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Implementing augmentative and alternative communication in inclusive educational settings: a case study.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  20497075     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The purpose of this study was to describe a single case of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) implementation. Case study methodology was used to describe the perspectives of educational team members regarding AAC implementation for Joey, a high school junior with athetoid cerebral palsy. Benefits included greater intelligibility for Joey and subsequent comfort of the staff. Facilitators of Joey's AAC system use included the team's student-focused disposition and willingness to implement use of the device, Joey's increased intelligibility, peers' acceptance of the technology, and the resulting increase in Joey's socialization. Limited team cohesiveness, problem solving, and communication were the true barriers in this case. Implications of these facilitators and barriers are discussed and recommendations for school-based AAC implementation are made.
Authors:
Julia B Stoner; Maureen E Angell; Rita L Bailey
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Case Reports; Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Augmentative and alternative communication (Baltimore, Md. : 1985)     Volume:  26     ISSN:  1477-3848     ISO Abbreviation:  Augment Altern Commun     Publication Date:  2010 Jun 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2010-05-25     Completed Date:  2010-08-24     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8504574     Medline TA:  Augment Altern Commun     Country:  England    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  122-35     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Illinois State University, Normal, 61790, USA. jbstone@ilstu.edu <jbstone@ilstu.edu>
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adolescent
Attitude
Cerebral Palsy / therapy*
Communication Aids for Disabled*
Comprehension
Education / methods*
Faculty
Humans
Male
Peer Group
Schools
Social Behavior

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