L9 AAC Flashcards
what does AAC stand for
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
what is AAC
“A group of methods, strategies and/or techniques that support the use of functional and effective communication”
(Beukelman & Mirenda, 2005)
who uses AAC
people whose speech is not meeting their communication needs.
three groups of AAC users
- expressive language group
- supportive language group
- alternative group
expressive language group
- Good comprehension
- Typically use AAC due to a motor impairment
- AAC is usually a permanent alternative
do the expressive language group use AAC for input or output
exlusively output
supportive langugage group
- Expected to develop speech
- Non-speech systems to kick start the process and promote language development
- Typically these people have a learning disability or a severe articulatory disorder
- Includes those using strategies to support unclear speech
do people in the supportive language group use AAC for input or output
always output and sometimes input
alternative group
- They may have little understanding of speech
- Non-speech system replaces speech for all purposes
- Used by individuals with learning disabilities or autism
do the alternative group use AAC for input or output
both
AAC system
an integrated group of components, including the symbols, aids, strategies and techniques used by individuals to enhance communication
AAC symbol
the visual, auditory and/or tactile representation of conventional concept e.g. photographs, objects, line drawn symbols, words
AAC aid
a physical object or device used to transmit or receive messages e.g. communication book, board, chart, electronic device
AAC strategy
a specific way of using AAC aids, symbols and/or techniques more effectively for enhanced communication
AAC technique
a method of transmitting messages e.g. signing
