Pecs

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This YouTube video displays the use of "PECS" which is a communication system for individuals who are non-verbal, have Autism or Down Syndrome. I believe that this video is beneficial to our class because it describes and visually shows examples of the six sequential phases and how to effectively implement them.

These include:

Phase 1 - ‘How to Communicate’

Phase 2 - ‘Distance and Persistence’

Phase 3 - 'Picture Discrimination'

Phase 4 - 'Sentence Structure'

Phase 5 - 'Answering Questions'

Phase 6 - 'Commenting'

In my opinion, "PECS" is considered Assistive Technology because it gives non-verbal individuals a way of communicating their needs and wants with others.