In our current project (2024), we are gathering information about the experiences of AAC users in directing personal care. We are especially interested in learning about how effective communication with Direct Support Professionals (e.g., personal… Communication with Direct Support Professionals: The Experiences of AAC Users
The current preliminary study evaluated an AAC technology feature designed to support literacy development. The study used a multiple probe across participants design. Three adults with Down syndrome who had limited speech and only basic decoding skills participated.
The RERC on AAC we be presenting at ASHA in Boston on November 16-18, 2023. Handouts will be available.
This article describes how a decoding feature in the T2L program affects single-word reading. The words were targeted in adapted books with individuals with Down syndrome. Participants showed increased reading ability including decoding novel words.
In this study, Babb and colleagues used video VSDs with adolescents with autism spectrum disorder or Down syndrome while they participated in a volunteer activity.