What Augmentative and Alternative Communication Means?

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) describes multiple ways to communicate that can supplement or compensate (either temporarily or permanently) for the impairment and disability patterns of individuals with severe expressive communication disorders.

What is augmentative and alternative communication examples?

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems. Unaided Communication Systems: Systems that enable communication that relies on the user's body (language) to deliver messages. Examples include gestures, eye gaze, vocalizations, sign language, and facial expressions (adapted from ASHA [2016a]).

What is augmentative and alternative communication devices?

An augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device, is a tablet or laptop that helps someone with a speech or language impairment to communicate. The term AAC device is often used interchangeably with terms like speech-generating device (SGD) or assistive communication device or simply communication device.