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Goals
The goals for this project are to:
- Identify key barriers and supports to telework for AAC users.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of a model telework demonstration project in conjunction with industry and government partners.
- Investigate the impact of web-based resource materials on the willingness of employers to hire individuals who use AAC.
Progress to Date
To date we have completed the following task on this project:
- We have gathered information from individuals who use AAC and are participating in telework employment activities.
- We have identified key benefits, drawbacks, supports, and barriers to telework activities.
Next Steps
The next steps on this projects are as follows
- Continue to gather information on key supports to telework in partnership with individuals who use AAC and business partners.
- Investigate the impact of web-based resource materials on the willingness of employers to hire individuals who use AAC.
Webcasts
Supporting successful transition for individuals who use AAC
A free webcast to support parents and educational professionals in working with individuals who use AAC.
Publications
McNaughton, D., & Bryen, D. N. (2007). AAC technologies to enhance participation and access to meaningful societal roles for adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities who require AAC. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 23, 217-229
McNaughton, D., Symons, G., Light, J., & Parsons, A. (2006). " My dream was to pay taxes": The self-employment experiences of individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 25, 181-196.
Presentations
Rackensperger, T., Arnold, A., McNaughton, D., Baker, C., & Dorn, D. (2005). Telework for Individuals Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
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