Integrated Communication and Literacy Instruction for a Child with Multiple Disabilities.

Erickson, Karen A.; Koppenhaver, David A.; Yoder, David E.; Nance, Joy

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ERIC Number: EJ553990

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Publication Date: 1997

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Integrated Communication and Literacy Instruction for a Child with Multiple Disabilities.

Erickson, Karen A.; Koppenhaver, David A.; Yoder, David E.; Nance, Joy

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, v12 n3 p142-50 Fall 1997

This longitudinal case study examined the communication and literacy learning progress of an 11-year-old boy with severe speech and physical impairments related to cerebral palsy. Integrated use of voice-output augmentative communication technology led to improved communication skills as well as increased demonstrations of literacy capability across two school years. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Case Studies, Cerebral Palsy, Communication Skills, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Literacy, Longitudinal Studies, Multiple Disabilities, Program Effectiveness

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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