NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Descriptor
Achievement Gains1
Attention1
Autism1
Behavior Modification1
Contingency Management1
Early Intervention1
Imitation1
Naturalistic Observation1
Observational Learning1
Program Effectiveness1
Teaching Methods1
Young Children1
More ▼
Source
Journal of Autism and…1
Author
Ingersoll, Brooke1
Schreibman, Laura1
Publication Type
Journal Articles1
Reports - Research1
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Showing one result Save | Export
Teaching Reciprocal Imitation Skills to Young Children with Autism Using a Naturalistic Behavioral Approach: Effects on Language, Pretend Play, and Joint Attention
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Ingersoll, Brooke; Schreibman, Laura – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2006
Children with autism exhibit significant deficits in imitation skills which impede the acquisition of more complex behaviors and socialization, and are thus an important focus of early intervention programs for children with autism. This study used a multiple-baseline design across five young children with autism to assess the benefit of a…
Descriptors: Young Children, Imitation, Autism, Early Intervention