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...
I wanted to share a copy of an AAC implementation plan that I recently created for a student that uses an AAC device. This plan is for a student using an eye gaze device, but the plan/shell is applicable for any type of AAC. I recently started working with the campus...
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,...
Egg-citing Speech Therapy Activity I am excited to share with you an eggciting therapy activity. This idea came from some colleagues of mine in San Diego. I love this activity and all its implications. Supplies for this speech activity: plastic eggs egg carton small...
Core Language The core language was created using the most widely used words by developing children. Core language lists contain the first 100, 200, and 300 most widely used words by typically developing children. Most AAC programs are based on a core vocabulary...
