Telepractice-Supported Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention: A Systematic Review
Saved in:
| Title: | Telepractice-Supported Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention: A Systematic Review |
|---|---|
| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Jessica Simacek (ORCID |
| Source: | Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities. 2026 41(2):102-116. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications and Hammill Institute on Disabilities. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Sponsoring Agency: | Institute of Education Sciences (ED) |
| Contract Number: | R324A180110 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Information Analyses |
| Descriptors: | Literature Reviews, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Students with Disabilities, Intervention, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Assistive Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Videoconferencing, Access to Health Care, Telecommunications, Preschool Children, Children, Adolescents, Special Needs Students, Communication (Thought Transfer), Barriers |
| DOI: | 10.1177/10883576251376319 |
| ISSN: | 1088-3576 1538-4829 |
| Abstract: | Children with autism spectrum disorder and/or with intellectual disabilities (IDD) who experience complex communication needs often benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention. Given shortages, access to professionals with expertise in AAC instruction can prove difficult. Telepractice may help to connect more specialists to children and practitioners or families who can implement AAC interventions with guidance. As both AAC technology and telehealth rapidly advance, the evidence base has struggled to keep pace. This systematic review answers questions related to the use of telepractice in intervention for AAC. Data to be reported were gleaned from a comprehensive meta-analysis on AAC and intervention for preschool and school-age children on the autism spectrum and/or with IDD. In the current systematic review, eight studies were identified, representing 22 participants, that met inclusion criteria. Synthesized findings across telepractice methodologies, participant characteristics, intervention parameters, including intervention intensity, and methodological quality are reported. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| IES Funded: | Yes |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1503863 |
| Database: | ERIC |
|
Full text is not displayed to guests.
Login for full access.
|
|
| Abstract: | Children with autism spectrum disorder and/or with intellectual disabilities (IDD) who experience complex communication needs often benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention. Given shortages, access to professionals with expertise in AAC instruction can prove difficult. Telepractice may help to connect more specialists to children and practitioners or families who can implement AAC interventions with guidance. As both AAC technology and telehealth rapidly advance, the evidence base has struggled to keep pace. This systematic review answers questions related to the use of telepractice in intervention for AAC. Data to be reported were gleaned from a comprehensive meta-analysis on AAC and intervention for preschool and school-age children on the autism spectrum and/or with IDD. In the current systematic review, eight studies were identified, representing 22 participants, that met inclusion criteria. Synthesized findings across telepractice methodologies, participant characteristics, intervention parameters, including intervention intensity, and methodological quality are reported. |
|---|---|
| ISSN: | 1088-3576 1538-4829 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/10883576251376319 |
