Comparison of two visual-spatial tasks in children with autism
by Sidor, Mariann, M.S., THE WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY, 2010, 32 pages; 1479504

Abstract:

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder are proficient in making visual-spatial arrangements, such as patterns found in jigsaw puzzles and block design tasks. The visual spatial skills these children demonstrate are usually remarkable in contrast to their severe impairments in social interaction, abstract reasoning, language, and communication. The goal of this study is to determine if there is a difference in the amount of time children with ASD need to complete an identical 25 piece cutout jigsaw puzzle and a 25 piece computer generated jigsaw puzzle. In the present study, the performance of nine children with ASD was compared among the two visual-spatial tasks. The child’s performance was analyzed according to how quickly they were able to complete both tasks. The findings indicate that children with ASD were able to complete the computer generated jigsaw puzzle task using less time.

 
AdviserBhat Vishwa
SchoolTHE WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
SourceMAI/ 49-01, p. , Sep 2010
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsSpeech therapy; Special education
Publication Number1479504
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