Reference no: EM133670790
Assignment: AAC FUNDAMENTALS
Videos:
Fundamentals of AAC - Intro
Fundamentals of AAC - Assessment
Fundamentals of AAC - Intervention
1. What is problematic both from the perspective of research as well as clinical practice about the notion that AAC would never, ever inhibit speech development?
2. Why do you think AAC research has been unable to conclude that one modality is superior than another?
3. If a person is selecting an AAC modality for the primary purpose of repairing communication breakdowns, what is a major downside of selecting sign language?
4. Prior to this lecture did you feel there were prerequisites to AAC usage? How has (if at all) this perspective changed after viewing the lecture?
5. What is the problem with the notion of "presuming competence" and why is "presume potential" a better mantra to use in its place?
6. How would you sum up the research to this point on aided modeling interventions for individuals with autism?
7. Is it required that a child starts with low-tech before progressing to high-tech? Are there considerations for starting with low vs. high tech?
8. What is the potential challenge of not teaching gaining attention with students who use high-tech systems?
9. Three approaches were described in terms of how to manage vocal speech + SGDs. Which approach do you generally feel is most ethical/appropriate?
10. What was the most important concept that you took from this lecture or idea that will help you in your clinical practice?