We are conducting a study to look at the use of an Internet-based parent training program. 

The program will introduce parents to Reciprocal Imitation Training, an evidence-based, naturalistic behavioral intervention aimed at developing imitation skills in young children with ASD. This study is approved by MSU's Institutional Review Board.

The online training is self-directed, takes parents roughly 4 hours to complete, and is offered free of charge. Participating parents are asked to complete several online assessments and to videotape themselves playing with their child at three time points. I was hoping that you could pass along the attached document to any families you know who may be interested in this training opportunity.

To participate, the child must:

• have a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (autism, pdd-nos)
• be between the ages of 2 and 6 years at intake
• have difficulty with imitation skills

To participate, the parent must:

• have access to the Internet and access to a video camera or other picture recording device.
• have never participated in any formal parent training program focused on introducing strategies for interacting with, or teaching, your child with autism

If you or your families have any questions, please feel free to contact me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 517-432-8031.

Thank you for your help,

Allie

Allison Wainer

Clinical Psychology Graduate Student

Michigan State University

MSU Autism Lab

517-432-8031

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