Modeling is an effective strategy that can be used by Speech-language pathologists (SLPs), educators, and family members to support an AAC users communication growth. AAC or augmentative and alternative communication are tools such as a communication book or a voice...
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is an invaluable tool to support communication. However, getting an AAC team on board can be a challenge, particularly when it comes to getting all members including SLPs, educators, and families to implement AAC...
Core vocabulary consists of the top 100-300 words used across languages and contexts. It is the bases of most of the programs and applications used on AAC devices (from low to high tech). But this does not mean that the AAC device or program it is ready “out...
Surfing and AAC! I know what you are thinking? What could surfing or AAC or augmentative and alternative communication implementation have in common? Just WAIT and I will share what surfing can teach us about AAC intervention. Waiting for the wave So I was out...
In my post on functional core vocabulary, I shared the importance of your vocabulary choices for your child (student/client). This post will discuss and show examples of a starter page for core vocabulary. I will show pictures of starter pages using Proloquo2go and TD...
What is an implementation plan? An Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) implementation plan is a comprehensive document that outlines the communication goals and objectives of an individual who requires and/or uses AAC. This document serves as a lesson...
Have you seen some amazing dogs on Instagram who use buttons to talk? Me too, and it is so amazing. I am an SLP that is passionate about AAC and supporting communication. Did you notice I said communicate and not talk? In a world where most of us communicate via...
Convention Light Bulbs Echolalia This year was my first year to attend our 2017 ASHA convention in Los Angeles. While I had been able to participate in the Texas conventions in the past (looking forward to CSHA next year), I hadn’t been able to go to ASHA. So...
Stepping Out of MY Box It can be scary to step out of your box. I will admit that there have been times that it has stopped me from saying or doing things that I wanted to do. One of my goals this year is to step out of my protective box. To share my knowledge,...
