Exam 15: Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Augmentative and alternative communication systems consist of three components: _____________ _ _______________

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Question 1

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(communication devices/ symbol systems/ communication skills)

The five steps in planning an augmentative and alternative communication system include: __

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Question 2

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(Pre-assessment/ Development of goals/ Selection of a mode of communication/ Selection of a symbol system/ Selection of methods to enhance communication)

Preassessment for AAC usage should include both an assessment of the _ and assessment of the _____.

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Question 3

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(environment/ potential AAC user)

_____________ involves making a selection from preselected choices.

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Question 4

What should be assessed prior to the implementation of an AAC system? What is the purpose of this assessment?

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Question 5

The best conclusion regarding the use of augmentative communication is:

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Question 6

Place the following in order of "guessability" from most easily guessed (1) to least easily guessed (3): ___ Blissymbols _ color photos ___ black and white drawings

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Question 7

The two basic kinds of AAC devices are and _____.

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Question 8

Blissymbols are an example of a:

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Question 9

How can teachers help students who use AAC system enhance their literacy skills? Consider the classroom curriculum, activities, and accommodations that would benefit AAC users.

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Question 10

_______________ refers to the ease or difficulty of learning a particular symbol set.

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Question 11

American Sign Language (ASL) is an example of an unaided communication technique.

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Question 12

There is evidence that a combination of gestural and voice-output communication systems may be best for most persons.

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Question 13

Give three suggestions for improving the communication skills of AAC users and their conversational partners that are based on the research on this issue.

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Question 14

In general, symbols that are more iconic are easier to learn.

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Question 15

The best strategy for selection of vocabulary to be included in an AAC user's system is to:

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Question 16

Researchers have found that, when AAC systems are introduced, the social acceptance of individuals with disabilities decreases.

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Question 17

Which of the following statements best represents current thinking regarding the issue of prerequisites to AAC usage?

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Question 18

Most researchers have concluded that potential AAC users must reach at least Stage V on Piaget's hierarchy of cognitive development in order to benefit from an AAC system.

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Question 19

Augmentative and alternative communication systems consist of three components: _____________ _ _______________

The five steps in planning an augmentative and alternative communication system include: __

Preassessment for AAC usage should include both an assessment of the _ and assessment of the _____.

_____________ involves making a selection from preselected choices.

What should be assessed prior to the implementation of an AAC system? What is the purpose of this assessment?

The best conclusion regarding the use of augmentative communication is:

Place the following in order of "guessability" from most easily guessed (1) to least easily guessed (3): ___ Blissymbols _ color photos ___ black and white drawings

The two basic kinds of AAC devices are and _____.

Blissymbols are an example of a:

How can teachers help students who use AAC system enhance their literacy skills? Consider the classroom curriculum, activities, and accommodations that would benefit AAC users.

_______________ refers to the ease or difficulty of learning a particular symbol set.

American Sign Language (ASL) is an example of an unaided communication technique.

There is evidence that a combination of gestural and voice-output communication systems may be best for most persons.

Give three suggestions for improving the communication skills of AAC users and their conversational partners that are based on the research on this issue.

In general, symbols that are more iconic are easier to learn.

The best strategy for selection of vocabulary to be included in an AAC user's system is to:

Researchers have found that, when AAC systems are introduced, the social acceptance of individuals with disabilities decreases.

Which of the following statements best represents current thinking regarding the issue of prerequisites to AAC usage?

Most researchers have concluded that potential AAC users must reach at least Stage V on Piaget's hierarchy of cognitive development in order to benefit from an AAC system.

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Exam 15: Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Augmentative and alternative communication systems consist of three components: ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________

The five steps in planning an augmentative and alternative communication system include: __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

Preassessment for AAC usage should include both an assessment of the _______________ and assessment of the ___________________.

_____________ involves making a selection from preselected choices.

What should be assessed prior to the implementation of an AAC system? What is the purpose of this assessment?

The best conclusion regarding the use of augmentative communication is:

Place the following in order of "guessability" from most easily guessed (1) to least easily guessed (3): _____ Blissymbols _____ color photos _____ black and white drawings

The two basic kinds of AAC devices are ________ and _____________.

Blissymbols are an example of a:

How can teachers help students who use AAC system enhance their literacy skills? Consider the classroom curriculum, activities, and accommodations that would benefit AAC users.

_______________ refers to the ease or difficulty of learning a particular symbol set.

American Sign Language (ASL) is an example of an unaided communication technique.

There is evidence that a combination of gestural and voice-output communication systems may be best for most persons.

Give three suggestions for improving the communication skills of AAC users and their conversational partners that are based on the research on this issue.

In general, symbols that are more iconic are easier to learn.

The best strategy for selection of vocabulary to be included in an AAC user's system is to:

Researchers have found that, when AAC systems are introduced, the social acceptance of individuals with disabilities decreases.

Which of the following statements best represents current thinking regarding the issue of prerequisites to AAC usage?

Most researchers have concluded that potential AAC users must reach at least Stage V on Piaget's hierarchy of cognitive development in order to benefit from an AAC system.

Language and Language Disorders

The Elements of Language

Language Acquisition: Bases

Language Acquisition: Models

Language Development: Birth Through the Pre-School Years

Language and Literacy in the School Years

Language and Students With Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Disorders

Language and Students With Intellectual Disabilities

Language and Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Language and Students With Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

Language and Students With Sensory Disabilities

Language and Students With Neuromotor Impairments and Brain Injury

Assessing Language and Communication

Enhancing Language and Communication

Language, Culture and English Language Learners

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Augmentative and alternative communication systems consist of three components: _____________ _ _______________

The five steps in planning an augmentative and alternative communication system include: __

Preassessment for AAC usage should include both an assessment of the _ and assessment of the _____.

Place the following in order of "guessability" from most easily guessed (1) to least easily guessed (3): ___ Blissymbols _ color photos ___ black and white drawings

The two basic kinds of AAC devices are and _____.