AAC quiz for staff

What does AAC stand for?

• Audiological and Aided Communication

• Augmentative and Aided Communication

• Aided and Alternative Communication

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Which of the following is NOT Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).

• gestures, sign language

• traditional speech

• speech generating device

• visuals, pictures

An AAC device will prevent a child from speaking verbally.

• True, They will not develop anymore language, expressively.

• True, They will now rely only on the device to communicate.

• False, Studies report AAC devices may increase verbal speech.

• False, children will only interact with other AAC users, though.

What is the purpose of expressing one's wants and needs?

• To conform to social conventions of politeness
• To regulate the behavior of the listener towards an action oriented reponse
• To share information
• Cue the listener that it is his turn in the conversation

Which word is NOT an example of Core Vocabulary?

• chips

• she

• get

• open

The most effective way to teach a child to use an AAC device is ___

• Present pictures from the device on flashcards to student

• Tell them not to speak verbally and point to the AAC device

• Model on the device

• Teach cause & effect

Pressing a lot of buttons on their speech generating device ...

• is a way of learning

• is annoying to others

• indicates the student is not interested in communicating properly

• is the student tell you they are overwhelmed

Since recess is not academic in nature, a student should...

• not need his/her device at all

• keep their device on their desk

• charge their device during this time

• have access to their AAC device

Who is primarily responsible for the success of AAC usage with a student?

• Speech/Language

  Pathologist

• Cross Categorical teacher

• Special Education assistants

• the studentś entire team

Some benefits of AAC are...

• Promotes independence

• Reduces Frustration

• Expands communication including social interactions

• All of the above