What is one skill that can be generalized from intensive instruction?

The ability to request is a fundamental communication skill that can be effectively generalized from intensive instruction. This means that when individuals with autism receive targeted teaching on how to make requests, they can apply this skill across various settings and situations.

Requesting involves expressing needs, wants, or preferences, which are crucial for day-to-day interactions and for essentially participating in social contexts. By focusing on this skill through intensive instruction, individuals learn to initiate communication, which can lead to enhanced independence and engagement with others.

In contrast, while advanced academic skills, social storytelling, and time management are all valuable, they may require more specific contexts or supports to be generalized effectively. For instance, advanced academic skills often depend on the educational setting and might not be applicable outside of structured environments. Similarly, social storytelling may not transfer outside specific social situations where the storytelling is relevant, and time management typically involves practices that are gradually learned and adapted over time. Therefore, the skill of requesting stands out as one that is most readily generalizable from intensive interventions.