ERIC Number: EJ1430673
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Publication Date: 2021-Dec
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An Evaluation of Reinforcer Magnitude and Echoic Prompts on Vocal Requesting of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Reem Muharib; Russell Lang; Virginia L. Walker; Andrew Phinney; Marcela Rodriguez
Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, v33 n6 p947-961 2021
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have communication support needs and many rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems to communicate. Previous research suggests that AAC use does not preclude the acquisition of spoken language and, in some cases, may facilitate improvements in spoken communication in children with ASD. This study systematically applied echoic prompting and manipulated reinforcer magnitude in an effort to increase the spoken requests of 3 children with ASD, ages 10-12 years, who used iPad-based speech generating devices (SGDs). The spoken language (vocal requests) of all 3 participants increased in frequency and 1 participant began using spoken language exclusively, even when the SGD was an option. Implications for practitioners and directions for future research in this area are discussed.
Descriptors: Preadolescents, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Skills, Expressive Language, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Oral Language, Assistive Technology, Repetition, Speech Impairments
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Language: English
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