The use of semiotic resources in the teaching and learning of mathematics has a rich history in mathematics education. This paper explores how Key Word Signs can be used as a communication strategy, providing opportunities for children and teachers to communicate their mathematical ideas. We report on the initial phase of research, which involves…

This tutorial offers speech-language pathologists (SLPs) an opportunity to consider the theoretical constructs of language acquisition theory and the multifactorial determinants that can impinge on the language acquisition process for children with complex communication needs. The system of constraints observed through the lens of optimality…