autism strategies classroom chatboard message board IEP information chat room teach teaching information class students autistic support children - communication strategies

autism strategies classroom chatboard message board IEP information chat room teach teaching information class students autistic support children - communication strategies: Place items in a spot where the child can see the items, but cannot obtain the item, without the assistance from the adult. This can be done in a number of ways. First, highly motivating items can be placed behind the adult, but in clear view. Since the child cannot go through the adult, he or she must communicate with the adult to receive the item. Second, items can be placed inside a cabinent, container or a closet and picture icons or photographs can be placed on the outside of the closet or cabinet door. Once again, providing the need for adult assistance to obtain the item.