Using it takes the pressure off using verbal expression as the sole means of communication. Key Word Sign can benefit your child by providing a good visual and tactile model along side their verbal expression attempts.
Can be a time consuming process to learn all appropriate signs.Requires fine motor control for some signs.Communication partners may not understand some key signs without some verbal expression.Adds further meaning to verbal expression.Assists communication partners in understanding what was said Promotes language development while verbal expression may still be developing.Adds extra support for verbal communication.What are the pros and cons of this system? It uses Australian Sign Language (AUSLAN) signs with only the key words (or essential words) in a sentence being signed. Key Word Sign (KWS) is the use of specific manual signs along with gesture, body language and facial expression that assist communication. Augmentative Communication system #3: Key Word Sign We will be able to help you identify which PODD book will be the most appropriate and individualise it with you. If you are interested in getting a PODD book for your child, book an appointment with one of our clinicians. It has the flexibility to quickly indicate needs like “toilet” or have an extended conversation and express personality. The book allows the user to choose vocabulary that suits a range of communicative functions such as requesting, commenting and greeting. The written and visual components of the PODD book develops understanding and use of language as well as increasing literacy skills. Takes time to identify individualised vocabulary to ensure the user’s vocabulary is not restricted.Can be a timely process to teach the user how to use the book with decreasing dependence.The books can get quite big and bulky to carry around all the time.PODD books can initially look overwhelming to the user.Provides a visual scaffold to support communication and process thoughts The book has structure and routine with the categories and placement of the symbols.PODD books can be individualized to suit the user.Highlights visual learning and communication strengths in autism spectrum disorder.What are the pros and cons of this device? It is arranged in a systematic way which supports the social use of language. It is a type of communication book that uses words and symbols to represent a large vocabulary of words. PODD stands for Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display. Augmentative Communication device #2: PODD books This application can be purchased on appropriate iOS devices from the Apple iTunes store. The system also allows for increased inclusion in social interactions and allows nonverbal users to express basic needs, wants and emotions. The application provides an alternative way to communicate but it also helps improve various language skills such as vocabulary development and sentence structure. The versatility of the app allows for communication access to a range of disabilities including autism spectrum disorder. The app can support early communicators through to advanced communicators. Requires access to appropriate technology.Must ensure the battery is always charged for communication all the time Can be a timely process to learn how to most effectively navigate the system.Assists the user in developing their vocabulary of words.Supports social interactions through its interactive nature.Can be adapted specifically to suit the individual using it.Provides visual and verbal supports for communication.The application uses visual symbols, pictures, words and speech generating features to support communication. Proloquo2Go is an application that can be purchased and downloaded onto a suitable device such as an iPad. Augmentative Communication system #1: Proloquo2Go Below are the three augmentative communication systems that Harrison Speech Pathology recommend for supporting the communication of individuals that have been diagnosed with autism. These systems can range from ‘high-tech’ systems such as a speech generating device, a ‘low-tech’ system such as a communication book or a ‘no-tech’ system such as using Australian Sign Language. There are many augmentative communication systems that can be used with individuals who have been diagnosed with autism.
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