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In my previous article. I discussed imitation, repetition, and memorization. Imitation is important for learning purposeful movement and other skills. Imitation is the first step to learning. Read the article by Simmi Vasu here. Repetition is another important step in learning. While we don’t pay much attention to the role of repetition, Ananth’s Bharatanatyam experience made me tune into the…

Triveni Goswami VernalRegistered Special Educator (A64010) Individuals on the Autism Spectrum may not always be able to gauge an appropriate “personal space” while interacting with others. To put it simply, ‘personal space’ refers to the physical distance that an individual maintains when interacting with others. Sometimes, individuals on the spectrum may stand too close to others, or they may…

As a parent, you may have noticed your child’s intense focus on specific interests. This phenomenon is known as monotropism, a characteristic common among individuals on the autism spectrum. Monotropism can be a powerful tool in identifying and developing skills in your child.What is MonotropismMonotropism refers to an intense, narrow focus on specific interests or activities. This focus can lead…

Triveni Goswami Vernal(Registered Special Educator A64010)The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills – Revised (ABLLS-R®; Partington, 2006) is an “assessment tool, curriculum guide and skills-tracking system used to help guide the instruction of language and critical learner skills for children with autism or other developmental disabilities” (Accessed from the website…