About this Project
Training of a novel AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) for speech and language therapists
This project was originally a dissertaion project aimed at exploring the role of speech and language therapists in supporting access to speech recognition technology for people with dysarthria. Project Relate was chosen as the AAC the training designed for as it is portable, personalised and has little setup time compared to traditional AAC. After co-design with specialists and SLTs, the training is now presented on this website.
The Aim
This project aims at adding to the training in AT (Assistive technology) service provision part, considering the lack of adequate professional training for AT service providers that trains them on how to enable diverse users to benefit from useful AT. The project highlights the importance of case studies and objective introduction of the AAC in the training.
Acknowledgement
Giulia Barbareschi
Richard Cave
Catherine Holloway
This project is part of AT2030, a programme funded by UK Aid and led by the Global Disability Innovation Hub.
AT2030 will test ‘what works’ to improve access to AT and will invest £20m to support solutions to scale. With a focus on innovative products, new service models, and global capacity support, the programme will reach 9 million people directly and 6 million more indirectly to enable a lifetime of potential through life-changing assistive technology.