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Bilingual (English/Spanish) AAC Vocabulary Solutions from PRC-Saltillo

October 29 @ 10:00 am11:00 am EDT

Session ID: 1050

 

Objectives:

1. Show the location of five bilingual (English/Spanish) vocabulary files available on PRC-Saltillo devices.

2. Describe the layout and structures of our bilingual (English/Spanish) vocabularies and how they may best meet the needs for individuals who need robust Spanish language/communication AAC.

3. Define 3 key features within our bilingual (English/Spanish) vocabularies that can be used as a teaching tool or support for therapists and families.

 

Moderator: Michelle Phillippy

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Date:
October 29
Time:
10:00 am – 11:00 am EDT
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Abstract

As our field continues to grow, so does the need to provide necessary vocabulary solutions to individuals with complex communication.  For monolingual as well as bilingual SLPs, it is important to consider the options of communication devices and software which provide solutions to best fit their client’s communication needs. Bilingual communication systems continue to grow as we learn more about language development and the cultural needs of those we serve. Recent interviews with bilingual speech-language pathologists reveal system features which are important for their clients to have access to including: a robust language in both languages, capacity for code-switching between languages seamlessly. Culturally relevant symbols and vocabulary. Finally, voice synthesizers that handle pronunciation accurately in both languages.

This presentation will provide an overview of the PRC-Saltillo bilingual (English/Spanish) solutions, including  Dialogue Essence in Spanish®, UNIDAD®, LAMP Words for Life English/Spanish® and WordPower Español® MultiChat 15 Spanish/Bilingual® and Afasia®.