Abstract
Purpose: The currently existing Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) technologies have limitations to produce the best communication rehabilitation outcomes and therefore a better solution is needed.Method: In this work, a mobile AAC app was developed based on results from research studies. Sophisticated AAC language programming, embedded training materials, and real-time communication performance reporting were integrated into the app. Two groups of study participants were recruited to participate a usability study and a preliminary feasibility study for the purpose of evaluating this mobile AAC app, respectively.Results: A tablet-based AAC app was developed to support communication rehabilitation. User studies of the app were conducted and included able-bodied individuals and people with verbal communication disabilities. All study participants agreed that the app establishes a usable alternative treatment protocol for communication rehabilitation.Conclusions: The app’s integrated features have great potential to maximize users’ communication effectiveness, enhance language skills, and ultimately improve users’ quality of life.Implications for rehabilitationWe have developed and evaluated an integrated mobile AAC language-based app.This tablet-based app integrated AAC with embedded trainings and real-time performance report.
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