Teaching Imitation to Children with Developmental Disabilities using Discrete Trial Training in an Inclusive Preschool
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: This study investigated whether imitation training using discrete trial training is effective for children with developmental disabilities. A multiple probe baseline design across subjects study was conducted in an inclusive preschool. The targeted imitation skills included object imitation, fine motor imitation, and gross motor imitation tasks. The results indicated all participants showed significant improvement in their imitation skills across each domain(Tau-U=-1.000), and these effects were maintained after the training was completed. The results of the study demonstrated that discrete trial training is feasible in an inclusive preschool and effective in improving imitation skills of children with developmental disabilities. These findings are expected to serve as a foundation for future discussions on special education and intervention delivery in inclusive preschool settings.
Authors: Sungeun Lee, Youngzie Lee
Language: English
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Funder: Baekseok University
OpenAlex ID: W4410282735