Abstract Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLS) is an archetypical genetic syndrome that is
characterized by intellectual disability, well-defined facial features, upper limb anomalies …

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

Executive summary Affecting about 78 million people worldwide, autism is a condition of
global importance because of its prevalence and the degree to which it can affect individuals …

In 1989, Light defined communicative competence for individuals with complex
communication needs who require augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) as a …

Abstract The National Joint Committee for the Communication Needs of People With Severe
Disabilities (NJC) reviewed literature regarding practices for people with severe disabilities …

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 …

Second, AAC is a multidisciplinary field in which individuals with complex communication
needs and their families, along with computer programmers, educators, engineers, linguists …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of enhanced milieu teaching
(EMT) implemented by parents and therapists versus therapists only on the language skills …

There is a rapidly growing body of research that demonstrates the positive effects of
augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention on the communication of …

It is with great excitement that we are assuming our roles as co-editors of the journal,
Augmentative and Alternative Communication. As we embark on this new journey, we would …