Values, Practice, Science, and AAC

The evolution of evidence-based practice in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) has occurred via two different but related routes: the conventional research-to-practice route and the more common practice-to-research route. This article defines both routes with examples of each and discu...

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Published inResearch and practice for persons with severe disabilities Vol. 42; no. 1; pp. 33 - 41
Main Author Mirenda, Pat
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.03.2017
Subjects
Assistive Technology
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Educational Practices
Evidence Based Practice
Science Instruction
Teaching Methods
Technology Integration
Theory Practice Relationship
Values
Visual Aids
Visual Learning
evidence-based practice
AAC modeling
augmentative and alternative communication
visual screen displays
iPad/iPod
candidacy models
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Summary:The evolution of evidence-based practice in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) has occurred via two different but related routes: the conventional research-to-practice route and the more common practice-to-research route. This article defines both routes with examples of each and discusses potential problems that may arise when practice precedes research, with associated solutions.
ISSN:1540-7969
2169-2408
DOI:10.1177/1540796916661163