Using LAMP Sets in Unity and the Words Available in Each Set?
The LAMP (Language Acquisition through Motor Planning) vocabulary sets were designed specifically for individuals with autism who are just beginning to learn Unity. The words chosen for the LAMP sets reflect the words LAMP-trained clinicians typically teach first and represent a variety of communicative functions. These words can be used in various activities and settings throughout the day to allow for plenty of learning opportunities. They are easy to incorporate into sensory motor activities and/or can be reinforced with a visual response or reaction which is beneficial for teaching initial vocabulary to individuals with sensory needs and limited receptive vocabulary. There are several “opposites” in the sets. By teaching these together, the meaning of one word is enhanced by learning the meaning of its opposite. Do you want the “big” cookie or the “little” cookie?” Should we swing “fast” or “slow?” Let’s crawl “in” the box, then “out” of the box. Turn the video “on” or turn it “off.” “I” jump or “you” jump.
LAMP sets are developed as a convenience and guide for implementation but do not have to be used exactly as presented or at all. While most of the words below can be incorporated into many different activities, if there is vocabulary that would be more appropriate for the activity the individual is interested in, feel free to teach it within those natural opportunities. The LAMP sets are designed to be used during teaching opportunities; however, often an individual will learn vocabulary through independent exploration so it may be beneficial to turn Vocabulary Builder off when not providing direct instruction (unless the individual’s ability to access learned words deteriorates significantly when the full screen is available).
For more information about the LAMP method, see the Center for AAC and Autism www.AACandAutism.com.
Set 1: more stop go eat drink | Set 2: turn on off want my
| Set 3: big little get fast slow color
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Set 4: I you that play come look make | Set 5: in out need put open close | Set 6: please help hi thank you good-bye read feel |