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STRAND E, SESSION 1: PROJECT DATA: DESCRIPTION, FINDINGS, AND IMPLICATIONS
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| Abstract: |
This session will describe Project DATA, an inclusive, classroom-based model for preschoolers with autism spectrum disorders. The presentation will include a description of the model’s components, the findings from evaluation studies of the program, and measures for evaluating the effects of the model. The intervention practices used in the model will be emphasized. (13617)
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April 22, 2010 / 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
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| Room Number: |
Presidential B
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Autism Spectrum Disorder
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| Leaders: |
Ilene Schwartz, University of Washington, Seattle
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TBD
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STRAND E, SESSION 2: RESEARCH ON INSTRUCTION OF YOUNG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
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| Abstract: |
This session will describe three studies focused on teaching children with autism in inclusive preschool classrooms. One study will focus on social exchanges, one on play, one on language development. The instructional practices used in each study, the measures, and the designs will be described. Implications for practice will be emphasized. (13618)
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| Date/Time: |
April 22, 2010 / 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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| Room Number: |
Presidential B
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Autism Spectrum Disorder
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| Leaders: |
Mark Wolery, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
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| Presenters: |
TBD
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STRAND E, SESSION 3: SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM
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| Abstract: |
This session will describe studies focused on the effects of small group instruction on students with autism. Emphasis will be placed on the effects on students’ learning as well as on their social exchanges with classmates. Implications for practice will be emphasized. (13619)
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| Date/Time: |
April 22, 2010 / 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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| Room Number: |
Presidential B
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Autism Spectrum Disorder
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| Leaders: |
Debra Kamps, University of Kansas, Kansas City
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| Presenters: |
Kathy Thiemann-Bourque, Schiefelbusch Institute for Life Span Studies, Lawrence, KS
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STRAND E, SESSION 4: USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE INSTRUCTION OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM
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| Abstract: |
This session will describe studies using combinations of computer instruction and video modeling, including the use of video iPods. Students in these studies will be middle school and secondary-age students. Implications for practices in secondary classrooms will be emphasized. (13620)
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| Date/Time: |
April 22, 2010 / 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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| Room Number: |
Presidential B
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Autism Spectrum Disorder
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| Leaders: |
Kevin Ayres, University of Georgia, Athens
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| Presenters: |
Linda Mechling, University of North Carolina, Wilmington
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