ECED-FLN Glossary

Browse and search key Early Childhood Education & Development and Foundational Learning terms, drawn from initiatives across Africa.

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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

A diverse set of tools, systems, and strategies that supplement or replace spoken language to enable children and individuals with speech, language, or physical impairments to communicate effectively.

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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation process that identifies the specific communication needs, functional abilities, and environmental barriers of individuals with speech or physical disabilities to determine appropriate non-verbal communication supports and technologies.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

A neurodevelopmental condition characterized by diverse differences in social communication, interaction, and sensory processing, requiring inclusive, differentiated, and individualized instructional support in early childhood learning environments.

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