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Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Flashcards

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  1. The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is based on principles from which theoretical framework?

    Answer: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

    PECS was developed by Frost and Bondy and is based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), using operant conditioning principles to teach individuals to exchange picture cards to communicate.

  2. The 'no exclusions' principle in AAC states that:

    Answer: No individual should be excluded from AAC based on age, cognitive level, or severity of disability

    The no exclusions principle holds that AAC services should be available to all individuals with complex communication needs regardless of age, cognitive ability, or disability severity — no prerequisites should bar access.

  3. 'Aided language stimulation' (ALS) is an AAC strategy that involves:

    Answer: The communication partner modeling AAC use by pointing to symbols during natural interactions

    Aided language stimulation (also called modeling or AAC modeling) involves communication partners pointing to symbols on the AAC system while also speaking, to expose users to AAC language in natural, meaningful contexts.

  4. Which of the following best describes 'fringe vocabulary' in an AAC system?

    Answer: Specific, individualized words unique to a person's interests, activities, and experiences

    Fringe vocabulary refers to less frequent, highly individualized words related to a person's specific topics, people, places, and interests — it complements core vocabulary to enable personalized communication.

  5. In partner-assisted scanning, who controls the pace at which items are presented to the AAC user?

    Answer: The communication partner

    In partner-assisted scanning, the communication partner sequentially points to or names items while the AAC user signals (e.g., eye blink, vocalization) to indicate their selection, giving the partner control of pacing.

  6. Which of the following is an example of 'unaided AAC'?

    Answer: American Sign Language (ASL)

    Unaided AAC uses only the person's body — including gestures, facial expressions, vocalizations, and manual sign languages like ASL — without any external device or tool.

  7. The SETT framework, used in AAC and assistive technology decision-making, stands for:

    Answer: Student, Environment, Tasks, Tools

    The SETT framework (Zabala, 1995) guides AAC and AT decision-making by considering the Student's needs and abilities, the Environments of use, the Tasks the student needs to perform, and the Tools that can support performance.