March 4, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
Want to learn more about using AAC with young children? That is the topic for today’s video, presented by Dr. Rae Sonnenmeier of the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire. She discusses key issues and reviews a 5-step process for helping the little ones develop communication through AAC. https://vimeo.com/91725812
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: early intervention, intervention, young children
February 25, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
Educational specialist Susan Norwell and OT Judy Lariviere provide a wealth of information on going beyond yes/no and choicemaking to build real communication in girls affected by Rett Syndrome. Thanks to the Rett Syndrome organization for making this video available.
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: Judy Lariviere, Rett syndrome, Susan Norwell
February 18, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
We love seeing AAC in action, especially when we get the chance to peek into a therapy session. Take a look!
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: access, headpointer, intervention, therapy
February 11, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
How can we integrate technology into the instruction of students with vision impairments and multiple disabilities? Nathalie de Wit, Lead Teacher at the Perkins School for the Blind Lower School has lots of ideas. Alternate: http://www.pathstoliteracy.org/resources/assistive-technology-ideas-students-multiple-disabilities-and-visual-impairments
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: Perkins, tactile symbols
January 28, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
Many learners need a break in order to complete a task or participate in activities. Implementing the break strategy, however, isn’t always as simple as it seems in our textbooks. In this video, Rob Haupt troubleshoots a common issue that sometimes arises.
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: break strategy, Rob Haupt
January 21, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
We return to the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire to learn about ways to support beginning communicators. In this video, Dr. Rae Sonnenmeier discusses ways to create communication opportunities, research evidence for key intervention practices, and strategies that communication facilitators can use to support AAC learners at home, in school, and in the community.
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: beginning communicator, emerging communicator, Rae Sonnenmeier
January 14, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
Everyone knows that when it comes to skill development for students with significant disabilities, it’s important to provide a great deal of practice. Making that happen, however, can be challenging, particularly as students get older. Take a look at these ideas shared by the Provisional Inclusion Outreach Program of British Columbia Minstry of Education. Quick Time Required: http://www.pisp.ca/video/videos/High%20School%20Participation.mov
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: AT, British Columbia, classroom, inclusion, older learners, older students, significant disabilities
January 7, 2015
by Carole Zangari -
As they move beyond the primary school years, AAC learners sometimes need help making and maintaining friendships. This video has some helpful tips.
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Tagged With: friendship
December 28, 2014
by Carole Zangari -
“Behavior is communication.” We’ve all heard it, but knowing what to do help a learner communicate effectively in less stressful, more socially appropriate ways is a complex issue that is best addressed through teamwork and collaboration. In this video, Rob Haupt shares some basic thoughts on Functional Communication Teaching from an ABA perspectivie.
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: Challenging Behavior, FCT, Rob Haupt
December 21, 2014
by Carole Zangari -
How do you incorporate aided language input while reading books? There are lots of ways to do it. Here’s one of them.
Filed under: Video of the Week
Tagged With: aided language input, aided language stimulation, book reading, Communicare, reading