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Nagle, Kathy F.; Eadie, Tanya L.; Wright, Derek R.; Sumida, Yumi A. – American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 2012
Purpose: To determine (a) the effect of fundamental frequency (f0) on speech intelligibility, acceptability, and perceived gender in electrolaryngeal (EL) speakers, and (b) the effect of known gender on speech acceptability in EL speakers. Method: A 2-part study was conducted. In Part 1, 34 healthy adults provided speech recordings using…
Descriptors: Speech Communication, Females, Rating Scales, Gender Differences
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Beck, Ann R.; Stoner, Julia B.; Bock, Stacey J.; Parton, Tom – Education and Training in Developmental Disabilities, 2008
This study compares use of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and a Voice Output Communication Aide (VOCA) with four preschool children who were either non-speaking or limited in their ability to speak and did not use an AAC system to communicate functionally. An alternating treatment single subject design was used to measure…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Preschool Children, Developmental Disabilities, Autism
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Trembath, David; Balandin, Susan; Togher, Leanne – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2007
Background: Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems are commonly used to support children with complex communication needs in Australian preschools. However, such systems will only be effective if they contain words and messages that adequately meet these children's communication needs. The aim of this study was to identify the…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Communication Disorders, Preschool Children, Foreign Countries