Information Package / Course Catalogue
Alternative Communication Methods For Autism Spectrum Disorders
Course Code: ÖZE300
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

The aim of the course is to learn what communication is and the elements of communication. To learn the language and communication characteristics of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Learn about alternative communication methods.

Course Content

Communication and its components, Communication properties and problems of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Receptive language problems, Expressive language problems, Alternative communication systems, Technology-free, Low-tech and high-tech communication methods, Sign systems, Visual support systems, Communication folder, Communication board, Blackboard, Alternative communication systems, Visual charts, Object matching, Picture used and/or written activity charts.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Lec. Ceyhun SERVİ
Learning Outcomes
1.Will know components of communication and possible communication problems
2.Will know the knowledge of communication problems of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
3.Determine the requirements to eliminate communication problems.
4.Will gain information about alternative communication methods which technology free, low –tech and high-tech methods
5.Will be enable to prepare PECS and will be enable to use PECS
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Gürgür, H ve Büyükköse, D. (2025) Özel gereksinimli çocuklarda dil ve iletişim becerilerinin desteklenmesi. Vize Akademik Yayıncılık.
2.Dil ve kavram gelişimi ed. Seyhun Topbaş, Kök yayıncılık
3.Romski, M., & Sevcik, R. A. (2005). Augmentative communication and early intervention: Myths and realities. Infants & Young Children, 18(3), 174-185. (Anılan kaynak sorumlu öğretim üyesi tarafından Türkçeye çevrilecektir.)
4.Ganz, J. B., Earles-Vollrath, T. L., Heath, A. K., Parker, R. I., Rispoli, M. J., & Duran, J. B. (2012). A meta-analysis of single case research studies on aided augmentative and alternative communication systems with individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 42(1), 60-74. ((Anılan kaynak sorumlu öğretim üyesi tarafından Türkçeye çevrilecektir.))
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
What is the definition of communication and the elements of communication and what are the disruptions in communication?
Week 2 - Theoretical
Language and communication properties of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Week 3 - Theoretical
Characteristics of alternative communication methods
Week 4 - Theoretical
False beliefs about the use of alternative communication methods
Week 5 - Theoretical
Technology-free alternative communication methods
Week 6 - Theoretical
Low-tech required alternative communication methods (Midterm Exam)
Week 7 - Theoretical
High-tech required alternative communication methods.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Effects of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems on Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Week 9 - Theoretical
History and Definition of Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
Week 10 - Theoretical
Phases of PECS and preparing PECS
Week 11 - Theoretical
Development of AAC-based solutions for the given case example (Final project)
Week 12 - Theoretical
Development of AAC-based solutions for the given case example (Final project)
Week 13 - Theoretical
Development of AAC-based solutions for the given case example (Final project)
Week 14 - Theoretical
Development of AAC-based solutions for the given case example (Final project)
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Assignment63230
Midterm Examination19110
Final Examination117118
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026