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The Use Of Code-Switching In Bilingual Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Monica Yolanda Ponce-Lawler
The Use Of Code-Switching In Bilingual Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Monica Yolanda Ponce-Lawler
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Abstract
Background: Code-switching may be seen as a weakness in the eyes of many who do not truly
understand bilingualism. Several professionals consider code-switching to be a compensatory
strategy, however other professionals perceive code-switching as a functionally motivating behavior
(Chung, 2006). Whether is it consciously or subconsciously that a child code-switches, there is
limited research on when bilingual children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are likely to
code-switch as well as what patterns they utilize when they code-switch.
Purpose: To grow the limited research on the use of code-switching in bilingual children with ASD.
Introduce and compare two language treatments; …
Study Of The Ability To Detect Humor In Visual Images By 2-5 Year Olds, Sonovia Latoya Mcfall
Study Of The Ability To Detect Humor In Visual Images By 2-5 Year Olds, Sonovia Latoya Mcfall
Master's Theses
Problem
Understanding the impact that humor can have as a form of therapy has been studied mostly in relation to mental and spiritual healing. As a result, little focus has been given to understanding the types of humor and how one’s understanding of and appreciation for types of humor develop over time. Gaining an understanding of humor development is important due to discoveries that the use of humor is a great intervention tool when working with children. Nevertheless, the use of pictures (with humor) is often used within speech therapy sessions, but seldom used correctly due to the lack of …