Future professionals will prepare for their work in the field with critical new information on:
- advancing literacy skills (new chapter by Janice Light and David McNaughton)
- conducting effective, culturally appropriate assessment to determine AAC needs
- choosing AAC interventions appropriate for age and ability
- selecting AAC vocabulary tailored to individual needs
- using new consumer technologies as easy, affordable, and non-stigmatizing communication devices
- understanding types of symbols and how individuals use them
- promoting social competence
- supporting language learning and development
- providing effective support to beginning communicators
- planning an inclusive education for students with complex communication needs
An essential core text for tomorrow's professionals-and a key reference for in service practitioners-this new fourth edition expertly prepares readers to support the communicative competence of children and adults with a wide range of complex needs.
What's new:
- New literacy chapter
- Extensive updates reflecting current consumer technology
- Helpful end-of-chapter study questions
- Updated resource sections and glossary
- All the latest research and best practices in every chapter
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