Peer Imitation: Increasing Social Interactions in Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities in Inclusive Preschool Classrooms.

Garfinkle, Ann N.; Schwartz, Ilene S.

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ERIC Number: EJ645083

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Peer Imitation: Increasing Social Interactions in Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities in Inclusive Preschool Classrooms.

Garfinkle, Ann N.; Schwartz, Ilene S.

Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, v22 n1 p26-38 Spr 2002

The effectiveness of a peer imitation intervention with three preschool children with autism and one with developmental delays was studied. Results indicated participants increased peer imitation behaviors in small group and free play settings. Increases were also seen in social behavior and in levels of nonsocial engagement. (Contains references.) (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Autism, Developmental Delays, Imitation, Inclusive Schools, Instructional Effectiveness, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Peer Influence, Peer Relationship, Preschool Children, Preschool Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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