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Peer reviewedTodman, J.; Lewins, E. – International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, 1996
This study evaluated the use of TALK, a computer-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system, in the social communications of a nonvocal woman with motor neurone disease. She was able to achieve an average conversational rate of 42 words per minute (wpm) using TALK, compared with 2 to 10 wpm with other AAC systems using…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Case Studies, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders
Peer reviewedDanquah, S. A.; And Others – International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, 1996
Danquah Communication System (DanCS) symbol boards were developed to provide an inexpensive augmented communication device with a computerized voice interface to help nonverbal individuals with severe mental retardation or other severe disabilities to more easily communicate their needs and reduce aggressive behaviors. Evaluation with 30 subjects…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Behavior Change, Behavior Problems
Download full textKing-Debaun, Pati – 1995
Incorporating augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and microcomputers into whole language learning activities for children with severe physical and speech impairments is discussed. Six typical strategies of whole language programs are reviewed. Ways to provide students with severe disabilities access to these programs are…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders, Computer Oriented Programs
