J. Except. People 2022, 11(1):99-114

Comparison of the pragmatic level of communication in children with autism spectrum disorder using pictorial and drawn material

Lucie Vrbová
Instituue of Special Education Studies, Faculty of Education, Palacky University, Žižkovo nám. 5, 771 40 Olomouc, Czech Republic

The paper provides an insight into the possibilities of using different types of visual material, intended for practical use in the evaluation or development of social communication skills. The aim of the paper is to assess the optimal type of task and the way of its administration in terms of effectiveness in students with ASD. The theoretical part of the paper contains both the definition of autism spectrum disorders and the pragmatic language level, as well as a thorough insight into Skinner's analysis of verbal operants, especially intraverbal and receptive skills, mastering which is necessary for functional application of learned skills in everyday social communication situations. Three types of pictorial and cartoon materials are used in the research survey. The first is a pair of images designed to distinguish socially acceptable behaviors. The second contains situational pictures, where the student distinguishes the main character's likes or dislikes according to the context of the situation. The third material is modified by the principles of structured learning, in which the respondent assigns to the pictures a suitable statement from the menu. The aim of the research part of the paper is to evaluate the results of individuals in partial tests, especially if they achieve significantly more acceptable results in tests for identification, assignment or spontaneous creation.

Keywords: autistic spectrum disorders, intraverbal skills, pragmatic language level, pictures with social context

Published: December 11, 2022  Show citation

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Vrbová, L. (2022). Comparison of the pragmatic level of communication in children with autism spectrum disorder using pictorial and drawn material. Journal of Exceptional People, 11(20), 99-114
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