The role of the temporal sequences in the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems for the Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract

The Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems (AAC) represent a promising integration for more effective models of special education specifically developed for the special educational needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In this paper the historical foundations of the approach are presented, and its implications on the promotion of functional spontaneous communication skills based on the temporal sequences approach are discussed.

Keywords

• augmentative and alternative communication
• autism spectrum disorders
• special education
• developmental disabilities
• inclusion