2008-2009 University Scholar Profile
Caryn Pepose
Mentor: Maryann Nelson
College of Education
"I applied to the Scholars program to conduct research on a topic which I feel very passionate about and wish to make my career from. I hope to learn more about the Miller Method in order to utilize the practices in my future career."
Courses of Study
Major
Elementary/Special Education
Research Interests
Autism, social skills, communication, PDD, MD, fine and gross motor development
Awards
- President Lists
- Deans Lists
- Scholarship, College of Education
Volunteer Service / Organizations
- New Member Educator for Phi Mu Sorority
- President, VP, and Historian of the Student Council for Exceptional Children
- Choreographer/Dancer for Dancin Gators Dance Group
Hobbies/Activities
Dance, scrapbooking, crafting
Research Description
Effectiveness of Miller Method on Communication and Social Skills in Children with Autism
The study will assess the effectiveness of communication and social skill building practices used in the Miller Method of treating children with Autism. There will be research conducted in the form of an interview and/or survey on the effectiveness of the practices used to develop and enhance children's awareness of the world and people around them. The research will be taken from teacher sand their parents on how these practices have effected these children's performance in both school and at home.
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