Journal article
Implementation of the Group-ESDM in a Childcare Setting Serving Under-Resourced Communities
Journal of early intervention
24 Nov 2022
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Abstract
This pilot feasibility study applies the RE-AIM Implementation Science Framework to examine the implementation and preliminary signals of the effectiveness of integrating the Group–Early Start Denver Model (G-ESDM) in an early childhood education center serving under-resourced communities. Five preschoolers diagnosed with autism, their caregivers, and teachers participated for 6 months. Standardized assessments documented improvements in adaptive, cognitive, and communication functioning for most participants. The majority of parents reported reduced daily stress and a greater ability to maintain their employment. A staff survey indicated high perceived feasibility and acceptability of the intervention along with a strong intent to continue treatment after the study concluded. Fidelity improved over time with staff integrating G-ESDM techniques at an acceptable fidelity level (>70%) by the second half of the study. Findings across all RE-AIM Implementation Science Framework domains indicate that incorporating the G-ESDM into this setting was feasible, acceptable, and potentially beneficial for children and their families in underserved communities.
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Details
- Title
- Implementation of the Group-ESDM in a Childcare Setting Serving Under-Resourced Communities
- Creators
- Ashley Zitter - Drexel UniversityVenus David - Orthopaedic CenterLaurie A. Vismara - ESDM Online, Toronto, ON, CanadaElisabeth Sheridan - Drexel UniversitySherira Fernandes - Drexel UniversityGiacomo Vivanti - Drexel University
- Publication Details
- Journal of early intervention
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Grant note
- 22650 / The Eagles Autism Challenge The Wawa Foundation
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Psychological and Brain Sciences (Psychology); A.J. Drexel Autism Institute
- Web of Science ID
- WOS:000889585400001
- Scopus ID
- 2-s2.0-85142693145
- Other Identifier
- 991019327210804721
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- Collaboration types
- International collaboration
- Web of Science research areas
- Education, Special
- Psychology, Educational
- Rehabilitation