Autism and Family Interventions Through Technology: A Description of a Web-Based Tool to Educate Fathers of Children with Autism

Richard E. Ferdig, Hilary G. Amberg, Jennifer H. Elder, Gregory Valcante, Susan A. Donaldson and Roxanna Bendixen
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Richard E. Ferdig: Kent State University, USA
Hilary G. Amberg: University of Florida, USA
Jennifer H. Elder: University of Florida, USA
Gregory Valcante: University of Florida, USA
Susan A. Donaldson: University of Florida, USA
Roxanna Bendixen: University of Florida, USA

International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies (IJWLTT), 2009, vol. 4, issue 3, 55-69

Abstract: Most research on family interventions of children with autism has focused on the role of the mother, and little is known about the effects of training fathers. Through a series of National Institutes of Health–funded studies we have demonstrated treatment success by focusing on fathers who are trained at home. Although our research has been successful, this work introduces questions related to how best to train fathers when on-site, in-home training is not a viable option due to geographical distance or a variety of other logistical constraints. This article describes the development and initial use of an Internet-based tool to offer this training more broadly. We briefly describe past research as well as the need for the implementation of an Internet-based tool. We then describe the system, document early indicators of success, and discuss metrics we are using with our fathers. The article concludes with a discussion of future goals and research needs.

Date: 2009
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