This chapter discusses the role of the speech–language pathologist (SLP) on the assistive
technology (AT) assessment team. The chapter provides several examples focusing on …

Purpose: Speech-language pathologists may introduce augmentative or alternative
communication (AAC) systems to people who are unable to use speech for everyday …

This three-phase investigation used focus groups and a survey to identify factors that
perceived by speech language pathologists as being related to long-term success versus …

This book provides readers with vast knowledge of practical applications, theoretical
models, services and evidence-based solutions in the areas of assistive technology (AT) …

The process for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment is complex
and requires participation and input from a variety of stakeholders. This paper addresses …

A survey of 71 speech-language pathologists (SLPs) was conducted to explore issues
relating to their experience with and education in the use of alternative and augmentative …

Case studies are an accepted method for reporting treatment outcomes. However, to be
useful and authentic, a systematic and principled approach to collecting, analyzing, and …

Speech language pathologists (SLPs) play a leading role in overall augmentative and
alternative communication (AAC) service delivery. Several changes (eg, the provision of …

Although students may not become augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
clinical specialists, they often will work with individuals demonstrating complex …

Background: There has been a rapid growth in recent years of available technologies for
individuals with communication difficulties. Research in the area is currently …