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Microswitch-Based Programs (MBP) to Promote Communication, Occupation, and Leisure Skills for Children with Multiple Disabilities: A Literature Overview

Microswitch-Based Programs (MBP) to Promote Communication, Occupation, and Leisure Skills for Children with Multiple Disabilities: A Literature Overview
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Author(s): Fabrizio Stasolla (University of Bari, Italy)and Viviana Perilli (Lega del Filo d'Oro Research Center, Italy)
Copyright: 2015
Pages: 22
Source title: Recent Advances in Assistive Technologies to Support Children with Developmental Disorders
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Nava R. Silton (Marymount Manhattan College, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-8395-2.ch009

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Abstract

This chapter provides a literature overview concerning microswitch-based programs (MBP) to promote communication, occupation and leisure skills for children with multiple disabilities. The first aim of the chapter is to present an overview of the empirical studies about the use of MBP, published in the last decade (i.e. period from 2004 to 2014) to emphasize the most recent strategies for children with developmental disabilities, providing a general picture of the different options available. The second goal is to underline strengths and weaknesses of the various studies included in the overview. Finally, the third purpose is to outline issues and questions to be addressed in the future and discuss their implications for research and practice.

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