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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
Voices from the Field: Strategies for Effective Telepractice for Children with Autism Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication
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Biggs, Elizabeth E.; Therrien, Michelle C. S.; Snodgrass, Melinda R.; Douglas, Sarah N. – Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2022
Purpose: Providing telepractice services to young children with autism who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) can present many challenges for speech-language pathologists (SLPs). At the same time, telepractice can be a valuable service delivery option with unique benefits, such as improving partnerships with families, integrating…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Augmentative and Alternative Communication Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Impact on Children, Their Families and Service Providers
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Therrien, Michelle C. S.; Biggs, Elizabeth E.; Barton-Hulsey, Andrea; Collins, Sara C.; Romano, Mollie – Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 2022
The closure of schools and healthcare facilities across the United States due to COVID-19 has dramatically changed the way that services are provided to children with disabilities. Little is known about how children who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), their families and their service providers have been impacted by these…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, COVID-19, Pandemics, School Closing
An Investigation of the Efficacy of Direct and Indirect AAC Service Provision via Telepractice
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Hall, Nerissa C. – ProQuest LLC, 2013
There is a growing population of individuals using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in need of evidence-based intervention from highly qualified personnel. However, not all speech pathology programs offer AAC coursework and/or practicum opportunities, and practicing speech-language pathologists (SLPs) report low levels of…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Speech Language Pathology, Professional Development, Training
Classroom Language Skills for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Teachers. Topics in Down Syndrome.
Kumin, Libby – 2001
This book presents ideas and techniques to help children with Down syndrome communicate better by mastering the language skills necessary for classroom success as well as those needed for social interaction. It also discusses the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process for speech-pathology services and what needs to be included in the IEP.…
Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, Delivery Systems
Management of Communication Needs in People with Learning Disability.
Abudarham, Samuel, Ed.; Hurd, Angela, Ed. – 2002
This book for speech and language therapists explains interventions for increasing the communication skills of adolescents and adults who have learning disabilities or mild mental retardation. The book provides a British perspective, noting how speech language therapy can contribute to educational requirements such as the British National…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Ancillary School Services, Augmentative and Alternative Communication