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Beverly Vicker
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Articles

Considering an Overnight Camp Program for your Child on the Autism Spectrum?

Disability Information for Someone who has Autism

A Young Adult's Guide to Deep Breathing as a Relaxation Technique

Movement Differences Among Some People with Autism: An Impetus to Re-Examine Behavioral Issues

Selected Bibliography: Literacy

Selected Bibliography: Communication Literature Related to Autism Spectrum Disorders

Using a Visual Support to Enhance WH Question

Comprehension of the Message: Important Considerations for Following Directions

Can Social Pragmatic Skills Be Tested?

Visual Supports: Sources for Symbols for Receptive and Expressive Communication

Assessment Day: Questions About the Communication Development of Your Young Child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder

What is the Picture Exchange Communication System or PECS?

Initial Guidelines for Developing a Communication Intervention Plan for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Significant Limitations in Communication Ability

Speech Pathology Assessment Resource List

Social Communication and Language Characteristics Associated with High Functioning, Verbal Children and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Long and Short Term Strategies for Reducing Specific Repetitive Questions

Using Aided Language to Develop Skills with Augmentative Communication Displays

Can Schedule Usage Training Include Elements of Literacy Instruction?

Speech Language Pathologist

vickerb@indiana.edu

Beverly Vicker is a Speech Language Consultant at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism. Prior to working at IRCA, Beverly worked in public schools, provided services to students with physical challenges, and supervised graduate/undergraduate students in communication disorders. While at the IRCA, she has provided direct service in model programs with students with autism, served on an interdisciplinary assessment team, engaged in training and research, and has produced many written materials. She is the author of a recent screening test that evaluates WH question comprehension. Beverly has presented at state and national level conferences. Besides an interest in autism spectrum disorder and communication disorders, she has an interest in augmentative communication, social pragmatics, literacy, early intervention, and positive behavior support.

More Articles by Beverly Vicker

The 21st Century Speech Language Pathologist and Integrated Services in Classrooms

Meeting the Challenge of Social Pragmatics with Students on the Autism Spectrum

Recognizing Different Types of Readers with ASD

Communicative Functions or Purposes of Communication

Understanding the Design and Power of a Personal Schedule

The High Functioning Person with an Autism Spectrum Disorder: A "Tourist" in His Native Country

The Role of the School Speech Language Pathologist and the Student with Autism

Visual Resources for Enhancing Communication for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Disabilities

Selected Bibliography: Augmentative Communication

Functional Categories of Delayed Echolalia

Functional Categories of Immediate Echolalia

Visual Schedules and Choice Boards: Avoid Misinterpretation of Their Primary Functions

Building Competency with Figurative Language One Idiom at a Time

Aiding Comprehension of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders During One-on-One Interactions

Behavioral Issues and the Use of Social Stories

Moving from Preschool to Kindergarten: Planning for a Successful Transition and New Relationships

Transition to Middle School

Infusing Language/Communication Instruction into the Preschool Classroom: Extension Theme Learning Based on Finding Nemo

Is There a Speech Language Patholgist on Your Behavior Support Team?

Opportunity to Communicate: A Crucial Aspect of Fostering Communication Development

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Preparation for Emergencies

Advice from Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder to Teachers Regarding Literacy Instruction

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