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Transforming Engagement: A Case Study of Building Intrinsic Motivation in a Child with Autism

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Title: Transforming Engagement: A Case Study of Building Intrinsic Motivation in a Child with Autism
Language: English
Authors: Dearden, Jackie, Emerson, Anne, Lewis, Tom, Papp, Rebecca
Source: British Journal of Special Education. Mar 2017 44(1):8-25.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 18
Publication Date: 2017
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Longitudinal Studies, Case Studies, Females, Preadolescents, Autism, Communication Problems, Video Technology, Student Behavior, Behavior Problems, Behavior Modification, Intervention, Communication Skills, Learner Engagement, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
DOI: 10.1111/1467-8578.12137
ISSN: 0952-3383
Abstract: This longitudinal case study of a 10-year-old girl with autism and severe communication impairment measures the impact of the MORE (Means, Opportunities, Reasons and Expectations) approach to enhancing engagement and communication. Through detailed observation of video data over a period of 28 months, engagement behaviours including interaction with adults and following adult directions increased, while resistant behaviours such as kicking, hitting and pushing adults away decreased. Fluctuation between different "states" demonstrated that the frequency and duration of engagement was influenced by the MORE approach and an emphasis on developing intrinsic motivation. In order to enable further efficacy research, core features of the intervention and the changes in engagement over time are described.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2017
Accession Number: EJ1135291
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This longitudinal case study of a 10-year-old girl with autism and severe communication impairment measures the impact of the MORE (Means, Opportunities, Reasons and Expectations) approach to enhancing engagement and communication. Through detailed observation of video data over a period of 28 months, engagement behaviours including interaction with adults and following adult directions increased, while resistant behaviours such as kicking, hitting and pushing adults away decreased. Fluctuation between different "states" demonstrated that the frequency and duration of engagement was influenced by the MORE approach and an emphasis on developing intrinsic motivation. In order to enable further efficacy research, core features of the intervention and the changes in engagement over time are described.
ISSN:0952-3383
DOI:10.1111/1467-8578.12137