Professional and Cultural Competence for the AAC Provider -- Differing Perspectives on Disability and AAC -- Language Diversity in Context of AAC -- Culturally Responsive Assessment for AAC -- Communication Partner Training -- Practical Implementation of AAC with CLD Populations -- International AAC Practices and Attitudes.
Summary:
"Within the field of speech language pathology, there is a growing awareness of the need to adapt our services to better serve a diverse population. AAC for All: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices is designed to serve as a resource for practicing speech language pathologists and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) specialists working with culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) populations. Written in an easily accessible style, this text walks the clinician through the process of supporting this particular population and includes tips and resources for easy implementation"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.