There is a great deal of research on issues such as best practices in AAC, new ways of communicating with AAC, and how to best integrate new technology into AAC.
As you evaluate research, here are some questions you should ask yourself:
- Who is funding the research? Is it paid for by a company? Is it government funded but initiated by a company? Is it done completely independently?
- How many people were tested during research? Is that number statistically significant or is the research directional ?
- Is the research conducted with individuals who actually use AAC? Or is it (as is often the case) conducted with typical children who are using AAC for communication during the research. (Note: this was the case with recent NIH-funded research by Blink Twice.)
At Blink Twice, we welcome being a part of your research. To contact us, please write education@blink-twice.com.
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