Lights, Camera, Action: Theater to Improve Social Skills in ASD
Advisor Information
Lisa Kelly-Vance
Location
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
Presentation Type
Poster
Start Date
4-3-2016 9:00 AM
End Date
4-3-2016 10:30 AM
Abstract
A thorough review of the literature suggests that children with autism can benefit from interventions that teach movement and encourage social interactions (Wadsworth & Simon, 2014, Behrends, Muller, & Dziobek, 2012; Dale, Hyatt, & Hollerman, 2007; Vincent et al., 2007; Dempsey & Foreman, 2001). The current study examined the effects of drama classes on children with autism. Participants (n=3) were selected from a group of students already enrolled in a fall drama class at a local theater. Participants were observed during their weekly drama class. Trained researchers observed pretend play and social interactions among each participant using anecdotal notes and partial interval recording. Parents of the participants completed a pre and post-test measure of social and adaptive behavior using the SSIS.
Lights, Camera, Action: Theater to Improve Social Skills in ASD
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
A thorough review of the literature suggests that children with autism can benefit from interventions that teach movement and encourage social interactions (Wadsworth & Simon, 2014, Behrends, Muller, & Dziobek, 2012; Dale, Hyatt, & Hollerman, 2007; Vincent et al., 2007; Dempsey & Foreman, 2001). The current study examined the effects of drama classes on children with autism. Participants (n=3) were selected from a group of students already enrolled in a fall drama class at a local theater. Participants were observed during their weekly drama class. Trained researchers observed pretend play and social interactions among each participant using anecdotal notes and partial interval recording. Parents of the participants completed a pre and post-test measure of social and adaptive behavior using the SSIS.