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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
Symbol Hierarchy Objects Object Symbols Facsimiles – photographs True object based icons (TOBI) Line drawings ▪ Colored ▪ Black and white Words Concrete Abstract
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