AAC Symbol Systems & Visual Supports 3

Question 1

What is the key difference between a 'first-then' board and a full visual schedule?

Accepted Answer

A first-then board presents only two steps and is used to manage transitions or motivate task completion

Answer

A first-then board simplifies scheduling to two items (current task then preferred activity), making it ideal for transitions, task initiation, or individuals who cannot yet process longer sequences.

Question 2

A practitioner notices a client consistently selects a symbol but does not achieve the intended communicative effect. This MOST likely indicates a problem with:

Accepted Answer

Symbol-referent correspondence or partner interpretation

Answer

When symbol selection does not achieve the desired communicative effect, the symbol-referent pairing may be unclear or partners may not correctly interpret the intended message.

Question 3

Which evidence-based strategy involves arranging the environment so that a person MUST use their AAC symbol system to communicate a need?

Accepted Answer

Milieu teaching / communication temptation

Answer

Milieu teaching uses communication temptations—arranging the environment to create communicative need (e.g., placing a desired item out of reach) to prompt AAC use in natural contexts.

Question 4

SymbolStix symbols are BEST characterized as:

Accepted Answer

Stylized stick figures in action poses that emphasize dynamic movement

Answer

SymbolStix uses stylized, elongated stick figures shown in active poses, designed to convey dynamic actions and social interactions clearly.

Question 5

A social story combined with visual symbols is MOST commonly used to:

Accepted Answer

Pre-teach expected behaviors and social situations to reduce anxiety and increase understanding

Answer

Social stories with visual supports describe social situations and expected behaviors in advance, reducing anxiety and building understanding, particularly for individuals with ASD.

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

AAC Symbol Systems & Visual Supports 3