Should autistic children be taught sign language or should they be taught verbal expression?

In this discussion present your views on this debate and support…

 

In this discussion present your views on this debate and support the position you take.

Should autistic children be taught sign language or should they be taught verbal expression?

To sum up, the benefits of teaching children with autism sign language outweigh its limitations. Importantly, sign language allows the voices of children with autism to be heard, enabling them to fulfil their needs and desires.

Do children learn better through sign language or through verbal communication?
They concluded that the signing group became more advanced talkers than the group given verbal training only. The signing group exhibited verbal skills three months ahead of the non-signers at two years old. Even at three years old, the signers were still ahead.
What is an effective way to communicate with autistic children?
Autism communication strategies: Visual supports

Visual supports are concrete cues that help communicate and build language skills. This can incorporate the use of symbols, photos, written words, and objects to help children with autism to learn and understand language, process information, and communicate.