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...would come away with the idea that ABA is an outdated procedure that is limited to only teaching rote skills. Nothing is mentioned of the many recent research studies that show children with autism learning to be socially indistinguishable from their peers after ABA therapy. ABA has been scientifically proven to be a very effective method in teaching social skills and awareness to all learners, not just autistic individuals. Toby Mountjoy, Associate Director Autism Partnership Hong Kong...
...Beware of Dubious Teaching Secrets The media crowned a study as the answer to the Boy Crisis - but the study's "proven" effects are negligible at best
...particular moment with an individual child. Kelly Crosby Rochester, New York, U.S. Individuals with autism possess a wealth of trapped talent and ability and need our help to share their riches with the world. It is important and comforting to realize that just as there is no one proven cause for autism, there is also no one foolproof treatment. Shifra K. Leiser Passaic, New Jersey, U.S. Bravo for your reporting on autism and treatment options. I encounter many toddlers and young children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Explaining the diagnosis to parents causes them immediate confusion, panic and pain...
...agreed that we needed somebody more aggressive, more pushy, bolder,” former University Treasurer D. Ronald Daniel told The New York Times in 2003.But Summers lacked experience running an academic institution, and some observers have urged the committee to now select a candidate with more proven credentials in university administration.“The most important thing right now is to find somebody who understands the problems of leadership in a complex university,” says Jay W. Lorsch, the Kirstein professor of human relations at Harvard Business School. “That means you can?...
...Because charter schools are outside of the purview of the School Committee—charters are granted by the state—Nolan says that Cambridge should be taking other “bold steps” that have proven successful in addressing under-performance in cities across the country. Among them is increased tutoring for failing students, the hiring of more math and literacy coaches, and more teacher mentoring programs within the classroom...