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The effects of errorless learning and backward chaining on the acquisition of Internet skills in adults with
Jared Jerome1, Eric P Frantino, Peter Sturmey
1Queens College and The Graduate Center of The City University Of New York, USA.
Abstract:
An important area in the learning and development of individuals with disabilities is the acquisition of independent, age-appropriate leisure skills. Three adults with autism and mental retardation were taught to access specific Internet sites using backward chaining and most-to-least intrusive prompting. The number of independent steps completed in the task analysis increased following training.
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