Advances in Medical Technologies and Clinical Practice: Innovative Technologies to Benefit Children on the Autism Spectrum

Editor/Author Silton, Nava R.
Publication Year: 2014
Publisher: IGI Global

Single-User Purchase Price: $195.00
Unlimited-User Purchase Price: $292.50
ISBN: 978-1-4666-5792-2
Category: Technology & Engineering - Technology
Image Count: 23
Book Status: Available
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More than ever, emerging technology is assisting individuals with autism in a variety of ways. However, many parents, schools, and special education professionals are not aware of the recent technological developments that are available to assist these individuals. Innovative Technologies to Benefit Children on the Autism Spectrum brings together relevant theoretical frameworks and empirical research concerning the emerging technologies that benefit individuals living with autism. This book is an essential reference source for parents, teachers, special educators, researchers, academics, and other professionals seeking relevant information on the emerging technological advances available for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders.

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Table of Contents

  • Editorial Advisory Board
  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgment
  • Section 1: Assistive and Computer Technology for Children with Autism
  • Chapter 1: The Promise and Limitations of Assistive Technology Use among Children with Autism
  • Chapter 2: Addressing Executive Function Using Assistive Technology to Increase Access to the 21st Century Skills
  • Chapter 3: Incorporating Mobile Technology into Evidence-Based Practices for Students with Autism
  • Chapter 4: The Use of Computer-Based Technologies to Increase the Academic, Behavioral, and Social Outcomes of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Schools
  • Chapter 5: Information and Computer Technology for Individuals with Autism
  • Section 2: Single User Devices for Children with Autism
  • Chapter 6: Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • APPENDIX to Chapter 6
  • Chapter 7: Using Handheld Applications to Improve the Transitions of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Chapter 8: Improving Socialization and Emotion Recognition for Children with Autism Using a Smartphone App
  • Chapter 9: A Viable Option?
  • Chapter 10: A Task Assistant for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Section 3: Video and Virtual-Based Instruction for Children with Autism
  • Chapter 11: Robots and Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Chapter 12: Video Games as a Form of Therapeutic Intervention for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Chapter 13: Video Modeling for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • APPENDIX 1 to Chapter 13
  • APPENDIX 2 to Chapter 13
  • APPENDIX 3 to Chapter 13
  • Chapter 14: The Development of Virtual Reality Technologies for People on the Autism Spectrum
  • Chapter 15: Realabilities
  • Compilation of References
  • About the Contributors