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Journal of Education in Middle East and North Africa 2025, Vol. 1(1) 37-45
The Importance of Teacher Interaction Behaviors in Interactive Book Reading for the Listening Comprehension and Language Skills of Children with Autism: A Traditional Review
pp. 37 - 45
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Abstract
This study was conducted as a narrative review to examine the significance of teacher interaction behaviors within the context of interactive book reading (IBR) on the listening comprehension and language skills of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The research design was based on a traditional review approach, and the literature search was carried out using the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases. Findings from the reviewed studies indicate that IBR is a structured method that enhances children’s vocabulary, expressive abilities, and listening comprehension. In particular, the PEER and CROWD strategies have been found effective in supporting the language development of children with ASD. During this process, teachers’ sensitive, responsive, and directive interaction behaviors strengthen both social interaction and cognitive learning. The review results highlight the necessity of individualizing IBR practices and improving teachers’ pedagogical knowledge. Accordingly, providing training for teachers and parents on the use of IBR may contribute to long-term and sustainable improvements in the language development of children with ASD.
Keywords: Paylaşımlı Kitap Okuma, Diyalojik Kitap Okuma, Öğretmen-Çocuk Etkileşimi Davranışları, Dil Becerileri, Dinleme Anlama, otizm
APA 7th edition
Baskonus, T. (2025). The Importance of Teacher Interaction Behaviors in Interactive Book Reading for the Listening Comprehension and Language Skills of Children with Autism: A Traditional Review. Journal of Education in Middle East and North Africa, 1(1), 37-45.
Harvard
Baskonus, T. (2025). The Importance of Teacher Interaction Behaviors in Interactive Book Reading for the Listening Comprehension and Language Skills of Children with Autism: A Traditional Review. Journal of Education in Middle East and North Africa, 1(1), pp. 37-45.
Chicago 16th edition
Baskonus, Turan (2025). "The Importance of Teacher Interaction Behaviors in Interactive Book Reading for the Listening Comprehension and Language Skills of Children with Autism: A Traditional Review". Journal of Education in Middle East and North Africa 1 (1):37-45.
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