ERIC Number: EJ846467
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005
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Video Modeling: Why Does It Work for Children with Autism?
Corbett, Blythe A.; Abdullah, Maryam
Journal of Early and Intensive Behavior Intervention, v2 n1 p2-8 Win 2005
Video modeling is a well-validated intervention documented in the behavioral sciences. It has been used to target a variety of behaviors across many areas of functioning including language, social behavior, play, academics and adaptive skills. The methodology appears particularly efficacious for children with autism. In this review of research applications of video modeling, we explore several plausible explanations that contribute to the unique benefits of television/video methodology. We discuss the specific characteristics of autism that may provide a rationale for using visually cued instruction that restricts the field of focus while not imposing too much demand on social attention or interaction. The unique aspects of video presentation are presented within a social learning context (Bandura, 1977, 1986). We also discuss additional explanations pertaining to the features video offers, such a restricted field of focus, repetitive presentation of models and situations, and a context that is typically associated with recreation and is thus viewed with greater receptivity and motivation.
Descriptors: Socialization, Social Behavior, Autism, Teaching Methods, Video Technology, Role, Models, Intervention, Television, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Individual Characteristics, Cues, Visual Stimuli, Interaction, Social Environment, Student Motivation, Behavior Modification
Joseph Cautilli, Ph.D. & The Behavior Analyst Online Organization. 535 Queen Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147-3220. Tel: 215-462-6737; Web site: http://www.baojournal.com/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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