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A proposed framework for decision-making for assistive communication technology support: many perspectives, but one common goal. |
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Journal of Assistive Technologies, 5(4), 2011, pp.242-248. |
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1754-9450 |
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Some children with severe speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) can make use of assistive communication technology (ACT) to support and augment their speaking and writing. This paper outlines a framework for discussing and clarifying varied expectations. The authors discuss how the goal of increased participation for children helps all involved to keep in mind that, despite varying focuses for the use of ACT, it is the move towards increased involvement in life situations that will best drive and target-setting. Multi-functional computer devices can support a range of communicative functions. Provision and use of ACT can have different focuses for different stakeholders, which can lead to disparate expectations around the implementation of such technology. The approach presented encourages equal value or weighting to each of the supports for inclusion and, therefore, encourages stakeholders to value their own priorities whilst considering others. |
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article; |
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assistive technology; children; communication skills; computers; intervention; outcomes; |
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www.scie-socialcareonline.org.uk/profile.asp?guid=aeb3c2d6-94fd-476c-8391-c8d2ccfd3522 |
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