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Data Collection Form for Early AAC Users

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

AACLanguage Development

References:

  • Drager, K., Light, J., & McNaughton, D. (2010). Effects of AAC interventions on communication and language for young children with complex communication needs. Journal of pediatric rehabilitation medicine, 3(4), 303-310.
  • Light, J., & McNaughton, D. (2012). Supporting the communication, language, and literacy development of children with complex communication needs: State of the science and future research priorities. Assistive technology, 24(1), 34-44.

Data collection during early AAC introduction is vital in supporting language acquisition as well as to help determine the most appropriate communication system. This form provides a comprehensive data form for providers to use when introducing AAC to early communicators. This printable clinical reference is for speech-language pathologists working with pediatric patients, covering AAC and Language Development. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How can I collect structured data for early AAC users across environments?
  • What data points should I track when monitoring AAC use in therapy and daily contexts?

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