Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Graphic organizers are a type of assistive technology

• True

• False

Which of the following is not a low-/light-tech AAC device?

• pictures

• communication boards

• objects

• speech generating device (SGD)

Which of the following is a benefit/"pro" of high-tech devices?

• affordable

• allows alternative access methods for the physically impaired

• less training involved

• all of the above

using SGDs at the start of treatment may be most beneficial to minimally verbal children

• true

• false

which of the following is not an AAC device targeted for people with dementia?

• Tobi- Dynavox Eye Gaze

• Messages on memory boards

• Memory wallet

• Memory book

AAC has the possibility to hinder verbal language/speech

• True

• False

What does AAC stand for?