Level 1 - Fundamentals of AAC
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Glossary items will continue to be added over time. The list will include vocabulary linked to Assistive Technology, Speech, Language, Literacy and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
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level of 
When you start with one or two pictures of objects,
or simple choices with 
In this case the 
These devices tend to be battery operated and can be used
for simple messages. In the main image at the top of this topic, you can see two girls with a single 
You may not find some are available in your country, but it is learning about the types of device rather than the actual make that is important. Understanding the features available will be important when thinking about which device is most suitable for a child at a certain time for the tasks they need to undertake whilst planning to progress from one device to another in the future.
High tech systems depend on mains power and batteries.
They may be known as