This paper discusses recent research and development with a specific focus on selected
new and emerging research-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) …

The field of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) has witnessed significant
changes since its inception. AAC services are now considered for a much greater number of …

Effective communication is based both on the capacity of the person with complex
communication needs, and of other key stakeholders (including communication and …

Since the beginning of the 21st century, the lifespan of people born with Down syndrome
(DS) has increased. They now outlive their parents and rely on their relatives who usually …

Traditional topic-specific communication boards for Augmentative and Alternative
Communication (AAC) require manual programming of relevant symbolic vocabulary, which …

For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who have limited to no vocal speech
abilities, mobile augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology provides …

Purpose: This article highlights the contributions of three pillars of an evidence-based
practice approach (service providers, researchers, and families/clients) in the development …

Purpose: Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology innovation is
urgently needed to improve outcomes for children on the autism spectrum who are minimally …

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of two AAC technologies on indices of
happiness for school-age children with multiple disabilities during interactions with their …

Background Adults with severe/profound intellectual disability typically face poor
communication outcomes as they are often nonverbal and need their supporters to provide …