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Research directions in augmentative and alternative communication for preschool children
SEVCIK RA; ROMSKI MA; ADAMSON LB
DISABIL REHABIL , 2004, vol. 26, n° 21-22, p. 1323-1329 Doc n°: 115799 Localisation : Documentation IRR Descripteurs : AD61 - TROUBLES DU LANGAGE. APHASIE, KF4 - COMMUNICATION Purpose: To review issues related to the use of augmentative systems with young children and present a case study of one child and family's experience with the System for Augmenting Language (SAL). Method: The case involved a preschool child with severe developmental delays who had little functional speech. Acquisition and use of graphic symbols on a speech-output communication device was studied in home and clinical settings. Language and communication behaviours of the child and his communication partners were observed and language assessment measures were collected. Results: Child engagement state varied across the two settings with a stable pro. Le seen in the therapy setting and a clear increase at home. Child communicative attempts increased following the introduction of the augmented system. Parents reported successful use of the SAL. Conclusion: SAL is a viable communication intervention approach for young children Langue : ANGLAIS |
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