Why do teachers use visual supports in classrooms to help students with ASD?
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary but may include the following aspects:
• Visual supports can prevent challenging behavior.
• Visual supports can increase communication.
• Visual supports can give children visual reminders and enhance memory.
• Visual supports are relatively permanent and easy to refer to.
• Visual supports can be a reminder of the verbal direction and expectations.
• Visual supports can be used for very young children.
• Visual supports promote self-monitoring and minimizes adult prompt.
• Visual supports can be used in conjunction with verbal directions.
• For many children, visual supports are most beneficial when used in conjunction with spokenlanguage and/or sign language.
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