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Direct linkSmith, Martine M. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2018
Individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) occupy complex sociocultural and sociolinguistic territories. They are immersed in spoken language communities but to participate as speakers in conversational interactions, they may rely on atypical communication modes, including systems for generating speech that set them apart…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Sociolinguistics, Speech Communication, Cultural Differences
Han, Chen; Cumming, Therese M. – International Journal of Inclusive Education, 2022
The educational inclusion of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be challenging, due to behavioural issues. Scant research has been conducted to investigate behavioural interventions for students with ASD in the Chinese context. Since special education in China varies greatly from that in western countries such as Australia,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Students with Disabilities
Peer reviewedGrassmann, Laura – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2002
This article explores how use or nonuse of augmentative and alternative communication can be affected by the ongoing development and interaction of a child's identity through various cultural milieu. It examines the student's role in the selection and use of devices and the effects of family, school, and community. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Assistive Technology, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences
Peer reviewedHuer, Mary Blake – Journal of Children's Communication Development, 1997
Presents a culturally sensitive four-part augmentative and alternative communication assessment protocol. The protocol is inclusive, emphasizing the need to address cultural features directly, and it includes a self-assessment for all practitioners before they engage in the delivery of services to children from different cultural backgrounds.…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Disorders, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences
Peer reviewedParette, Phil; VanBiervliet, Alan; Hourcade, Jack J. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2000
This paper presents an overview of family and cultural issues relevant to planning for assistive technology (AT) for students with disabilities. The potential for interactive multimedia in helping teams and families make AT decisions is reviewed. It describes a newly available interactive CD-ROM designed to provide basic information for…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Cultural Differences, Decision Making
Peer reviewedParette, Phil; Huer, Mary Blake – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2002
Contrasting Euro-American and Asian values are examined with particular emphasis on differences exhibited by these families with regard to perspectives on disability, health care, family life, and education/intervention; communication styles; and reactions to augmentative and alternative communication needs. Specific suggestions for practitioners…
Descriptors: Asian Americans, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Cultural Differences
McCormick, Linda; And Others – 1997
Preparing language interventionists and special education teachers to work with colleagues and families on collaborative teams in public school settings, this book provides basic procedures for intervention for all children with language and communication difficulties, with hands-on activities to give students practice in applying the procedures.…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Disorders, Cultural Differences, Early Childhood Education
Download full textHaffner, Richard; And Others – 1995
This manual is designed to familiarize adult basic education (ABE) teachers with the special needs of deaf individuals and strategies for integrating deaf students into ABE classes. The manual is prefaced with a brief discussion of the Comprehensive Program for the Deaf of the Columbus Speech and Hearing Center in Columbus, Ohio. The following…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Students, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Classroom Techniques
Parette, Howard P.; VanBiervliet, Alan; Wommack, Julia – 1998
This project investigated the different perspectives of families from diverse backgrounds on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). The transcripts from the focus groups and individual interviews at five national sites conducted from December 1995 to August 1996 are provided. The following focus groups were held: (1) family involvement…
Descriptors: American Indians, Asian Americans, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Carlson, Brenda; Samels, Karen – 1997
This guidebook is designed to provide information on technology to teachers and service providers who work with children with special needs. It may also be helpful for parents and caregivers of young children. Topics include: (1) the definition of assistive technology; (2) the philosophy of using technology with young children and a rationale that…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Computer Assisted Instruction
Edyburn, Dave L.; And Others – 1995
The four articles in this monograph present issues in the application of technology to special education from an international perspective. In the first chapter, "Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems--Computer Applications for Individuals with Disabilities: An International Perspective," Richard Cardinali and George McMurdo…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Comparative Education, Computer Assisted Instruction
Parette, Howard P.; VanBiervliet, Alan – 2000
This report details the outcomes of a project designed to develop decision-making strategies and materials related to the prescription of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices for children with disabilities. The project resulted in the development of the first interactive, bilingual CD-ROM designed to be used by related services…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Audiovisual Instruction, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Children
