ERIC Number: EJ1175176
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-May
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-1525-7401
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Online Communication Training for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Douglas, Sarah N.; Kammes, Rebecca; Nordquist, Erica
Communication Disorders Quarterly, v39 n3 p415-425 May 2018
Parent training is an essential part of quality programming for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, limited research exists exploring online training approaches to support parents of children with both ASD and complex communication needs (CCN; e.g., limited verbal ability), despite the many benefits that online training might have for these parents and the overall sustainability and scalability of such approaches. This study utilized a single-subject multiple probe design with three parents and their children to explore the impact of online parent training for parents and their children with ASD and CCN. Training included online interactive components to teach parents a communication strategy, as well as live practice sessions during which parents implemented the strategy, had an opportunity to ask questions, and engaged in self-reflection. Results indicated that training increased communication opportunities and responses provided by parents, and communication by the child. Limitations and future research directions are discussed.
Descriptors: Online Courses, Communication Strategies, Communication Skills, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism, Parent Education, Parenting Skills, Training Methods, Children, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Competence, Parent Child Relationship, Rating Scales
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Michigan
Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Childhood Autism Rating Scale
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