EDUC 2301 Smith
Chapter Eight Questions -Jocelyn Gomez
Respond to two of the following questions.
Use as much space as needed to completely
answer the question.
1.
Explain what is meant by ASD (autism spectrum disorder). Describe how the condition is
defined in IDEA.
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Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by deficits in social interactions and
communication skills and by fixated interests and repetitive behaviors
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Defined by IDEA: a developmental disability significantly affecting verbal and nonverbal
communication and social interaction
2.
Mrs. Allen has a student with ASD in her class who has some quite unique abilities. Explain
the concept of "autistic savants." Create a description of Mrs. Allen's student with ASD
including two characteristics and the skills that makes the student a savant.
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Autistic savants: a person affected with autism who exhibits exceptional skill or brilliance
in some limited field
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Description: a student with heightened sensory sensitivity, obsessional behaviors,
technical/spatial abilities, and systemizing
3.
List the key components of the Applied Behavior Analysis Approach (ABA). Using the key
components, and a specific skill or challenge, explain how ABA can be used in your
identified instructional situation.
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Key components of ABA:
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Generality
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Effective
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Technological
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Applied
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Conceptually systematic
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Analytic
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Behavioral
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ABA can be used to determine the motivation and purpose of behavior, to then
understand how to deliver reinforcement and consequences.
EDUC 2301 CWQ8
