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The state of research and practice in augmentative and alternative communication for children with developmental/intellectual disabilities

✍ Scribed by Wilkinson, Krista M. ;Hennig, Shannon

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
Year: 2007
Tongue: English
Weight: 198 KB
Volume: 13
Category: Article
ISSN: 1080-4013
DOI: 10.1002/mrdd.20133

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Abstract

Augmentative and alternative communication is a compilation of methods and technology designed to supplement spoken communication for people with limited speech or language skills, including children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The field of AAC has evolved rapidly within the last 10 years, due to a combination of empirical advances from research as well as rapid changes in technology. This article reviews some of the most significant aspects of this growth as it relates to children with developmental disabilities. Major issues within the field, the evidence base available to practitioners and researchers, and promising areas of future growth are identified. © 2007 Wiley‐Liss, Inc. MRDD Research Reviews 2007;13:58–69.

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