학술논문
Linking Cognition and Literacy in Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Document Type
Article
Source
Subject
*STUDY & teaching of reading comprehension
*AUTISM spectrum disorders in children
*EXECUTIVE ability in children
*COGNITIVE ability
*COGNITIVE development
*LITERARY characters
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Language
ISSN
0040-0599
Abstract
The article explores teaching strategies for developing reading comprehension and literacy skills in children suffering from autism spectrum disorder. The author reflects on different theories that explain cognitive processing style such as Theory of Mind, weak central coherence, and executive function. Information is offered on how to engage students and adapting a text to meet a learner's needs. Other topics include understanding character development, students' background knowledge, and comprehending spoken words.