Demographics of Preschoolers Who Require AAC
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- 1 July 2006
- journal article
- Published by American Speech Language Hearing Association in Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools
- Vol. 37 (3) , 200-208
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of the investigation was to gather demographic information pertaining to preschoolers who require augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Method: To obtain this information, a survey was developed and then distributed to preschool speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in Pennsylvania. Results: Results indicated that approximately 12% of preschoolers receiving special education services required AAC. These children came from diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, had a wide variety of disabilities, used a range of AAC systems, and required services from a wide range of educational professionals. Implications: The findings indicate the pressing need for all preschool SLPs to be prepared to provide services for children who require AAC.Keywords
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