A Robotic Therapy Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 137-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Charron ◽  
Lundy Lewis ◽  
Michael Craig

The purpose of this article is to describe a possible methodology for developing joint attention skills in students with autism spectrum disorder. Co-robot therapy with the humanoid robot NAO was used to foster a student’s joint attention skill development; 20-min sessions conducted once weekly during the school year were video recorded and analyzed for joint attention. Robot therapy may be a viable method to improve communication skills in individuals identified with autism spectrum disorder. This particular student was clearly motivated by working with a humanoid robot.


Author(s):  
Alice M. Hammel ◽  
Ryan M. Hourigan

One of the most unique attributes of students with autism is the distinct way they think. This chapter sheds light on the cognitive world of students with autism in the music classroom. The following topics are included: theory of mind; central coherence; executive function; joint attention (and cognition); and music cognition and students with autism.



Author(s):  
Alice M. Hammel ◽  
Ryan M. Hourigan

Communication is one of the considerable challenges faced by children with autism. Before a child with autism can learn, their must be able to communicate. This chapter includes information on communication traits and characteristics of persons with autism as well as steps to obtain effective communication with students with autism in the music classroom. Other topics include joint attention, reciprocation, echolalia, receptive and expressive language, and augmentative and alternative communication for students with autism in the music classroom.



2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Azra Aryania ◽  
Hadi S. Aghdasi ◽  
Eleonora Aida Beccaluva ◽  
Andrea Bonarini


2020 ◽  
pp. 137-142
Author(s):  
Low Hui Min ◽  
Lee Lay Wah

Since the implementation of 'Educational Blueprint 2013-2025' and 'Zero Reject Policy' in Malaysia, there are increasingly efforts from the Malaysian Ministry of Education to include students with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) into regular mainstream education. A case study investigation was conducted with a mother with two children with different severity levels of ASD. In a semi-structured interview, the mother described her experiences and aspirations of education arrangements for both her children. Through the eyes of a mother, we find a strong belief that children with ASD could learn like others when given adequate opportunities and learning aids. This unique case study offers an archetypical representation of issues and challenges faced by parents of children with ASD in Malaysia, in advocating for inclusive education for their children.



2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 2156759X0001800
Author(s):  
Emily Goodman-Scott ◽  
Robert Carlisle

The percentage of students educationally identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is on the rise and school counselors are called to serve this population. Social stories are recommended in the educational literature to address the social and behavioral challenges of students with ASD, but a need exists to examine social stories within the context of school counseling. In this article, the authors provide a case study of a school counselor-facilitated social story using an action research framework in order to illustrate the creation, implementation, and impact of social stories.



2019 ◽  
Vol 105 (4) ◽  
pp. 45-51
Author(s):  
Mary Crum Scholtens

This article describes effective ways for elementary general music educators to serve their special education students with autism spectrum disorder in the self-contained music classroom. It includes educational, social, and scientific rationales for selecting musical repertoire to support the development of joint attention communication skills for students on the more profoundly affected end of the autism spectrum. Many song titles are included, along with ideas for encouraging and eliciting vocal responses from the students. Resources, including a bibliography of related books and websites for source materials, are also provided.



2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-84
Author(s):  
Javier Cortes Moreno ◽  
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Eva María Sotomayor Morales ◽  
Enrique Pastor Selles ◽  


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