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January 26, 2022
by Carole Zangari -
There are lots of simple things that we can do to make interacting with AAC users interesting, fun, and respectful. In today’s featured video, Clare McGuire and her friends share some tips. A student at Martinsville High School in Indiana, Clare partnered with the Patins Project to create this video as part of her community service. Many thanks to Clare and the team at the PATINS Project for this helpful video. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Upu9398-MZ0&ab_channel=PATINSProject
January 19, 2022
by Carole Zangari -
Do you encounter individuals with low vocal volume secondary to a physical or medical condition? Voice amplifiers can help conserve energy which is important for some people with conditions like ALS. In today’s featured video, Dr. Wendy Olsen reviews some key issues in decision–making and shares information about various options that are commercially available. Many thanks to Dr. Olsen and the Florida Chapter of the ALS Association for this helpful information. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fC3oZ2i-FnQ&ab_channel=ALSAssociationFloridaChapter
January 12, 2022
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for some tips on implementing eye gaze AAC? In today’s featured video Katelyn Oeser and Brenda Del Monte from the Special Education Technology Center (SETC) cover really useful information in this short video. Many thanks to SETC and the presenters – Katelyn and Brenda – for this helpful presentation. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eGMnaFkptc&ab_channel=SETCSpecialEducationTechnologyCenter
January 5, 2022
by Carole Zangari -
Processing our feelings and emotional states can be tricky even without the presence of a disability. But when the individual has complex communication needs, some additional supports can be beneficial. Today, we feature a recorded webinar, presented by Akila Vaidyanathan and hosted by Avaz, on this topic. Many thanks to Akila and Avaz for creating this helpful video and making it available to us all. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_tyl67tKhg&ab_channel=Avaz%2CInc
December 29, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
Today’s generation of speech generating devices offers unprecedented power and flexibility. How can we maximize an individual’s interest in using them to share their thoughts and ideas? AAC specialist Vicki Clarke, of Dynamic Therapy Associates and DTA Schools, suggests that we start by customizing their AAC tools with personally relevant vocabulary and symbols. Take a look. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDPkK5w4M_8&ab_channel=VickiClarke%26AACChicksatDTASchools
December 22, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
What is available for people with complex communication needs who are literate and want a text-based AAC app? In today’s featured video, AT Specialists Terri Rosen and Elizabeth Barry, from the Pacer Center, give us an idea of the issues and options. You can access their handouts here. Slide handout Resource List Many thanks to Terri, Elizabeth, and the Pacer Center for this helpful information. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LEUNQk5cuo&t=2593s&ab_channel=SimonPacer
December 15, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
If you work with families that have a Game Night tradition or if you use games in your therapy and instruction, today’s featured video is one you might want to see. SLPs Heather Prenovost and Brittany Toney have plenty of ideas on how to promote AAC use while playing popular board games. This is part of PRC Saltillo’s Stepping Stones to AAC series and has lots of prAACtical suggestions for AAC implementation. You can check out their other resources below. Interactive slide Manual communication board AAC planning worksheet Many thanks to Heather, Brittany, and Saltillo for creating and hosting this video. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTzGT6edSyI&ab_channel=Saltillo
December 8, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
As we all know, AAC is not a one-size-fits-all propositive and there are many, many ways to communicate. Today, we feature a video from Emily, who runs the Autisaurus YouTube channel. Take a look as they explain the different tools they use when speech is inaccessible or too taxing. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLakKolxaX8&ab_channel=autisaurus
December 1, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
How can we help students who have complex communication needs be successful in the classroom? In today’s featured video, AAC expert Gail Van Tatenhove helps us think through various classroom practices and consider their implications for students who use AAC. The video is part of the Power AAC initiative at PaTTAN. Many thanks to their wonderful AT Team and to Gail for this wonderful presentation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.pattan.net/videos/poweraac-module-2-assess-classroom-practices
November 24, 2021
by Carole Zangari -
Here in the US we’re preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving. To get in the holiday mood, let’s join Dr. Cheri Dodge, of Super Power Speech, in reading a fun Thanksgiving book. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yefMCmcCQL4&ab_channel=CheriC Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!