Developing Social Skills and Social Competence in Children with Autism
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2021-03-09Metadata
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International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. 2021, 13 (3), 341-363. https://doi.org/10.26822/iejee.2021.195Sammendrag
Social development is one of the most critical developmental areas for human beings. Deficits in social skills may negatively impact several essential domains including academic achievement, interpersonal relationships, behavior, mental health, and adult life outcome. Individuals with autism present with core deficits in social skills. Without supports and effective interventions to enhance social skills, children with autism often struggle to obtain social competence, and may experience challenges in the school, home, and community settings. With effective interventions, children with autism can learn essential social skills that can help to mitigate deficits and strengthen social competence. After a brief review of various theories of social development, this article seeks to present the constructs of social competence, social skills, and adaptive skills in relatable and clear language for educators. Finally, the article will review several evidence-based interventions designed to enhance social skills.
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Kura Publishing HouseSerie
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education;Volume 13, Issue 3(2021) Special Issue: Social Skills Development and Strategies for SuccessTidsskrift
International Electronic Journal of Elementary EducationOpphavsrett
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