Research Article

The Effects of Rhythm and Robotic Interventions on the Imitation/Praxis, Interpersonal Synchrony, and Motor Performance of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Table 3

Coding scheme to assess imitation/praxis errors.

Imitation errorsDefinitions

Spatial Incorrect positioning and orientation of joints involved

Body part Use of incorrect body parts

Movement modulation Movements are either insufficient or exaggerated in terms of effort and range of motion compared to the trainer

Movement precision Incorrect sequence of movements within a pattern including omission of steps or addition of extra steps

PaceMovements slower or faster than the trainer

Symmetry/reciprocity Two sides of the body are used incorrectly or immaturely to perform test actions

Mirroring Child failed to mirror actions of the trainer