DLM Communication Skills 4

Question 1

Which scenario best illustrates a student demonstrating the DLM skill of 'commenting' as a communication function?

Accepted Answer

A student points to a dog outside the window and activates a 'dog!' button on their device

Answer

Pointing to a dog and activating a label is a commenting function — sharing information about the environment without requesting anything.

Question 2

In DLM, which factor is most important when selecting vocabulary for a student's AAC system to support communication?

Accepted Answer

Core vocabulary that is high-frequency and usable across many contexts

Answer

Core vocabulary — small sets of high-frequency words usable across many contexts — is the evidence-based foundation for robust AAC systems in DLM.

Question 3

A student answers 'yes' by activating a symbol when asked if they enjoyed an activity. According to DLM, this demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

Responding to a yes/no question using a symbolic form

Answer

Activating a 'yes' symbol in response to a yes/no question is a foundational symbolic communication skill on the DLM map.

Question 4

Which instructional practice best supports DLM communication skill development by modeling language without requiring a student response?

Accepted Answer

Aided language stimulation (ALS), where the teacher points to AAC symbols while speaking

Answer

Aided language stimulation models symbol use in natural context without demanding a response, making it a low-pressure, high-input strategy aligned with DLM principles.

Question 5

A DLM student touches two symbols: 'more' + 'swing.' What communication function does this two-symbol combination represent?

Accepted Answer

Requesting continuation of a preferred activity

Answer

'More' + 'swing' is a requesting function — the student is asking to continue the swing activity.

(DLM) Dynamic Learning Maps Practice Test

(DLM) Dynamic Learning Maps Practice Test

DLM Communication Skills 4