Embedding Augmentative Communication within Early Childhood Classrooms.

DiCarlo, Cynthia; Banajee, Meher; Stricklin, Sarintha Buras

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ERIC Number: EJ608079

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Embedding Augmentative Communication within Early Childhood Classrooms.

DiCarlo, Cynthia; Banajee, Meher; Stricklin, Sarintha Buras

Young Exceptional Children, v3 n3 p18-26 Spr 2000

This article first describes various augmentative communication systems including sign language, picture symbols, and voice output communication devices. It then explains ways to embed augmentative communication within four types of early childhood classroom activities: (1) special or planned activities, (2) meal time, (3) circle time, and (4) self-care routines. (Contains references.) (DB)

Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Communication Disorders, Early Childhood Education, Inclusive Schools, Nonverbal Communication, Sign Language, Social Integration

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Audience: Practitioners; Teachers

Language: English

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