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ISAAC in Chains: The Future of Communication Systems.
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Crystal, David – Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 1986
The current state of research into augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems is reviewed, and four dimensions of the study of communication handicap are described: structural, developmental, pragmatic (interaction), and technological. Recommendations regarding standardized research reporting procedures are offered in light of the…
Descriptors: Communication Disorders, Communications, Language Acquisition, Language Handicaps
Developmental Apraxia and Augmentative or Alternative Communication--A Case Example.
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Culp, Delva M. – Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 1989
The case study involves a developmentally apraxic eight-year-old girl using a multimodal communication system. The Partners in Augmentative Communication Training program was implemented. Results after two months suggested some improvement in communication interaction skills. Issues regarding developmental apraxia and the use of augmentative and…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Children, Communication Disorders, Communication Skills
Aided Communication Intervention before Assessment: A Case Study of a Child with Cerebral Palsy.
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Goossens, Carol – Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 1989
The case study of a six-year-old nonspeaking girl with severe cerebral palsy demonstrated the effectiveness of intervention with augmentative and alternative communication methods. Both picture symbol communication and functional speech emerged and the child, initially believed to be mentally retarded, was determined to be of normal intelligence.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cerebral Palsy, Communication Disorders, Instructional Effectiveness