Functionality of Two Modes of Communication in the Community by Students with Developmental Disabilities: A Comparison of Signing and Communication Books

This study examined empirically the functionality of sign language and iconic communication book symbols in community settings. Subjects were two adolescent students with autism. Results demonstrated successful communication by the students with communication books but not with signs. (Author/JDD)

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Published in:	Journal of the Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps (JASH) Vol. 14; no. 3; p. 227
Main Author:	Rotholz, David A
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	1989
Subjects:	Adolescents Autism Communication Aids (for Disabled) Communication Books Comparative Analysis Developmental Disabilities Experiential Learning Interpersonal Communication Pictorial Stimuli Sign Language
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Summary:	This study examined empirically the functionality of sign language and iconic communication book symbols in community settings. Subjects were two adolescent students with autism. Results demonstrated successful communication by the students with communication books but not with signs. (Author/JDD)