xv, 795 p. : 26 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index

Introduction to augmentative and alternative communication -- Service delivery in AAC -- Augmentative and alternative communication systems -- Symbol systems and vocabulary selection strategies -- Augmentative and alternative communication assessment strategies -- Augmentative and alternative communication assessment strategies: seating and positioning -- Augmentative and alternative communication assessment strategies: motor access and visual considerations -- The role of literacy in augmentative and alternative communication -- Funding and legal issues in augmentative and alternative communication -- AAC and individuals with physical disabilities -- AAC and children with developmental disabilities -- AAC and individuals with severe to profound disabilities -- AAC and adults with acquired disabilities -- AAC in the family and home -- AAC in the educational setting -- AAC in the hospital setting -- Augmentative and alternative communication for adults with developmental disabilities -- Appendix: AAC product directory ; AAC product vendors and manufacturers ; AAC and assistive technology organizations ; AAC information resources

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