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Early Detection Of Autism Is Key In Socializing Children Before Entering The School Setting, Martha Elsa Lyon
Early Detection Of Autism Is Key In Socializing Children Before Entering The School Setting, Martha Elsa Lyon
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The project contributes to the significance of special education by providing information on how to identify early signs of autism in order to implement appropriate strategies as early as possible and by examining the effectiveness of early intervention programs. A quantitative and qualitative approach was used to measure the responses of parents and special educators regarding the importance of early detection of autism for early socialization of children before entering the school setting.
The Effects Of Music On Communication And Behavior In Children With Autism, Cheryl Ann Nicolosi
The Effects Of Music On Communication And Behavior In Children With Autism, Cheryl Ann Nicolosi
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The research demonstrates that music therapy is an effective tool in the area of communication and behavior with children with autism and children with other learning disabilities. The hypothesis of this thesis predicted that music would enhance communication and decrease inappropriate behaviors. Qualitative data were gathered from interviews with music therapists and observations of students diagnosed with autism and other disabilities including attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, and other levels of mental retardation. Results supported the hypothesis and also supported the research in the literature that music lowered the anxiety levels in all individuals, resulting in increased learning.