InterAACt Page Set
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The Continuum of Communication Independence
The InterAACt page sets are built on the belief that the language system should be
appropriate for the age and skill level of the user. Because of this, InterAACt offers a variety of
page sets that support growing skill levels and age progression. They provide a continuum (or
sequence) of opportunities for users who may begin with a simple page set and eventually
move on to a more complex one.
Communication Skill Level & Page Content
In every age range, InterAACt provides page sets for three different skill levels:
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Functional (emergent)
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Situational (context-dependent)
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Creative (independent)
The organization, appearance, and content of each page set are specifically designed to meet
the needs of both the age range and the skill level of the intended user group.
The tables below describe the differences in the skill levels, as well as the structure and
content of the InterAACt pages sets developed for the skill level.
Functional (emergent)
Communication Skill Level
Page Set Structure
It is often difficult to know if functional
communicators actually understand their
partners.
Pages have fewer buttons.
They are beginning to communicate by
using a variety of forms, including
gestures, body language, facial
expressions, and a few simple and
easily-recognized symbols.
Pages focus on functional
communication and basic-level
information (fundamental to the current
activity).
The focus is on communicating basic
needs and beginning social interaction.
Pages rely on the use of visual scenes
and iconic/concrete symbols.
They often require assistance to help
narrow down choices or provide other
guidance.
Co-construction and facilitator navigation
are key page components.
They can relay a limited number of
messages in a small set of specific
contexts and routines.
Pages have content to support basic
social interactions.
The content was drawn from national
samples of the vocabulary of individuals
within the intended age range.
Pages include limited basic Quick Fires.
Vocabulary searches and picture
dictionaries support language structure
components.
Summary of Contents for Series 5
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