... are now living in an age of increased life expectancy, better access to health care, social services, technology, mobility, and far more human rights and freedoms than ever before. Two quotes illustrate this phenomenon. Tradition is a fragile thing in a culture built entirely on the memories of the elders ". "Modernity exists in the form of desire to wipe out whatever came earlier ... departure. There seems to be more of an emphasis on individual freedoms and responsibility compared to past traditions where ones family group and its objectives took far more precedence. The story of the ...

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... repetition of these stories, if implemented correctly, reinforces the skills taught by the teacher and provides cognitive organization for the Asperger's Syndrome student. As each skill is learned the accompanying story is faded out and a new one created for the next skill to be learned. The use of stories aids recall of expected social skills and appropriate responses. From my personal ... been known for its calming affect. The more capable an Asperger's Syndrome student is in any area of development, will perhaps motivate that student in other areas. The two following quotes show the ...

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