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...
Core Vocabulary: AAC Foundation Core vocabulary comprises the top 100-300 words used across languages and contexts, forming the basis for most programs and applications in AAC devices (from low to high tech). However, it’s essential to remember that an...
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...
Having fun with YouTube and AAC I am always exploring fun and naturalistic ways to model and teach language and AAC use. A few moons ago (ok about 12-13 years), I was introduced to using YouTube videos for expanding utterances with AAC. My kids were so engaged and we...
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...
WANT and Communication WANT a four-letter word! So that got your attention. I feel that WANT is one of the most overused words in AAC and speech therapy. I would like to take a moment to get you thinking about WANT! Let’s think about want and functional early...
In my CFY year, I worked in a classroom with individuals that were minimally verbal to nonverbal. At the time, at least 8 out of 12 of my students had some communication device. I took most of these AAC devices out of the box for the first time and figured out how...
