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Part 6: AT for Communication
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
The web is a dynamic and changing environment. Sites and URLs listed in this workshop can change names, move to another location, or just disappear.
If you attempt to go to a site and it is not there:1. Check first that you have entered the address correctly. Any error, an extra space, a
capitalized or lower case letter will lead you to a dead-end. Check carefully and try again.
2. Wait a few moments and try the site again. Sometimes the internet is busy and it will work fine in awhile.
3. Try using a search engine to find the site. Enter the name, not the URL of the site you are looking for.
4. Trim the URL by eliminating parts of the address from the right end back. Remove elements one step at a time from each slash (/…/).
5. Try the Wayback Machine (www.archive.org).
6. If you need to use steps 3 – 5, notify the instructor whether you find the site or not
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Functions of Communication (addressable with AAC)Dyadic Communication (conversation)Joint Action Routines (working and playing together)Behavior Regulation Requests (asking for help or to receive something)Instructional Responding (asking questions and responding)
Speech and Language Resources
American Speech Language and Hearing Assoc. http://www.asha.org
ASHA is the professional organization for audiologists and clinicians
Speech Language and Swallowing
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/speech-packets
Information packets on speech and language
Language Development
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/
Typical language development
Speech and Language Resources (cont.)Activities for Speech/Language Development
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/Parent-Stim-Activities.htm
Activities to encourage speech and language development
Pragmatic Disorders
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/PragmaticLanguageTips.htm
Tips for pragmatic disorders
Tools for AAC
Voice Amplification Picture Cards Language Boards Eye-gaze frames Picture Exchange Clock Scanners Dedicated Devices Computers with Software
Wrist talker
Tech talk
Artificial Larnyx
Match the Individual with the Tool
Individual Technology
Needs Interface/Input
Abilities Processing
Expectations Output
http://www.mayer-johnson.com/
Input Methods
Assisted keyboardsOn screenCursor Control-pointer systemsAlternative keyboards
Eye-gazeMind controlKeyboard emulationSwitches
Switches
Direct Switch Scanning Morse Code Auditory
Quick start Communication Kit
Input Features to Consider
Size and shape Surface type
• Pressure• Tactile symbols
Acceptance rate and timing
Auditory Cueing Type of symbol Ethnic representation Symbol organization Message label
Key guard
Output Alternatives
Visual Auditory Tactile Computer Interface
Alpha Talker II
AAC Output Issues
Synthesized (text to speech)
Type of Synthesizer Digitized (recorded
speech and sound) Amplification Ethnicity/Language Integration with other
ACVantage
Communication Storage and Retrieval
Vocabulary Message Set Selection Sets
• Single Board
• Multiple Board
Symbol Set Arrangement Selection Methods
• One key
• Multiple keys
Speaking Dynamically Pro
Processing
Whole message Partial message Single word Symbol systems Alphabet/Spelling/
Orthography Function
Symbol systems
Pictures/photographsObjects/miniaturesBlack line drawingsMulti-meaningAbstract
Processing – Multiple key retrieval
Encoding
– Orthography
– Abbreviation/expansion
– Logical letter codes
– Number codes
– Semantic compaction
– Morse code
– Key linkingPolyana - Zygo
Processing – Multiple key retrieval
Branching
– Levels and locations
– Dynamic Displays
– Auditory Scans Prediction
– Symbol prediction
– Word completion
– Word prediction
Polyana - Zygo
Abbreviation Expansion
Portable impact - enkidu
Dubby - Tash18
Logical Letter Coding
HH = Hi how are you WL – What’s for
lunch MN = My name is Joe HP = How can I help
you GM = Good morning
Lightwriter - Zygo
Semantic Compaction
Chatbox - Saltillo Vantage - PRC
Keylinking
Optimist - Zygo
Macaw - Zygo
Levels & Location Systems
GoTalk - Attainment
Dynavox - Dynavox
Dynamic Displays
Dynamo -Dynavox
Auditory Scanning
Portable Impact Tablet - Enkidu Deltatalker - PRC
Alternative Keyboard Resources
OrbiTouch Keyless Keyboard
http://www.keybowl.com/
Orbitouch creates a keystroke when two domes slide into one of eight positions
Goldtouch Adjustable Ergonomic Keyboard
http://www.ergodirect.net/index.asp?PageAction=MFGSEARCH&MantiD=7&Page=1
Allows student to adjust alphanumeric sections horizontally and vertically
Frog Pad
http://www.frogpad.com
One-handed keyboard
Alternative Keyboard Resources (cont)Adess Try-Form Contoured Ergonomic Keyboard with Glide point touchpad
http://www.adesso.com/products_detail.asp?productid=42
A 105 key ergonomic, contured keyboard
Cirque Glidepoint Wave Keyboard
http://www.cirque.com
Keyboards designed with natural angle of arms and hands
Cirque Smooth Cat Keyboard
http://www.cirque.com
Similar to Microsoft Natural keyboardwith enlarged keys
Alternative Keyboard Resources (cont)Comfort Keyboard
http://www.comfortkeyboard.com
Addresses the issues of awkward posture, discomfort, and fatigue experienced by computer users.
Darwin Smartboard
http://www.datadesktech.com
Engineered to encourage typing in a more natural position
Data hand
http://www.datahand.com
Comprised of two ergonimically designed keyboards
Alternative Keyboard Resources (cont)ErgoLogic Keyboard
http://www.alimed.com
A customizable keyboard
Kinesis Keyboard
http://www.kinesis-ergo.com
Ergonomically designed to reduce the negative effect of keyboard use by allowing the user to align hands, arms, and shoulders while typing.
Intellikeys
http://store.cambiumlearning.com/ProgramPage.aspx?parentId=074003405&functionID=009000008&site=itc
Devices for alternative input
Touch Screen Resources
Apogee
http://www.cybertouch.com/LCDOPENFRAM.html
Open-frame touch LC screen
Magic Touch
http://www.abilityhub.com/mouse/touchscreen.htm
Patented external add-on touch screen kit.
MicroTouch Touch Screen
http://www.3m.com/3MtouchSystems/Products/
Resources for Augmentative Communication DevicesTuftalker Plus & Freedom and Toughbook
http://www.words-plus.com
Communication systems blending form and function in one device
Springboard
http://www.prentrom.com
Starting point for a student or adult beginning augmented communication
Speaking Dynamically Pro Idea Book
http://www.mayer-johnson.com
Tool for talking interactive activities
Resources for Augmentative Communication Devices (cont)Handheld Impact
http://www.enkidu.net
Spelling based communications device
Tablet Impact
http://www.enkidu.net
Device with large on-screen buttons.
Palmtop Impact
http://www.enkidu.net
Small,portable ACC device
Videos on AAC
Introduction– http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1QIhWa_4_A
About AAC– http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb_URYj_L_k&feature=related
Laser Pointers– http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AooDQOzdOyE&feature=related
Ellen– http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAdEOXD9Tvk&feature=related
Simon– http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_T96uOi2l4&feature=related
AbilityHub
http://www.abilityhub.com