Date Approved
7-5-2019
Embargo Period
8-9-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A. Special Education
Department
Interdisciplinary and Inclusive Education
College
College of Education
Advisor
Accardo, Amy
Committee Member 1
Kuder, Sydney J.
Committee Member 2
Shuff, Midge
Subject(s)
Children with autism spectrum disorders--Education; Tablet computers
Disciplines
Special Education and Teaching
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of technology in a first-grade resource classroom. The participants used in this study were first grade nonverbal students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The data collected during this study reflected if Apple iPads(TM) increased the number of communication exchanges between teachers and students in a classroom using a Picture Exchange System on each screen. The study also examined the increase in independent task completion using the iPad(TM) in a first grade classroom. The students used a checklist of six items to complete, and had to complete this checklist independently using the checklist shown on each iPad(TM).
Recommended Citation
Barone, Angela, "Investigating the use of technology in communication exchanges and visual support for students with autism" (2019). Theses and Dissertations. 2715.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/2715
