Part2 For this discussion, begin by reading the following case study of Katie, which notes that peer-mediated intervention (PMI) was implemented following a social skills assessment. Consider the social skills difficulties outlined in this case. Katie is a preschooler with autism spectrum disorder and significant expressive communication deficits. She is primarily echolalic, and seldom uses her language spontaneously with classmates and teachers. Katie is extremely fearful of social situations and often avoids social interactions. Consequently, Katie spends the vast majority of her playground time by herself, with little peer interaction. A social skills assessment concluded that she had significant skill deficits in initiating interactions and maintaining interactions with peers. A PMI was implemented that taught Katie’s peers how to initiate and respond to her initiations. Please respond to the following: Do you think that PMI would be the most appropriate intervention strategy to utilize with Katie? Why or why not? Please explain your reasoning. Describe at least two other research-based intervention strategies and/or social skills training techniques that would be appropriate to use with Katie given her identified communication and social skill difficulties. Discuss why you chose these intervention strategies and/or training techniques over other potential options. Please explain your rationale. Part3 Assistive Technology This week, you have discussed some of the assistive technologies used to develop communication skills in children with autism spectrum disorder. Please think about the various readings and activities that you have engaged in during this unit. In at least 250 words, please respond to the following: Summarize three main points that you learned this week and describe how you might apply this learning to your personal and professional life. Reflect on the various types of assistive technology you have learned about this week and how this field involves changing technology. As an educator, how can you stay abreast of these changes to available technology and be aware of the latest updates and new products available for exceptional learners?