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Structured Classroom Series:Visual Supports

What Visuals Do You Use?

Would you use the right one?

Prepare the child for the situation and the situation for the child.

Durable

Easily Recognized

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Accessible

PCS, PECS and VS Picture Communication Symbols (PCS)

Symbols in the Boardmaker software program

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) A communication program designed to develop functional

communication skills in students. This is a multi-stage program. It is designed primarily for students who are not initiating communication or approaching their communication partners.

Visual Strategies/Supports Any visuals (pictures, photos, objects, words) used to support

students to increase their understanding of what is being said and what is expected

Visual Support Hierarchy

Symbol Hierarchy Objects Object Symbols Facsimiles –

photographs True object

based icons (TOBI)

Line drawings▪ Colored▪ Black and white

Words

Concrete

Abstract

Tricks and Tips

Display

Protect

Out & About

Organize