Becoming Vocal: Developing Vocalizations in Learners with ASD

Course Description

This course focuses on evidence-based strategies for developing vocalizations in learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Drawing from Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles, participants will learn effective procedures to enhance vocal behaviour and communication skills.

It is one part of a four-part EBIC Workshop Series based on the Early Behavioural Intervention Curriculum, which serves as an intervention framework derived from functional analyses of language. This comprehensive approach ensures that participants gain a thorough understanding of developing vocalizations within the broader context of early behavioural intervention.

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Key Topics in Developing Vocalizations

• Understanding the importance of vocal verbal behaviour as a preferred communication method
• Vocal shaping procedures for learners with ASD
• Implementing phonetic hand cues to improve articulation
• Using sign language with time-delay techniques to increase vocalizations

This 2-hour presentation includes video examples and resources, providing participants with practical tools for developing vocalizations in ASD learners. The course aligns with ABA therapy principles, which have been recognized as effective for improving communication skills in individuals with autism.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course on developing vocalizations, participants will be able to:

• Describe the benefits of vocal verbal behavior for ASD learners
• Implement vocal shaping procedures
• Apply hand-cue techniques for improving articulation
• Utilize sign language with time-delay strategies to enhance vocalizations

Who Should Attend?

• ABA professionals and therapists
• Educators implementing ABA strategies
• Speech and language pathologists
• Parents with foundational ABA knowledge

2 Learning CEUs Available

This presentation is developed for ABA professionals or professionals that implement ABA strategies. Parents with foundational knowledge in ABA may find this presentation beneficial.