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Communication Alternatives in Autism

Perspectives on Typing and Spelling Approaches for the Nonspeaking

by Edlyn Vallejo Peña
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Ten autistic self-advocates share their experiences with alternative forms of communication such as rapid prompting method (RPM) and facilitated communication (FC), both highly controversial. Their narratives document the complexities that autistic individuals navigate—in both educational and community settings—when choosing to use approaches that utilize letter boards and keyboards. While the controversies remain—RPM requires further scientific study, and FC is subject to criticism about confirmation bias—these individuals share powerful stories in the context of aiming for disability rights. The book concludes with a chapter about best practices for educators, particularly for schools and colleges that have students who use these communication methods.

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    August 30, 2019

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      • ISBN: 9781476637136

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      • ISBN: 9781476637136
      • File size: 3436 KB

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    • English

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    • Library Journal

      October 1, 2019

      Everyone's voice deserves to be heard--regardless of communication methodology. Yet, often the communicant needs assistance. Two such forms of assisted communication are Facilitated Communication (FC), which involves physical support of the hand, wrist, arm, or shoulder to help individuals with pointing to letters or symbols, and Rapid Prompting Method (RPM), in which a facilitator points to letters or symbols rapidly while awaiting a yes response from the individual. There is considerable controversy surrounding both of these methods--how much of the communication is from the individual vs. the facilitator? In this collection of essays, ten adults with autism share their feelings on the ability to communicate. VERDICT While limited in its scope--it only discusses these two similar forms of communication methodology--this is nonetheless a valuable volume in that it gives those on the spectrum the opportunity to self-advocate for their own communication method.--Virginia Johnson, John Curtis P.L., Hanover, MA

      Copyright 2019 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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