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PráctiCAAmente Conectados: CAA Con Links – Diciembre 2022
Each month we feature a Spanish version of our AAC Link Up, CAA con Links. If you have AAC-related announcements,... [Read More...]
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December Year of Core Vocabulary & School Year of Core Vocabulary Words
In 2013, when schools and other clinical programs were expanding their emphasis on teaching core vocabulary words, PrAACtical AAC published... [Read More...]
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PrAACtical Questions: “How important is symbol selection in choosing AAC devices/apps?”
They are often the first thing we notice in looking at a new AAC app or device. Are they realistic... [Read More...]
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AAC Posts from PrAACtical Week # 48: November 2022
Happy Sunday, AAC friends. Enjoy some AAC reading and videos. Monday – Using Judgment & Discrimination Activities in AAC Instruction... [Read More...]
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Video of the Week: Writing with All Tools Continuum
We love learning about literacy from Australian SLP Jane Farrall. In today’s featured video, she discusses the Writing with All... [Read More...]
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AAC Link Up – November 22
Happy Tuesday, AAC friends! Once a week we invite you to share your own AAC-related content, product news, or anything... [Read More...]
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PrAACtical Questions: “What symbols are used in AAC apps & SGDs?”
Welcome to the first of a 5-part series on symbols in AAC. Today, we’re starting off with a simple list... [Read More...]
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PrAACtically Thanksgiving
Here in the US, we’re gearing up to celebrate with friends and family on a day of gratitude. To honor... [Read More...]
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Video of the Week: AAC Implementation Strategies
There is a lot to consider when putting AAC into practice. In today’s featured video, we get insight, information, and... [Read More...]
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Using Judgment & Discrimination Activities in AAC Instruction
There are many paths to successful AAC use. For some people, access to language-rich AAC tools and communication partners who... [Read More...]
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AAC Posts from PrAACtical Week # 46: November 2022
Good morning, AAC friends. We have some AAC reading for you. Monday – Strengthening AAC Outcomes with Instructional Sequences Tuesday... [Read More...]
Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Sending AAC Home
How can school-based professionals facilitate AAC use at home? Katie Sample, AAC and AT Specialist with the Louisiana Accessible Educational... [Read More...]
Magic Moments with Verb Circus
We are so excited to see the expanded web presence by SLPs who are blogging, running groups on Facebook, sharing... [Read More...]
UpDated: 2013 Quick PrAACtical AAC Giveaway Winners
We are so excited for a great 2013 and we have 2 AAC Giveaway Winners! Congratulations! Thank you to everyone... [Read More...]
Visual Organization, Themes, & Duct Tape.
Duct tape just keeps getting better. For full transparency and disclosure, we get nothing and receive nothing from the makers... [Read More...]
PrAACtical Ways to Make Decisions about Thematic Therapy Materials, Part 1
Is it just us, or have other people been blown away by the number of SLPs sharing therapy materials that... [Read More...]
Lessons from a PrAACtical Year
Happy 2013, everyone! It’s hard to believe that we’ve spent a full year of prAACtical blogging. After 375 blog posts,... [Read More...]
PrAActical Wishes for 2013!
We hope EVERYONE has ACCESS to the: LEARNING TIME MATERIALS FRIENDS ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES SUPPORT MENTORS HAPPINESS &... [Read More...]
In the Treasure Bag: Using Sharing Time To Focus on Vocabulary
Over the past few months, we’ve been advocating for a multi-stage process for vocabulary teaching that begins with focused (aided)... [Read More...]
PrAACtically Personal: Individualizing Communication Books
Custom tailored suit or off the shelf? Shoes that pinch or ones that are just snug? It stands to reason... [Read More...]
5 Ways to Improve Therapy Sessions for People Learning AAC
1. Start therapy as soon as you see the client: Savvy SLPs don’t waste a single second of therapy time.... [Read More...]
It’s PrAACtically the New Year- Let’s Cook!
The New Year is almost here. But first is hopefully a big New Year’s Eve celebration whether at home or... [Read More...]