AAC Exam 2
Highly functional words and phrases, typically beginning with items related to basic functional needs,
brief social exchanges, and other information necessary across MOST environments. Correct Answer:
core vocabulary
Includes words and expressions that are particularly content-rich, topic-related, and specific to
particular individuals/activities/environments. Correct Answer: fringe vocabulary
______ vocab must be highly reinforcing and responsive to the communicative and basic needs of the
user. Correct Answer: core
______ vocab should reflect a wide variety of communicative functions. Correct Answer: core
_____ vocab contains expressions that customize the system for the individual as well as for specific
interactions and situations in which the individual is involved. Correct Answer: fringe
_____ vocab should include diversity and language richness to enhance participation and interaction in
various ADL and be accessible across activities. Correct Answer: fringe
What are the 6 categories of AAC aids? Correct Answer: 1. Simple Communication Boards or Books
2. Simple and/or Low-Cost Single-Level Devices
3. Leveling or Layering Devices
4. Dynamic Display Devices
5. Icon Sequencing/Semantic Compaction/Minspeak Devices (Unity)
6. Text-Based Spelling or Writing Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•No voice output
•Usually homemade
•Format depends on the person's symbol use and motor skills Correct Answer: Simple Communication
Boards or Books
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Use digitized speech
o Digitized speech - person's recorded voice
o Synthesized speech - computer-generated speech
•Can record one message for each key/button on the device
•Variety of sizes and styles Correct Answer: Simple and/or Low-Cost Single-Level Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Voice is digitized but may be synthesized
•Can store multiple levels/pages/layers of messages
, •Levels/pages/layers are paper overlays inserted into the device - have to change the overlay when
changing the level so the symbols match the recording
•Variety of sizes and styles Correct Answer: Leveling or Layering Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Usually have synthesized speech
•Similar to a leveling device but the levels are all electronic
•These devices use touch screen technology - levels change automatically Correct Answer: Dynamic
Display Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output (usually synthesized)
•Use a limited number of symbols that stay in a consistent location - based on the idea of motor
planning
•Symbols represent words/concepts
•The user sequences the symbols to make various combos of words/phrases Correct Answer: Icon
Sequencing/Semantic Compaction/Minspeak Devices (Unity)
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output that's almost always synthesized
•Uses keyboard format with either a qwerty layout or customized layout
•For people whose literacy skills allow their communication needs to be met through text without
picture symbols
•May use rate enhancement techniques Correct Answer: Text-Based Spelling or Writing Devices
Why adapt toys/activities for play/leisure? Correct Answer: • Promotes independence and participation
• Builds self-esteem
• Play is a child's work
• Leisure activities are an integral part of the lives of adolescents and adults
• Makes activities accessible motorically and cognitively
• Provides a means and opportunity for interaction
• Allows patient to be active participant vs. passive observer
• Build on existing abilities
How can you stabilize toys? Correct Answer: o Dycem or shelf liner
o Velcro or Dual-Lock (Duo-Lock)
In what ways can toys be adapted? Correct Answer: • Enlarge
• Texture
• Change the position of the toy/appliance
• Switches (if other adaptations are not enough, try switch adapting)
*Adaptation methods which includes:*
o Find larger parts/pieces, toys/appliances
o Add foam, padding, knobs, handles, etc. Correct Answer: enlarge
*Adaptation methods which includes:*
Highly functional words and phrases, typically beginning with items related to basic functional needs,
brief social exchanges, and other information necessary across MOST environments. Correct Answer:
core vocabulary
Includes words and expressions that are particularly content-rich, topic-related, and specific to
particular individuals/activities/environments. Correct Answer: fringe vocabulary
______ vocab must be highly reinforcing and responsive to the communicative and basic needs of the
user. Correct Answer: core
______ vocab should reflect a wide variety of communicative functions. Correct Answer: core
_____ vocab contains expressions that customize the system for the individual as well as for specific
interactions and situations in which the individual is involved. Correct Answer: fringe
_____ vocab should include diversity and language richness to enhance participation and interaction in
various ADL and be accessible across activities. Correct Answer: fringe
What are the 6 categories of AAC aids? Correct Answer: 1. Simple Communication Boards or Books
2. Simple and/or Low-Cost Single-Level Devices
3. Leveling or Layering Devices
4. Dynamic Display Devices
5. Icon Sequencing/Semantic Compaction/Minspeak Devices (Unity)
6. Text-Based Spelling or Writing Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•No voice output
•Usually homemade
•Format depends on the person's symbol use and motor skills Correct Answer: Simple Communication
Boards or Books
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Use digitized speech
o Digitized speech - person's recorded voice
o Synthesized speech - computer-generated speech
•Can record one message for each key/button on the device
•Variety of sizes and styles Correct Answer: Simple and/or Low-Cost Single-Level Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Voice is digitized but may be synthesized
•Can store multiple levels/pages/layers of messages
, •Levels/pages/layers are paper overlays inserted into the device - have to change the overlay when
changing the level so the symbols match the recording
•Variety of sizes and styles Correct Answer: Leveling or Layering Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output
•Usually have synthesized speech
•Similar to a leveling device but the levels are all electronic
•These devices use touch screen technology - levels change automatically Correct Answer: Dynamic
Display Devices
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output (usually synthesized)
•Use a limited number of symbols that stay in a consistent location - based on the idea of motor
planning
•Symbols represent words/concepts
•The user sequences the symbols to make various combos of words/phrases Correct Answer: Icon
Sequencing/Semantic Compaction/Minspeak Devices (Unity)
*AAC aid category:*
•Have voice output that's almost always synthesized
•Uses keyboard format with either a qwerty layout or customized layout
•For people whose literacy skills allow their communication needs to be met through text without
picture symbols
•May use rate enhancement techniques Correct Answer: Text-Based Spelling or Writing Devices
Why adapt toys/activities for play/leisure? Correct Answer: • Promotes independence and participation
• Builds self-esteem
• Play is a child's work
• Leisure activities are an integral part of the lives of adolescents and adults
• Makes activities accessible motorically and cognitively
• Provides a means and opportunity for interaction
• Allows patient to be active participant vs. passive observer
• Build on existing abilities
How can you stabilize toys? Correct Answer: o Dycem or shelf liner
o Velcro or Dual-Lock (Duo-Lock)
In what ways can toys be adapted? Correct Answer: • Enlarge
• Texture
• Change the position of the toy/appliance
• Switches (if other adaptations are not enough, try switch adapting)
*Adaptation methods which includes:*
o Find larger parts/pieces, toys/appliances
o Add foam, padding, knobs, handles, etc. Correct Answer: enlarge
*Adaptation methods which includes:*
