August 23, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Play is not only the ‘work’ of childhood but also a powerful vehicle for the development of communication and literacy skills. In today’s featured video, Kelly Fonner and Donna McNear share a wealth of ideas for how to use pretend play to maximize AAC learning. This session was originally presented at the 2023 AAC in the Cloud Conference hosted by CoughDrop. You can obtain the handout for this presentation here. Many thanks to Kelly, Donna and the CoughDrop conference team for making this recorded presentation available. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWGXaDrHImE&ab_channel=CoughDrop —
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August 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for ways to engage AAC learners with digital resources? Today, we learn from Shannon Archer about ways to use Boom Cards to address specific goals or as part of an engaging activity for AAC practice. Enjoy! Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hicEG5p68EA&ab_channel=BoomCardsbyBoomLearning
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August 9, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
How can we mobilize the power of play for AAC learning? In today’s featured video, Forbes AAC’s Katie Threlkeld shares her experiences and ideas. Many thanks to Katie and Forbes AAC for this presentation. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGN0zd-4UZU&ab_channel=ForbesAAC
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August 2, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for ideas on how to support AAC learning with fun, engaging activities? In today’s featured video, Beth Waite LeFevre and Emily Cunningham from PRC Saltillo discuss activities to help AAC communicators use their SGD, AAC app, or communication boards. Many thanks to Beth, Emily, and the team at PRC Saltillo for this helpful webinar. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nmqh-jijqw&ab_channel=Saltillo
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July 26, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Aided language input is an important AAC facilitation strategy. In today’s featured video, we learn about using this evidence-based strategy from Tanna Neufeld of Summit AAC and Autism Support. Originally presented for the 2023 AAC in the Cloud Conference, this presentation addresses some of the stumbling blocks to effective implementation. You can obtain the handout for that session here. Many thanks to Tanna and the CoughDrop conference team for making this recorded presentation available. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojUcZBM2CgI&ab_channel=CoughDrop
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July 12, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
When it comes to inspiring families to incorporate AAC into daily life, there’s nothing better than hearing from those who’ve already taken steps in that direction. Today, we view an archived presentation from the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin by Megan Hufton. Join us as we learn about her experience in utilizing visual supports and building an AAC-friendly environment for her children. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BD4h-xze_I&ab_channel=AutismSocietyofSouthCentralWisconsin
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July 5, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
AAC and AT Specialist Lauren Enders Gonzales is always leading the way when it comes to creative AAC solutions. Today, we learn from her presentation at AAC in the Cloud on using the popular website Canva to support AAC learners. Many thanks to Lauren and the team at CoughDrop (the conference organizers) for this engaging session. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvC9THp1mCE&ab_channel=CoughDrop
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June 28, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Humans are social creatures, but when learning to use AAC it can be challenging to connect with others in the ways you want to. In today’s featured video, AAC and AT Specialist Lauren Enders Gonzales shares ideas for supporting social connections in learners. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW2lPpo4eoM&list=PLCkBP2csbOsstD9Wga4bgj-ZK0-zcRLkr&index=4&ab_channel=PaTTAN
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June 21, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
How can we leverage the power of our communities to support AAC access and acceptance? In today’s featured video, SLP and AAC/AT specialist Sara Ware shares ideas for how to improve AAC implementation by partnering with community members. This recording is part of the AAC in the Cloud conference sponsored by CoughDrop. You can learn more about that here. Thanks to CoughDrop for this fine conference and to Sara for this helpful presentation. You can access the handouts for this session with this link. Direct link to video –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8l2emLdSUWU&ab_channel=CoughDrop
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June 7, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
After a new SGD arrives, attention shifts to helping the AAC user integrate it into daily life. Shannon Archer discusses how having an AAC implementation plan can promote communication and language learning in today’s featured video. This session was originally presented at AAC in the Cloud, a free online conference organized by Coughdrop. Many thanks to Shannon and the CoughDrop team that puts on the AAC in the Cloud Conference each June for this helpful presentation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYZNEjwF-G4&ab_channel=CoughDrop
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