The Effectiveness of Picture Exchange Communication System in Improving the Functional Communication Skills of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Picture Exchange Communication System, functional communication, AutismAbstract
This study explores whether or not effectiveness of Picture Exchange Communication System has positive effects functional communication of children with autism. Participants were ten children between the ages of five and seven who attended a school for children with developmental disabilities (Tarbya Fekrya). A pre-post design was used to examine the effectiveness of the Picture Exchange Communication System on functional communication of the target children. Findings from this study indicated the effectiveness of the Picture Exchange Communication System employed in teaching the target children functional communication. On the basis of the findings, the study advocated for the effectiveness of the Picture Exchange Communication System employed in teaching the target children functional communication.Downloads
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