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  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Linguistic Diversity
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • High-tech AAC systems are crucial for individuals with communication impairments.
  • Limited research exists on how AAC systems support language variation in diverse populations.
  • Understanding multilingualism support in AAC is essential for equitable access.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate how AAC device manufacturers address language variation and multilingualism.
  • To compare modification availability between dedicated AAC devices and tablet applications.
  • To assess the extent of user-modifiable features across language domains.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a coding schema to evaluate modification features in AAC language files.
  • Analyzed four language domains: semantics, morphosyntax, phonology, and pragmatics.
  • Compared dedicated devices versus tablet applications for modification capabilities.

Main Results:

  • Modifications were more feasible in semantics and phonology.
  • No significant differences were found between dedicated devices and tablet apps.
  • Significant variations existed in modification capabilities and programming ease, but not family resources.

Conclusions:

  • AAC manufacturers are in the early stages of supporting culturally and linguistically diverse users.
  • Further development is needed to enhance language accommodation in AAC systems.
  • Addressing language variation is critical for inclusive AAC technology.