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Activity Steps

Description

Speech-Language Pathologists will learn how the complex communication needs of an individual with Down Syndrome (DS) were alleviated through use of a video visual scene display (VSD) approach. The program will explain complex communication needs for individuals with DS. Components of the VSDs will be identified. Greater understanding of how VSDs improve communication attempts will be gained through an explanation of 2 studies. These studies include a description of a personalized AAC intervention for a young adult with DS whose speech was frequently unintelligible.

Accreditation

This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs
(Intermediate Level, Professional Area).

Purpose of Activity

To gain knowledge about how the complex communication needs of an individual with Down Syndrome (DS) were alleviated through the use of a video visual scene display (VSD) approach.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Recognize complex communication needs for individuals with Down Syndrome (DS).
  2. Identify components of the video visual scene displays (VSDs).
  3. Summarize how VSDs improve communication attempts and can be utilized for future research.
Price: $15.00

Credits:

  • ASHA 0.1 CEU

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.

This course is offered for 0.10 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Levels, Professional Area).

Test Code: TLD3212
Published: Jul/Sep 2021
Expires: 7/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 4/5 (80%)
Authors: Salena Babb, Ph.D, BCBA-D; Sojung Jung, M.Ed; Ciara Ousley, M.S; David McNaughton, Ph.D; Janice Light, Ph.D
Specialties: Communication, Language, Speech