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Title
Using Prompts to Promote Skill Acquisition
Author
Katherine Inge
Summary
This brief online article describes how prompts can be effectively used to support individuals with autism. The article identifies a hierarchy of different types of prompts, from independence to full physical guidance. The article also includes a discussion of prompt dependency and how prompts can be faded over time.

The Virginia Commonwealth University Autism Center for Excellence (VCU-ACE) is a university-based autism research centre. VCU-ACE promotes �the implementation of research-based practices in schools and the community through training, technical assistance, research, and collaboration.� [Website]
Language
English
Subjects
Behaviour Support
Publisher
VCU Autism Center for Excellence (VCU-ACE)
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:37 PM EST