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The Confidence and Competence of Speech Language Pathologists in Augmentative and Alternative Communication: A Scoping Review
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Clancy Conlon; Barbra Zupan; Robyn Preston – Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 2024
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is a core component of speech pathology practice. However, international literature has highlighted that speech language pathologists (SLPs) may not feel confident or competent in this area. Confidence and competence are critical factors in therapy as they can impact the quality-of-service…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Speech Language Pathology, Competence, Self Esteem
Impact of Speech Generating Device Interventions on Vocalizations of Individuals with Autism and Severe Communication Impairment: A Systematic Review of the Research
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Weili Yuan; Michael Dunn; Jae Kennedy; Yun-Ju Hsiao – Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 2024
This systematic review evaluated the effect of speech interventions with the addition of speech generating devices on vocalizations of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and complex communication needs. This review synthesized information across 18 studies published in the past three decades (1990-2023) with the primary focus on the…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Speech Communication
Is Speech and Language Therapy Effective at Improving the Communication of Adults with Intellectual Disabilities?: A Systematic Review
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Wood, Si?n; Standen, Penny – International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders, 2021
Background: A significant proportion of adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) experience speech, language and communication difficulties which are associated with poor physical and mental health outcomes. Speech and language therapy (SLT) interventions are an important way to address these communication difficulties, yet there is limited…
Descriptors: Speech Language Pathology, Speech Therapy, Outcomes of Treatment, Communication Skills
Looking Back and Moving Forward: A Scoping Review of Research on Preschool Autism Interventions in the Field of Speech-Language Pathology
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Binns, Amanda V.; Smyth, Rachael; Andres, Allison; Lam, Joyce; Oram Cardy, Janis – Autism & Developmental Language Impairments, 2021
Background & Aims: Speech-language pathology services are frequently accessed by families of children who have suspected or diagnosed autism. This is expected given that social communication differences are a core feature of autism. This review looked broadly at the state of research in the field of speech-language pathology and preschool…
Descriptors: Speech Language Pathology, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intervention, Preschool Children
Validation of an Inventory of Best Practices in the Provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Services to Students with Severe Disabilities in General Education Classrooms
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Calculator, Stephen N.; Black, Tibbany – American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 2009
Purpose: To compile and then validate a set of evidence-based best practices related to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and its role in fostering the inclusion of students with severe disabilities in general education classrooms and other inclusive settings. Method: A comprehensive review of the literature pertaining to AAC and…
Descriptors: Inclusive Schools, General Education, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Disabilities