Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Basic communicative functions: Making choices, requesting,
getting attention and rejecting
Making choices, requesting, getting the attention of an adult, and
rejecting something that is not wanted are among the...
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Basic communicative functions: Making choices, requesting,
getting attention and rejecting
Making choices, requesting, getting the attention of an adult, and
rejecting something that is not wanted are among the first aims of a
child’s communication.
These four functions give children control
over their own lives.
Besides increasing independence, they tend to
decrease the incidence of behavior problems.
AAC is the term used to describe methods of communication which
can be used to add to the more usual methods of speech and
writing when these are impaired.
AAC includes unaided systems such as signing and gesture, as well
as aided techniques ranging from picture charts to the most
sophisticated computer technology currently available.
AAC can be
a way to help someone understand, as well as a means of
expression.
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