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What
is MossTalk
Words?
MossTalk
Words is a computer program that focuses on strengthening
the understanding and production of single words
using a simple and intuitive, but adult-oriented,
interface.
Who
would benefit from using MossTalk Words?
- Individuals
with language impairments (i.e. aphasia) typically
acquired through stroke or head injury.
- Individuals
with learning disabilities and other cognitive
impairments.
- Speech-language
pathologists who need to efficiently select and
deliver therapy exercises and track results.
- Independent
home users who
would benefit from
hours
of practice in comprehending and producing words,
phrases and sentences.
How
is MossTalk Words organized?
- Multi-Modality
Matching Module — a series of exercises
to facilitate lexical comprehension and vocabulary
development (using pictures, spoken or printed
words).
- Cued
Naming Module — a series of exercises
to facilitate single word production (using a
hierarchy of spoken and written cues).
- Core
Vocabulary Module
— a series of matching and naming exercises
for the more severely impaired user, featuring
a restricted vocabulary of words with high functional
significance.
Each
of these modules can be accessed through user-friendly
interfaces.
What
are some of
MossTalk Words special
features?
- Vocabulary
of over 400 words
- Pre-established
hierarchy of exercises
in each module
- Customizable
to match a disability level
- User-friendly
interfaces
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Multi-modality cueing and feedback
- Automated
record keeping
- Natural
sounding speech
- Adult-oriented,
realistic photographs
- Accessibility
by touch screen or mouse
- Interesting,
attractive screen design and graphics
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