AAC Literacy Development & AAC 3

Question 1

The 'Simple View of Reading' formula (R = D × LC) suggests that reading comprehension requires which two components?

Accepted Answer

Decoding and language comprehension

Answer

The Simple View of Reading states that reading comprehension equals decoding ability multiplied by language comprehension.

Question 2

An AAC-using child demonstrates strong language comprehension but very weak decoding. According to the Simple View of Reading, this profile is described as:

Accepted Answer

Dyslexia

Answer

Weak decoding with intact language comprehension fits the profile of dyslexia within the Simple View of Reading framework.

Question 3

Which phonological awareness skill is considered the most advanced and directly supports spelling in AAC users?

Accepted Answer

Phoneme manipulation

Answer

Phoneme manipulation—the ability to add, delete, and substitute individual phonemes—is the most advanced phonological awareness skill and closely supports spelling.

Question 4

A practitioner uses 'symbol-supported text' in literacy instruction for an AAC user. What is the primary purpose of this adaptation?

Accepted Answer

To scaffold comprehension while maintaining exposure to print

Answer

Symbol-supported text scaffolds comprehension by pairing symbols with printed words, maintaining the student's engagement with conventional print.

Question 5

Research on literacy outcomes for individuals with complex communication needs shows that:

Accepted Answer

Many individuals with CCN can achieve meaningful literacy skills with appropriate instruction

Answer

Research demonstrates that many individuals with complex communication needs can achieve meaningful literacy with appropriate, systematic instruction.

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

AAC Literacy Development & AAC 3