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Extending Microswitch-Based Programs for People with Multiple Disabilities: Use of Words and Choice Opportunities.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; Singh, Nirbhay N.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Oliva, Doretta – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2003
This study assessed a microswitch-based program in which three request and one choice microswitches were used for two participants with multiple disabilities. Each request switch was linked to different stimulation opportunities. Both participants learned to use the microswitches very rapidly. Responding levels were high during intervention and…
Descriptors: Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders, Generalization, Intervention
Assessing the Effects of Automatically Delivered Stimulation on the Use of Simple Exercise Tools by Students with Multiple Disabilities.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; Singh, Nirbhay N.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Oliva, Doretta; Campodonico, Francesca; Groeneweg, Jop – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2003
This study assessed the effects of automatically delivered stimulation on the activity level and mood of three students with multiple disabilities during their use of a stepper and a stationary bicycle. Stimuli from a pool of favorite stimulus events were delivered electronically while students were actively exercising. Findings indicated the…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Exercise, Multiple Disabilities, Physical Activities
A Social Validation Assessment of the Use of Microswitches with Persons with Multiple Disabilities.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Singh, Nirbhay N.; Oliva, Doretta; Marziani, Monia; Groeneweg, Jop – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2002
This study examined the social validation of using microswitches versus interaction/stimulation conditions with persons with multiple disabilities. Teacher-assistant trainees and rehabilitation staff (n=72) were shown videotapes comparing the two methods and then scored both approaches. The microswitch condition was viewed as generally more…
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods
Using Multiple Microswitches To Promote Different Responses in Children with Multiple Disabilities.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Oliva, Doretta; Coppa, Mauro M. – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2001
A study examined the use of multiple microswitches to enhance different responses and environmental control with two boys (ages 9-13) with multiple disabilities. Data showed that both boys learned to respond to the individual microswitches. The simultaneous availability of two or three microswitches promoted high levels of cumulative responding.…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Children, Communication Skills, Decision Making
Impact of Stimulation versus Microswitch-based Programs on Indices of Happiness of People with Profound Multiple Disabilities.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Singh, Nirbhay N.; Oliva, Doretta; Groeneweg, Jop – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2002
A study assessed whether the impact of a microswitch-based program on indices of happiness would be comparable with that of a stimulation program on three persons with profound multiple disabilities. The microswitch-based program produced increases that were fairly clear for two participants and quite modest for the third. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Electrical Stimuli