When children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) have difficulty communicating, the world can be a painful and frustrating place. Fortunately, there are now tools and strategies that can help make interactive communication possible for individuals with ASDs who can't use speech effectively. This guide to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) provides an overview of the AAC techniques and devices available today. AAC refers to any tool, device, picture, word, symbol or gesture that compensates for expressive and receptive communication deficits. An AAC tool is as simple as a picture schedule made at home or as sophisticated as a voice output communication aid (VOCA); MEANINGFUL EXCHANGES covers both low and high-tech varieties. The author also explains how AAC appeals to the particular learning style and communication strengths and weaknesses of people with ASDs. An extensive section on ACC and Special Education Law covers eligibility and entitlement issues; how to make sure a communication system is included in an Individual Education Program (IEP) and stays with a student from school to school; and who pays for a device. Real-life vignettes help to illustrate how various AAC tools increase communication with others and, consequently, improve quality of life. Appendices provide additional sources of information about specific devices and software, as well as listings of manufacturers and training opportunities.
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Joanne M Cafiero PhD has 15 years of experience working with people with ASDs. She is an Autism and AAC Consultant, providing services to families, practitioners, and school systems in the US, Europe, and Asia. She is also on the faculty of Johns Hopkins School of Professional Studies and is the co-designer of the graduate program 'Teaching Students with Autism'.
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As the parent of a 17 year old son who relies on AAC, I know first-hand, the importance of communication. Interacting with others is critical to our quality of life. Severe communication challenges are an endlessly tall wall, a barrier to social and academic inclusion and success.
Cafiero breaks down the wall, brick by brick, with an easy to understand text full of common sense strategies, based on relevant research described through real-life vignettes that include individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Cafiero transcends the complexities of AAC and presents the myriad facets with a balance often missed in AAC literature. Her sincere respect and enjoyment of people with ASD is evident throughout the text. A must-have for parents, educators and everyone who loves or interacts with individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
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As a beginner learning about this alternative communication modality, I would have to say this book best explains what I need to understand in order to actually work with an autisic individual. Very helpful and resourceful tool. Thank you M. Collette Brandt
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Great Book- easy to read and VERY informative. Highly recommend reading this book on augmentative alternative communication. Helped me write the background sections of my thesis.
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