From Goals to Data and Back Again: Adding Backbone to Developmental Intervention for Children with Autism
Jill Fain Lehman
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Paperback. The authors argue that theory must be combined with data for it to be used effectively in developmental intervention. Aimed at professionals and parents, the authors explain how to write basic developmental goals, how to collect data and analyse it and how to use the results of analysis to inform the next round of intervention decisions. Num Pages: 256 pages, charts, references, index. BIC Classification: JMC; MMJ; MMZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 15. Weight in Grams: 616.
Early intervention is now accepted as essential in helping children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) to cope with the future demands of daily living, education and long-term independence. Choosing the most suitable intervention strategy is difficult because there are a large number of theories, including TEACCH, Floor-time and ABA, and each child with autism presents differently. In this book, the authors argue that theory must be combined with data in order for it to be used effectively in developmental intervention. Aimed at professionals, as well as parents who want to be more involved in their child's development, the authors explain ... Read more
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781843107538
SKU
V9781843107538
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Ref
99-1
About Jill Fain Lehman
Jill Fain Lehman has been a researcher in the cognitive and computer sciences for twenty years. As a Senior Research Scientist at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, she has authored more than forty publications. She is the owner of KidAccess, Inc., a company dedicated to using cognitive science to support cognitively impaired children. Dr Lehman is also the mother ... Read more
Reviews for From Goals to Data and Back Again: Adding Backbone to Developmental Intervention for Children with Autism
I would recommend this book to all professionals who work with children on the autistic spectrum and who have responsibility for target setting. I believe that it would be an invaluable resource for the comprehensive list of goals and chapters on target setting and data collection.
Support for Learning This substansial publication is aimed at education and care professionals, ... Read more
Support for Learning This substansial publication is aimed at education and care professionals, ... Read more