Toward Functional Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Students with Autism: Manual Signs, Graphic Symbols, and Voice Output Communication Aids.

Mirenda, Pat

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ERIC Number: EJ673027

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Toward Functional Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Students with Autism: Manual Signs, Graphic Symbols, and Voice Output Communication Aids.

Mirenda, Pat

Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, v34 n3 p203-16 Jul 2003

This article summarizes research regarding the delivery of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) supports to students with autism. Focus is on: (1) what AAC modality is preferable to use (manual signs or graphic symbols); and (2) what is known about the use of voice output communication aids with people with autism. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Elementary Secondary Education, Research and Development

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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