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OHOA Module: Progressing from Non-symbolic to Symbolic Communication and Complex Language

Learning Activity 2: Communication from the Deaf-Blindness Perspective



Time to complete: 1.5 hours

Tasks

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Takeaway

Progressing from non-symbolic to symbolic communication is a complex process for students who are deaf-blind. They require responsive communication partners and a great deal of assistance to achieve symbolic communication.