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Improving AAC for Children (WEB2930)
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) often benefits children with severe disabilities. The most effective AAC systems consider the child’s individual needs and support learning and social interactions. This journal self-study explores ways to improve AAC systems to increase language skills, allow for more active participation in communication, and encourage emotional competence. Incorporating parent perceptions about AAC use into decision-making is also discussed, as are the benefits of peer involvement in communication using AAC. Clinicians will be able to incorporate strategies discussed to enhance services for children using AAC.
Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:
- discuss parent views on communication in children who use AAC
- explain the benefits of teaching children to ask questions and make requests using AAC
- describe aspects of AAC system design that improve effectiveness
- explain the importance of including options for discussing emotions when using AAC
- describe how involving peers affects communication using AAC
"Very practical information about AAC use in diverse populations. I got ideas that I will be able to apply to a range of students. I currently have a preschool student with severe needs who is soon to begin PECS. I also valued the yes-no inverted question article's ideas on goals for my elementary student with an iPad."
A journal self-study is a set of articles from ASHA's peer-reviewed, scholarly journals and policy documents to read at your leisure. Some journal self-studies are online and others include a printed copy.
Learning Assessment
Online, multiple-choice exam