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Direct linkLund, Shelley K.; Quach, Wendy; Weissling, Kristy; McKelvey, Miechelle; Dietz, Aimee – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 2017
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who are augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) specialists approach the assessment process for 2 case studies, 1 child with cerebral palsy and 1 with autism spectrum disorder. The aim of the study was to answer the following questions: (a) How do…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Children, Speech Language Pathology, Allied Health Personnel
Curtis, Daniel B. – ProQuest LLC, 2012
Research evaluating augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) options shows general support for various strategies (e.g., manual sign, picture exchange) in teaching individuals with autism (ASD) and intellectual disabilities (ID) to request basic wants and needs. However, the overall quality and quantity of research is diluted by the…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Mental Retardation, Comparative Analysis
Peer reviewedDiehl, Sylvia F. – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 2003
This article introduces six articles on speech language pathology with children with autism spectrum disorder. Discussion briefly considers diagnosis, early indicators, assessment, augmentative and alternative communication, behavioral techniques, and social perspective taking. (Contains references.) (DB)
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Children, Clinical Diagnosis
Noens, I.; van Berckelaer-Onnes, I.; Verpoorten, R.; van Duijn, G. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2006
Background: The ComFor (Forerunners in Communication) is an instrument to explore underlying competence for augmentative communication. More specifically, it measures perception and sense-making of non-transient forms of communication at the levels of presentation and representation. The target group consists primarily of individuals with autism…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Comparative Analysis, Verbal Communication, Psychometrics
Peer reviewedLight, Janice C.; Roberts, Barbara; Dimarco, Rosemarie; Greiner, Nina – Journal of Communication Disorders, 1998
Discusses the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to enhance comprehension and expression of people with autism. A theoretical model for AAC assessment and intervention is presented and illustrated with a case study of a 6-year-old boy with autism and severe expressive and receptive language impairments. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Case Studies, Communication Skills
Peer reviewedMirenda, Pat – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2001
This article provides a critical review of empirical investigations on the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology with individuals with autism or pervasive developmental disorder. The review is presented by six topic areas: assessment, staff/family training, supports for augmented input, supports for…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Communication Aids (for Disabled)
Kuder, S. Jay – 2003
This text on teaching students with language disabilities is divided into three parts. Part 1 presents the components of speech, language and communication and describes language development. Part 2 describes the language abilities of students with a variety of disabilities. Part 3 provides suggestions for assessment and intervention and discusses…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Cultural Influences
Download full textSimpson, Richard, Ed. – 2002
These proceedings of the 2002 annual RESNA (Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology) conference include more than 200 presentations on all facets of assistive technology, including concurrent sessions, scientific platform sessions, interactive poster presentations, computer demonstrations, and the research symposium. The…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Adults, Art Activities, Assistive Technology
Simpson, Richard, Ed. – 2001
These proceedings of the annual RESNA (Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology) conference include more than 200 presentations on all facets of assistive technology, including concurrent sessions, scientific platform sessions, interactive poster presentations, computer demonstrations, and the research symposia. The scientific…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Adolescents, Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled)
