What is InterAACt?
InterAACt is the language framework used on all DynaVox devices that allows individuals
with speech and language disabilities to successfully communicate, develop high
level language skills and express themselves. InterAACt provides the messages needed
to say what you want, how you want and when you want! InterAACt uses familiar communication
environments that are natural. Many language systems provide the tools for basic
communication, but InterAACt provides everything you need for complete communication
and self-expression.
How does InterAACt work on DynaWrite 2.0?
The InterAACt framework strives to provide the appropriate vocabulary for individuals who are independent communicators with existing literacy skills who prefer a keyboard-based device. Independent communicators have very unique needs. InterAACt on DynaWrite 2.0 enables successful communication by ensuring that independent communicators have the tools they need to communicate quickly and efficiently, say exactly what they want to say, communicate with flexibility at any time and stay connected.
What are the key factors that drive InterAACt on DynaWrite 2.0?
1. Age Relevance
Regardless of age, DynaWrite 2.0 gives users with existing literacy skills the tools they need to speak their minds. Simply type the words that you want to say to speak your mind. Your words give relevance to what is said.
DynaWrite 2.0 offers keyboard based communication for:
- Children ages 7 - 13
- Teenagers ages 14 - 21
- Young Adults ages 22 - 50
- Adults ages 50+
2. Communication Environment
Communication environments are the everyday situations where interaction with others can occur. InterAACt on DynaWrite 2.0 provides the ability to communicate in virtually every environment by typing and pressing the speak key to say what is on your mind.
3. Communication Ability
DynaWrite 2.0 was designed specifically for Independent communicators. The primary purpose of this device is to provide Independent communicators with functional communication.
An individual is an Independent communicator if they:
- Are literate
- Communicate independently on a variety of topics
- Communicate independently in a variety of settings
- Do not require symbol support to compose messages
If you would like to further explore the communication ability level of your client or loved one and to determine if DynaWrite 2.0 would be an appropriate match, complete the InterAACt guide.
Ultimate Communication Everyday
The power of InterAACt lies in the common elements that support continuity and progression across age and independence levels. InterAACt supports communication and language by maintaining these common elements in all page sets across the framework spectrum.
1. InterAACt is efficient.
InterAACt on DynaWrite 2.0 provides robust word prediction that encourage successful day-to-day interaction by making use of the individual's language patterns and predicting those words that are most likely to come after a letter or series of letters, or a word.
2. InterAACt is precise.
By allowing you to type exactly what is on your mind, DynaWrite 2.0 makes it easy to speak precisely what is on your mind.
3. InterAACt is organized.
Word prediction boxes consistently appear in the same place, making it easy for the user to see predicted words and make quick selections to reduce the amount of time needed to compose messages.
4. InterAACt can be customized.
The DynaWrite 2.0 dictionary is able to be customized. You can use InterAACt powerful word prediction engine to personalize your vocabulary choices. Personalization includes creating new single words, multiple word phrases, full sentences or names. Simply change your predicted words by adding these features to the DynaWrite user dictionary.
5. InterAACt provides connections to the world.
InterAACt offers environmental control pages to allow individuals to use their DynaWrite 2.0 to operate many household electronic appliances, while BeTheKey technology allows users to control Windows®-based computers wirelessly with their DynaWrite 2.0 and optional AccessIT IR module
All of the five common elements found within InterAACt work together to create a robust and complete communication system on DynaWrite 2.0. This multi-dimensional approach to communication on all DynaVox products ensures that individuals have the right words for the right situation and the right tools to develop new or maintain existing language and literacy skills.
If your client or loved one does not fall into the Independent communication ability level, DynaVox offers several other devices that might be a better match for their language and literacy levels. Please see information about the DynaVox Maestro, Vmax+, Xpress, M³ or Tango.