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The proliferation of inexpensive mobile technology has dramatically changed how service providers deliver educational and behavioral services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). From touch screen phones to tablet devices, mobile computing devices have never been more user-friendly, cheaper, or universally available. Digital computer technology has become a prevalent feature of everyday life and is an increasingly popular means of communication in today’s society. For individuals with ASD, mobile technology can be used effectively for not only entertainment and as an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device, but also to assist in teaching academic areas, social skills, video modeling, reinforcement, ABA, speech/language therapy, fine motor skills, visual supports, functional life skills, organizational skills, and increasing independence.
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Lofland, K.B. (2016). The Use of Technology in the Treatment of Autism. In: Cardon, T. (eds) Technology and the Treatment of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism and Child Psychopathology Series. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-20872-5_3
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