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Teaching Social Skills Or Play: The Importance Of Foundational Skills, Elizabeth Ann Bauman Jan 2018

Teaching Social Skills Or Play: The Importance Of Foundational Skills, Elizabeth Ann Bauman

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The purpose of this study is to conduct a thorough examination of the current literature related to the background, benefit and implementation of play in teaching social skills to children with autism spectrum disorders. The ability to demonstrate joint attention, demonstrate join attention and participate in functional and pretend play continues to show a correlation with children’s language, cognitive and social skills. Functional and symbolic play provide children an opportunity to practice new vocabulary, experiment with scenarios they have observed, and have social interaction. Children with autism spectrum disorders do not develop these skills easily and naturally as their typically-developing …


The Power Of Play On Academic And Social Learning, Brianna Sorlien Jan 2018

The Power Of Play On Academic And Social Learning, Brianna Sorlien

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Play is among the most vital components in elementary student’s prosperity, wellbeing and improvement academically and socially. It is a characteristic and instinctual behaviour which should be encouraged during childhood. Some articles indicate how vital playing is for the prosperity and improvement of elementary students, showing why elementary students should have time, support and places to play. They examine the impact of various sorts of play, specifically, outside play and the significance of giving nearby neighbourhood spaces where children feel safe outside with their peers. Different articles recommend fair treatment for elementary students who have special needs. The full acknowledgment …