Video Modeling for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Practical Guide for Parents and Professionals

Video modeling takes visual learning to the next level by using new technologies to create an effective teaching tool. This book explains how professionals and parents can use innovative video modeling techniques to support the development of young children with autism spectrum disorders in school, home or community settings. Offering practical step-by-step guidance, the book shows how to film and edit personalized videos that highlight the exact skill that is being taught. Whether the focus is increasing attention, peer interaction, getting dressed or creative play, these videos are easy to incorporate into daily routines. They allow the child to learn new skills quickly and with less hands-on adult support leading to greater independence. Three video modeling strategies are presented Basic Video Modeling, Video Self-Modeling and Point-of-view Video Modeling along with all the information needed for readers to start using the techniques for themselves. The research behind the approach is also discussed and each chapter includes detailed case studies that demonstrate the techniques in action.

Brenna Noland is an Early Childhood Special Education teacher and autism specialist in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She is the owner of 3B's Therapy, which provides in-home and community-based services to young children with special needs and their families. She is passionate about technology and uses video modeling techniques on a daily basis to support the development of young children. She has a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Special Education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master's degree in Special Education with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Sarah Murray has been an Early Childhood Special Education teacher for 18 years and has extensive experience working with children on the autism spectrum and their families. She has conducted trainings and presented at conferences on the topic of using technology with young children with special needs. Sarah has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Special Education with a concentration in early childhood from the University of Florida. Sarah lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.