Holyfield, C., Pope, L., Light, J., Fager, S., Jakobs, E., Koester, H., & McNaughton, D. (January 26-29, 2022). RERC on AAC: Progress on research, development, and training activities. [Conference session]. Assistive Technology Industry Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL and virtual.
AAC has the potential to enhance communication and increase participation for the more than 5 million Americans who have severe disabilities resulting in complex communication needs. This presentation provides an overview of research, development, training, and dissemination activities conducted by the RERC on AAC to advance knowledge and improve outcomes for these individuals.
Three research and three development projects are being conducted to help advance knowledge, enhance participation, and improve AAC technology solutions.
Five training projects are being conducted to increase the knowledge of consumers, service providers, researchers, technology developers, and policy makers. Dissemination is being conducted to reach all stakeholder groups and bridge the gap between research and practice.
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