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Computerized Symbol Processors for Individuals with Severe Communication Disabilities.

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Osguthorpe, Russell T.; Chang, Linda Li – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1987

The study evaluated the feasibility of using two commonly available peripheral devices (Apple Graphics Tablet and Power Pad) and specially developed software to help 12 moderately and severely retarded individuals to use written communication (Rebus symbols). Students learned the symbol processing system and used it effectively for personal…

Descriptors: Communication Disorders, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Electronic Equipment

A Computerized Communication Message Preparation Program that "Learns" the User's Vocabulary.

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Scull, John; Hill, Linda – Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), 1988

"Cued Typing" is a computerized communication message preparation program, written for Apple II Plus, using frequency-based prediction algorithms and menu selection to reduce word cost while maintaining vocabulary flexibility. "Cued Typing" was more efficient than letter-by-letter typing, but word cost was still quite high, and…

Descriptors: Algorithms, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders, Keyboarding (Data Entry)