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Early Intervention and AAC: What a Difference 30 Years Makes.

MaryAnn Romski¹, Rose A Sevcik, Andrea Barton-Hulsey

¹Department of Communication, Georgia State University , Atlanta , Georgia.

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This review examines early intervention and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) over 30 years. It synthesizes evidence for young children, offering practice and research insights.

Keywords:

Assistive technology Augmentative and alternative communication Autism Early intervention Intellectual and developmental disabilities

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Speech and Language Pathology
Developmental Pediatrics
Special Education

Background:

The journal Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) was founded in 1985.
Early intervention services are crucial for children aged 0-6 years.
Global perspectives on early intervention are considered.

Observation:

This article reviews the evidence base for AAC and early intervention.
The review covers a 30-year period from 1985 to the present.
Focus is on young children from birth to 6 years of age.

Findings:

A synthesis of the evidence base in AAC and early intervention is provided.
Key issues pertaining to the target age group are discussed.
The global context of early intervention is explored.

Implications:

Provides implications for clinical practice in early intervention and AAC.
Identifies future research directions in the field.
Highlights the importance of evidence-based practices for young children.