Release Date: 30 October, 1997
Hardcover
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From Book News, Inc.
A textbook introducing a technique in special education, speech- language pathology, and other disciplines that serve people with disabilities, which supplements and/or replaces natural speech and/or writing with symbols such as blissymbols, fingerspelling, gestures, logographs, manual signs, and pictographs. Presents a model and taxonomy both for application and for further development, with sections on symbols, technology, assessment, intervention, and current issues and trends. Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR
Book Description
This is a valuable source of information and reference for the field of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in speech-language pathology. This handbook outlines the history and growth of the field from its beginnings a few decades ago to its current status as an integral element in the clinical and educational programs of individuals with severe communication disabilities. Legislation and funding opportunities which influence the provision of AAC services are presented and discussed along with current legal and ethical issues and future research needs. Speech pathologists, language and communication specialists and therapists.
From the Back Cover
This is a valuable source of information and reference for the field of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in speech-language pathology.This handbook outlines the history and growth of the field from its beginnings a few decades ago to its current status as an integral element in the clinical and educational programs of individuals with severe communication disabilities. Legislation and funding opportunities which influence the provision of AAC services are presented and discussed along with current legal and ethical issues and future research needs. Speech pathologists, language and communication specialists and therapists. Rating 5.0
Excellent for the professional involved in aug. com.Thanks for this superior book on augmentative communication. As a speech pathologist in the public schools, I found this book extremely helpful when relating information to other professionals with limited aug. com. experience. This book is a must for the SLP in charge of educating other professionals in aug. com. |
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