June 5, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
Individuals with strong language and literacy skills often prefer text-based AAC tools rather than those that use picture symbols. In today’s featured video, we learn about the options from AT Specialists Elizabeth Barry and Jacqueline Wilkie from the Simon Technology Center at the Pacer Center in Minnesota. In this presentation, they discuss some of the important features and issues to consider in helping AAC users select a text-based AAC app. Both free and paid apps are included in their review. You can download the handout for this session here. Many thanks to Elizabeth, Jackie, and the Simon Technology Center for this helpful webinar. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZUxrsnta4M&ab_channel=SimonTechnologyCenter
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May 29, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for information on how to use Acapela My-Own-Voice? Today’s featured video was made by the Jay S Fishman ALS Augmentative Communication Program at Boston Children’s Hospital. We are grateful to them for providing this helpful video. You can view additional presentations on this topic here. Direct Link to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO-qbylvKAc&ab_channel=JaySFishmanALSAugComProgram
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May 22, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
Michaela Sullivan and Lindsay Dougherty have some exciting things planned for June. Their video preview gives a heads-up of what’s to come and recaps some intervention tips. Take a look. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjvxWUYIXRk&ab_channel=SchoolYearofCore
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May 15, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
In recognition of ALS Awareness Month, today’s video features several individuals living with ALS who tell us about their experiences with eyegaze for communication, computer access, and more. Many thanks to the panelists and to the organization I Am ALS for this insightful presentation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8Ui8woBzcU&ab_channel=IAMALS
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May 8, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
How can we effectively support students with challenging behaviors and complex communication needs? In today’s featured video, we learn from SLP and AT Specialist Keri Huddleston who shares ideas and resources to foster positive interactions, reduce frustration, and improve the learning environment. You can access the handouts for this session here. This is an archived presentation hosted by ECHO Voices of the Oregon Technology Access Program (OTAP). We are grateful to OTAP and the to Keri, the presenter, for this helpful presentation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GoiaXxO4bc&ab_channel=OTAP-RSOI
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May 1, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
When individuals need switches for alternative access, the process of selecting which switch to use can be complex. In today’s featured video, we learn about the process used by the team at Colorado’s Statewide AT and AAC Program. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvRjL80wsXA&ab_channel=SWAAAC
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April 24, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
How can teachers incorporate robust AAC use during shared reading lessons? AAC SLP Vicki Clarke of Dynamic Therapy Associates has some helpful thoughts and tips. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSHCvO9OFhQ&ab_channel=VickiClarke%26AACChicksatDTASchools
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April 17, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
In today’s featured video, we hear from Michaela Sullivan and Lindsay Dougherty as they give us a sneak peek of what is in store for the activities that correspond to the May words in the Year of Core Vocabulary Words for older students. Take a look. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzgo36TKf1c
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April 10, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for a tool to boost self-determination and supported decision-making? Today, we learn about a very helpful tool, Talking Mats, from Speech Language Therapist Fin O’Driscol. In the featured video, she discusses how Talking Mats are used at the Pace School in the UK. Many thanks to Fin and The Pace Centre for this informative video. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxnRaWiFOGY&ab_channel=ThePACECentre
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April 3, 2024
by Carole Zangari -
As we age, our communication needs often change. In today’s featured video, AAC advocate Anthony Arnold shares his thoughts on this with John Halloran of the Center for AAC and Autism. Many thanks to Anthony and John for this insightful conversation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zdEPgoC_DI&ab_channel=CenterforAACandAutism
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