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Showing 1 to 20 of 84 for “"alternative communication"”.
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A Software Framework for Augmentative and Alternative Communication
… software, the proposed Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) framework aims provide a foundation to create communication systems to dramatically increase the words available to AAC users. The framework will allow the lexicon available to the user to be dynamically updated by …
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication in the Intensive Care Unit
… is lacking on the frequency of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system use in intensive care units (ICU) and clinical decision making patterns. AAC is use of any alternative method of communication when oral communication cannot be achieved (ASHA, 2013). Patients in the ICU may …
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Success Factors of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Post Early Intervention
<p>Children with complex communication needs often require augmentative and alternative forms of communication (AAC) to efficiently convey messages across various settings (Barker et al., 2013). Early implementation of AAC devices for this particular population has been proven successful through …
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Efficiency of low-tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) access methods
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Family perspectives on augmentative and alternative communication: a constructivist grounded theory
… of children who were using Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems (AAC). There is a growing body of research literature concerning AAC but very little is focused on the perspectives of the ‘whole’ family and the use of AAC in the home environment. Twenty-five parents and children …
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication Continuing Education in the Schools: A National Survey
… knowledge and experience with augmentative and alternative communication, as well as information about the continuing education they had obtained in the last five years. The results from this study revealed that 66% of participants obtained augmentative and alternative communication continuing …
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Perceptions of augmentative and alternative communication modes that include non-evidence based practices
… limited or no language skills, finding a mode of communication that provides their child the ability to speak is imperative. Parents can become desperate for an answer and may try multiple options to find something that works for their child. Rapid Prompting Method (RPM) is a form of communication …
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Family Member Experiences With Augmentative And Alternative Communication Systems Used By Nonspeaking Autistic Individuals
… autistic individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems. This study documented family members’ experiences of identifying, learning, and implementing two types of AAC: Rapid Prompting Method and Spelling to Communicate. Through one-on-one interviews, five …
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Perceived expectations of roles in training and maintenance of augmentative and alternative communication devices
<p>Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices are invaluable tools for people who have difficulties communicating verbally. However, advancements in technology accentuate the need for training to utilize devices effectively. This qualitative research study examined the perceptions and …
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Educators’ Perceptions of Augmentative and Alternative Communication to Facilitate Communication Among Preschool Students With Disabilities
… preschool educators perceive augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and how those perceptions influence AAC utilization in preschool classrooms. Specifically, this investigation focused on gaining better understandings about educators’ views, beliefs, and attitudes about AAC …
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Caregiver Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Education and Training: A Survey of Caregiver and SLP Perspectives
… including when implementing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Previous research has made recommendations describing practices for SLPs in this area, such as incorporating direct instruction and caregiver participation, as well as addressed how recommendations compare to …
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Development and Implementation of Computer-Based Learning Modules on Alternative Communication for Pediatric Nurses and Nursing Students
… learning modules (CBLs) on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) with pediatric nurses and nursing students for knowledge outcomes, self-efficacy, and perceived relevance and effectiveness. Effective communication ensures all parties can understand and express themselves clearly, …
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The Social Validity of Communication Modalities: Assessing Attitudes of Typically Developing Adolescents toward Augmentative and Alternative Communication
… in grades 9 through 12 toward augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) modalities. I developed a survey, the Augmentative and Alternative Social Validity Survey, specifically for this study. I assessed three components of attitudes: affect, behavior, and cognition and the role of gender …
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A scoping review of primary caregivers'perceptions of their involvement in augmentative and alternative communication of their children
BACKGROUND: Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention is pivotal for obtaining functional outcomes in communication and participation of children with complex communication needs (CCN). Various studies focused on the experiences and perceptions of parents as primary caregivers …
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The Effect of Partner Augmented Input on Peer Attitudes Toward a Child Using Augmentative Or Alternative Communication
… children toward peers who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Participants viewed a video tape of a child using voice output communicating with an adult. In the experimental condition the facilitator provided augmented input in addition to spoken language and in the control …
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Exploring the Utilization of Applications as a Form of Augmentative and Alternative Communication by Speech-Language Pathologists
… SLPs who are already using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in therapy are using apps as a form of AAC, and within what parameters, and 2) to explore possible reasons SLPs are using apps as AAC, and possible sources for their clinical decision making using AAC apps. A …
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