Selecting augmentative communication devices for persons with severe disabilities: Some factors for educational teams to consider
- 1 January 1993
- journal article
- other
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities
- Vol. 18 (3) , 133-146
- https://doi.org/10.1080/07263869300034901
Abstract
Because a variety of augmentative communication devices exist, ranging from high technology speech synthesizers to low technology communication boards, members of educational teams are faced with a number of important decisions when attempting to meet the communication needs of persons with severe disabilities. This paper discusses some of the factors that educational teams may need to consider when selecting communication devices for learners with severe disabilities. Consideration of the various components and features of both high and low technology devices may assist parents and professionals in selecting appropriate augmentative communication options for students with severe disabilities.Keywords
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