CSD 5230 Advanced Applications in Communication Modalities 1

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CSD 5230 Advanced Applications in Communication Modalities 1 Introduction to AAC Orientation to Course

CSD 5230 Advanced Applications in Communication Modalities 1 Introduction to AAC Orientation to Course Assessment Report Writing AAC 10/30/2020

Perceptions Associated with AAC 2 AAC 10/30/2020

Perceptions Associated with AAC 2 AAC 10/30/2020

Definition of: AAC 3 (Advanced Audio Coding) An audio compression technology that … provides

Definition of: AAC 3 (Advanced Audio Coding) An audio compression technology that … provides greater compression and better sound quality than MP 3 AAC 10/30/2020

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ASHA, 2005) 4 refers "to an area of research, clinical,

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ASHA, 2005) 4 refers "to an area of research, clinical, and educational practice. AAC involves attempts to study and when necessary compensate for temporary or permanent impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions of individuals with severe disorders of speech-language production and/or comprehension, including spoken and written modes of communication" AAC 10/30/2020

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ASHA, 1991) 5 An integrated group of components, including the

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ASHA, 1991) 5 An integrated group of components, including the symbols, aids, strategies and techniques used by individuals to enhance communication. AAC 10/30/2020

Symbols 6 refer to the methods used for visual, auditory, and/or tactile representation of

Symbols 6 refer to the methods used for visual, auditory, and/or tactile representation of conventional concepts gestures manual sign sets/systems printed words objects spoken words Braille pictures/photographs AAC 10/30/2020

Aids 7 refer to physical objects or devices used to transmit or receive messages

Aids 7 refer to physical objects or devices used to transmit or receive messages AAC a communication book, board, chart, electronic device, or computer 10/30/2020

Strategies 8 refer to ways of using AAC aids, symbols, and/or techniques more effectively

Strategies 8 refer to ways of using AAC aids, symbols, and/or techniques more effectively for enhanced communication. a strategy… is a plan that can facilitate one's performance. goal of AAC is the most effective communication possible for the individual (Hill, n. d. ) AAC 10/30/2020

Speech Supplementation 9 Strategies that provide contextual information that helps communication partners understand the

Speech Supplementation 9 Strategies that provide contextual information that helps communication partners understand the speech signal AAC Alphabet Supplementation Topic Supplementation 10/30/2020

Alphabet Supplementation 10 AAC 10/30/2020

Alphabet Supplementation 10 AAC 10/30/2020

Topic Supplementation 11 AAC 10/30/2020

Topic Supplementation 11 AAC 10/30/2020

Techniques 12 refer to a method of transmitting messages AAC linear scanning row-column scanning

Techniques 12 refer to a method of transmitting messages AAC linear scanning row-column scanning encoding, signing natural gesturing 10/30/2020

Techniques=Modes 13 refer to modes of communication AAC Speech Facial expression Eye gaze Gestures

Techniques=Modes 13 refer to modes of communication AAC Speech Facial expression Eye gaze Gestures Manual Signs Picture Exchanges Communication Boards Voice Output Communication Aids (Voca) 10/30/2020

AAC System = Communication System 14 It is an integrated network of techniques, aids,

AAC System = Communication System 14 It is an integrated network of techniques, aids, strategies, and skills that a person uses to communicate. AAC incorporates the individual's full communication abilities (multimodal), which may include: speech and other vocalizations, facial and manual gestures, as well as specific strategies and skills for using these various modes successfully in a variety of communication contexts An aid is not a communication system, but rather one component of an individual's communication overall system The use of special devices and methods of communication enhances or provides alternatives for spoken language. The use and needs of AAC systems may change over time. . . AAC 10/30/2020

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (Lewis, 1993) 15 AAC: A set of approaches that is

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (Lewis, 1993) 15 AAC: A set of approaches that is used to improve the communication skills of a person who does not speak or whose speech is not intelligible. Augmentative Communication Approaches are used to supplement, enhance or support the communication processes for persons who have some speaking skills. Alternative Approaches replace speech as a means of communication. Lewis, R. (1993). Special education technology: Classroom applications. Belmont CA: Wadsworth. AAC 10/30/2020

AAC Terms 16 Aided - A term used to refer to communication symbols, strategies,

AAC Terms 16 Aided - A term used to refer to communication symbols, strategies, or techniques that use something external to the body to represent, select, or transmit messages. Aided Communication - Communication that uses aided symbols and some type of external aid or assistive communication device. Alternative Input Devices - Devices that enable access to technology through alternatives to direct selection ( single or multiple switches, expanded keyboards). AAC 10/30/2020

AAC Terms 17 Assistive Technology (ATTO) - Any specialized device or service used by

AAC Terms 17 Assistive Technology (ATTO) - Any specialized device or service used by individuals with disabilities to increase their ability to participate in tasks of learning and daily living to function as independently as possible. Dedicated Communication Device - A device specifically designed to be used for communication but that may also interface to a computer, printer, and an environmental control unit. Non-dedicated AAC Systems - Devices not specifically designed for communication that can be adapted to function as AAC devices (computers). AAC 10/30/2020

AAC Terms 18 Nonoral (nonvocal) - Literally, without speech, voice, or oral production. Nonverbal

AAC Terms 18 Nonoral (nonvocal) - Literally, without speech, voice, or oral production. Nonverbal - Without language. Speech Generating Device (SGD) is a term used by Medicare to identify a range of voice output AAC systems. Spontaneous Novel Utterance Generation (SNUG) is based on access to individual words, collocations, and commonly used phrases of our language AAC 10/30/2020

AAC Terms 19 Unaided communication - communication using unaided symbols and only parts of

AAC Terms 19 Unaided communication - communication using unaided symbols and only parts of the body without any aids or devices (e. g. , facial expression, gesture, manual sign, natural speech). Voice Output Communication Aid (VOCA) - An assistive communication device that features electronically produced voice/speech. AAC 10/30/2020

What Really Counts 20 Outcomes Appropriate (Meaningful) AAC Based on: Knowing what to do

What Really Counts 20 Outcomes Appropriate (Meaningful) AAC Based on: Knowing what to do Knowing what questions to ask Implementation Client/family Satisfaction 10/30/2020