I Just Want to Be Heard: An Analysis of the Concerns of Parents Who Have Children Using High-Tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices

Authors

Gina Marissa Pirolozzi, The College of Wooster

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate specific concerns of parents who have children using high-tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices. Specifically, I will investigate parental concerns related to the AAC device, including training, resources of time and money, and integration of the device into the community and school setting. The researcher will also study parental concerns concerning the two professionals working most with their children: teachers and speech-language pathologists.

Advisor

Furey, Joan

Department

Communication Studies

Recommended Citation

Pirolozzi, Gina Marissa, "I Just Want to Be Heard: An Analysis of the Concerns of Parents Who Have Children Using High-Tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices" (2013). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 1020.
https://openworks.wooster.edu/independentstudy/1020

Disciplines

Speech Pathology and Audiology

Keywords

aac, speech, devices

Publication Date

2013

Degree Granted

Bachelor of Arts

Document Type

Senior Independent Study Thesis