a daily basis, it is full of practical advice and strategies for supporting students socially and academically across all areas of the curriculum. Features include: • advice on supporting students through examinations • examples and case studies to illustrate how the strategies described work in practice • forms to help with information collection and evaluation • templates to scaffold students’ comprehension and learning in different subject areas Packed with photocopiable resources that can be adapted to suit individual students’ needs, this book is essential reading for teaching assistants that want to help their students’ on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential.