by Jennifer M. Schmidt, MEd (XCM Schmi 2018) “Let’s create a class instead of the typical social skills programs!” With this statement began the development of this innovative evidence-based curriculum for secondary students with ASD and their neurotypical (NT) peers. PEERspective is a complete curriculum that teaches high school students self-awareness, self-acceptance, relationship building, conflict […]
Category: Communication
Communication is one of the most difficult areas for children with ASD. Find resources for language acquisition, promoting functional communication, and much more.
Enhancing Communication for Individuals with Autism
by Howard Shane, Emily Laubscher, Ralf Schlosser, Holly Fadie, James Sorce, Jennifer Abramson, Suzanne Flynn, & Kara Corley (XCM Shane 2015) Visual Immersion System (VIS) is a practical, research-based intervention framework that taps into the strong visual processing skills many children on the spectrum have. You’ll learn how to use readily available resources—from photos and […]
Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities
Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities by Mark L Sundberg, Ph.D & James W Partington, Ph.D. (XCM Sundb 1998) The book provides an easy to understand introduction to Skinner s analysis of language (i.e., mands, tacts, & intraverbals) with easy to follow examples of everyday language skills demonstrated by children. The […]
COACHING COMPREHENSION CREATING CONVERSATION: Nurturing Narratives Story-based language intervention for children with language impairments…such as autism spectrum disorders
COACHING COMPREHENSION CREATING CONVERSATION: Nurturing Narratives Story-based language intervention for children with language impairments… such as autism spectrum disorders by Lauren Franke Psy. D., CCC-SLP. (XCM Frank 2011) Due to the importance of understanding and telling stories for all children, Nurturing Narratives was developed as a story-based language intervention for children. The model emphasizes comprehension, […]
Making Visual Supports Work in the Home and Community Strategies for Individuals with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Making Visual Supports Work in the Home and Community Strategies for Individuals with Autism and Asperger Syndrome by Jennifer L. Savner and Brenda Smith Myles. (XCM Savne 2000) Visual supports help children and youth with autism, Asperger Syndrome and other special needs understand their world better and therefore help them function more independently. This resource […]