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The Effects Of Peer Mentoring On Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Keri Tichenor
The Effects Of Peer Mentoring On Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Keri Tichenor
Inquiry: The University of Arkansas Undergraduate Research Journal
The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics of students with autism and their peer mentors that may contribute to the success of peer-mediated intervention strategies. Target students and peer mentors were matched based on skill level, age, and preferences; the students participated in a variety of activities throughout a week-long day camp. Peer mentors were taught how to interact with students, and behavior technicians were trained to facilitate these interactions. A qualitative case study was designed to determine patterns across the matched pairs. Findings indicate that peer mentor characteristics and the characteristics of the target student contribute …