Speech Generating Device - Fundamentals and Applications
Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Summary
What Is Speech Generating Device Speech-generating devices (SGDs), also known as voice output communication aides, are electronic augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems designed to complement or substitute speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments, enabling them to vocally communicate. Another name for SGDs is voice output communication aids. SGDs are essential for individuals who have limited means of verbal engagement because they enable individuals to become active participants in communication interactions. Because of this, SGDs are significant for individuals who have limited means of verbal interaction. They are of great benefit to adults diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), but in recent years they have also been utilized for youngsters who have been diagnosed with expected speech deficits. How You Will Benefit (I) Insights, and validations about the following topics: Chapter 1: Speech generating device Chapter 2: Assistive technology Chapter 3: Augmentative and alternative communication Chapter 4: Computer accessibility Chapter 5: Screen reader Chapter 6: Speech and language impairment Chapter 7: Partner-assisted scanning Chapter 8: Semantic compaction Chapter 9: Switch access scanning Chapter 10: Lightwriter (II) Answering the public top questions about speech generating device. (III) Real world examples for the usage of speech generating device in many fields. (IV) 17 appendices to explain, briefly, 266 emerging technologies in each industry to have 360-degree full understanding of speech generating device' technologies. Who This Book Is For Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of speech generating device.
Available since: 07/04/2023.
Print length: 87 pages.
