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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 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
Download full textParette, 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
