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In this episode we discuss the results form the cursory data collection of spontaneous responses. In episode 18 we discussed an idea for an observation of collecting data on how many correct vs. incorrect responses are given within a given period of time. During this observation, I kept the length of time and number of times I collected data very open due to wanting to keep things flexible during this first phase of collection. I roughly estimate that I have been keeping track of this data for 4 weeks. I recorded 47 entries under three categories. Category 1- Correct Responses, Category 2- Incorrect Responses, and Category 3- Correct responses with prompting. Out of the 47 entries, I gathered the following results: Correct Responses: 23/47= 48% Incorrect Responses: 12/47= 25% Correct Responses with Prompting: 12/47= 25% If we add incorrect responses + correct responses with prompting we get 24/47= 51%. So a little over half of the time I'm getting either an incorrect response or a correct response with prompt

Discussing the whys and why nots of student having IEPs. There is really not a reason not to have an IEP. They are helpful in many ways. Don't worry about the stigma, do what's best for your child and get them the help they deserve. Thanks so much for listening! ~Carole New connecting platforms still under construction~ coming soon! Connect with me on the following platforms: DeathRowBooks: www.deathrowbooks.etsy.com Twitter: @lewis_carole Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/It-Just-Works  Neural Balance Discount Link: https://www.neuralbalance.com/discount/CAROLE47827

In this episode, I discuss the possibility of increasing spontaneous responses in children with ASD. One of the primary issues I continue to work on with my child is eliciting a response from him that is spontaneous. This means that the response is something he has to think about in his mind and give an answer to without being prompted or coached for the response. Often times children with ASD echo a teacher or parent, meaning they simply repeat what the caregiver is saying. I want to increase the frequency of responses without having to coach the child with the correct response. This type of response is needed when more abstract questions are being asked. For example, "What can we do to help others?" is a question that would require the child to think abstractly about helping people and then give an answer that is appropriate. I also want to remove visual cues so that the child has to practice giving these spontaneous responses purely from their mind. After a quick Google search on how to improve abstract th

This episode focuses on the question, "When is it time for a change?" This can be applied to your child's schooling, outings, groups, classes and any other time when a big decision is necessary. Remember that the key to finding solutions is you. If you've been over-stressing what is best for your child with autism, the answer may be standing right in front of you. Ask yourself, "Are you afraid to make the necessary changes?" If the answer is yes, then you need to take an outsider's point of view on your situation. Get out of your own head and look at it from a non-emotional stance. Don't make decisions based on emotions alone. Research all the facts, gather the necessary information, use the correct amount of emotion and then make your move. Connect with me on the following platforms: Check out my autism-themed jewelry on Etsy! 20% of all proceeds go toward the advancement of autism research at the Autism Research Institute: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Stamping4Autism Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stamping