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Insufficient methodologically-sound evidence exists for the use of computer-based interventions to teach communication skills to individuals with autism

Jamie B. SchwartzDepartment of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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R. Jane LiebermanDepartment of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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Chad Nye (Commentary authors)Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
Pages 51-56 | Published online: 17 Aug 2015

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