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AAC 101: A crash course for beginners

1. Message From the Author– Michael B. Williams introduces the topic by giving an amusing personal perspective on the field of AAC.

2. AAC 101 A Crash Course for Beginners – This section supplies some information about graphic symbols, displays, gestures, signs and other issues that lead to AAC success.

3. How do you say hamburger in AAC?– Captures the experience of trying to get a hamburger in a restaurant using AAC.

4. Time to get in the mix– Addresses the human need for communication and encourages individuals to "get in the mix."

5. A review of Stephen Hawking’s latest book– Reviews Black Holes and Baby Universes and discusses the impacts that Hawking has made.

6. Children speak their minds– Reports what children say about their low-tech communication systems.

7. Sources – Lists articles and other resources used in preparing the issue.

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