Getting the Words Out: name

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Responding to Name

Posted by Ashley, Special Educator

As we know, based on diagnostic criteria, individuals with autism display marked differences in the areas of socialization and communication [more information]. Differences in these areas are required in order to receive an autism diagnosis. What this means may vary from child to child. Differences in these areas may vary drastically in both degree and form. Remember that every child is a unique individual. However, although every child is different, there are sometimes specific areas of need that are common to many (not all) of our students. One of these areas is responding to one's name (i.e. acknowledging when someone has called your name).

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As professionals, our mission is to provide excellent and meaningful services in the world of autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, and Early Childhood Special Education. As colleagues, our mission is to drive and support one another. As bloggers, our mission is to share our process with other professionals, individuals, and families affected by autism. We have created this forum as a place where we can get our words out, and hope that we will inspire others to do the same. Change and progress often begin with conversation. Simply getting the words out—sharing a thought, asking a question, reaching out for help—is often the start of something wonderful. As we take this journey together, we reflect on our thoughts, experiences, mistakes and victories along the way. With every amazing child we work with, we become increasingly aware that they too are our teachers. This is a learning process for us all, and the best teachers are the ones who always remain students. It is our wonderful, talented, and unique children who inspire us to learn more. It is for them that we strive to be our best and to do our best. We do not have all the answers, but we are committed to the search. This is a place for us to share our journey and to invite others into our team. We hope that you will join us in getting the words out.