Alternatives in Autism: Perspectives on Typing and Spelling Approaches for the Nonspeaking (Paperback)

Explore the powerful voices of nonspeaking autistic individuals through personal stories and advocacy. This book sheds light on the importance of communication access, inclusion, and educational support.

🔍 What’s Inside:

• ✨ 10 autistic self-advocates share their experiences using alternative communication methods such as
  Rapid Prompting Method (RPM) and Facilitated Communication (FC)

• 📖 Personal narratives that highlight both challenges 🎯 and triumphs 🏆 in education, self-expression, and community life

• 🧠 Discusses the controversies surrounding RPM and FC, while centering the voices of those who use them

• ♿ Emphasizes the need for disability rights, communication access 🔑, and respect for autonomy 🙌

• 📚 Ends with a practical guide for educators 🍎, offering best practices for supporting students who use
  letter boards or keyboards ⌨️ to communicate

🎁 Perfect for:

• Educators & school staff

• Disability advocates

• Speech-language professionals

• Families & allies of nonspeaking individuals

• Anyone interested in communication diversity and inclusion