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AAC Posts from PrAACtical Week # 39: September 2023
Happy Sunday, AAC friends. Here are some posts you might enjoy. Monday – Mobility for People Who Use AAC: Remembering... [Read More...]
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Throwback Thursday: Do It Yourself AAC Materials
When budgets are low but creative energy is high, it’s time to consider a new project. Check out these AAC-related... [Read More...]
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Mobility for People Who Use AAC: Remembering Christine Wright-Ott
In memory of Christine Wright-Ott (1951-2023), we are reprising her guest posts on the importance of effective mobility strategies for... [Read More...]
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Video of the Week: Alternative Access for AAC on the iPad
When people with significant motor challenges use AAC apps on a mobile device, there can be several stumbling blocks related... [Read More...]
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AAC Posts from PrAACtical Week # 33: August 2023
Happy Sunday, AAC friends. Here are some posts you might enjoy. Tuesday-AAC Link Up Wednesday-Video of the Week: The Power... [Read More...]
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Say Cheese! 5 PrAACtical Ideas for No/Low Prep Activities Using a Phone Camera
Cell phones are ubiquitous these days, and almost all of them have a camera. In today’s post, we share some... [Read More...]
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AAC-friendly Resources for Severe Weather
Floods, tornadoes, and severe storms have been in the news lately. We can’t predict when extreme weather or other natural... [Read More...]
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AAC and Related Research: 5 Open-Access Articles
Professionals, family members, and AAC users are often frustrated when relevant research is published behind a paywall. Today, we’re pleased... [Read More...]
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AAC Collaboration in the Classroom
When educationally-based professionals collaborate on improving the communication environment for students who use AAC, everyone benefits. Classroom Observation for Communication... [Read More...]
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AAC Posts from PrAACtical Week # 26: June 2023
Happy Sunday, AAC friends. We have some posts that might be of interest. Monday – AAC Implementation Framework: Step 5... [Read More...]
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AAC Implementation Framework: Step 5 – Talk!
Today we wrap up our series describing an AAC Implementation framework, guest authored by AAC SLP Vicki Clarke. The founder... [Read More...]
Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Structured Literacy Support for AAC Learners
Have you been looking for AAC-friendly programs that align with a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction? We’re excited to share... [Read More...]
Communication Boards & Meaningful Activities
Gail Van Tatenhove expertly demonstrates teaching with a Pixon communication board. In this video, she introduces the communication board and... [Read More...]
“I Made a Communication Board. Now What?”
Earlier this month, we shared some ideas for making communication boards using color coding and also for creating boards geared... [Read More...]
PrAACtical Thoughts on Challenging Behavior: Things To Think About
We have had several experiences in the last couple of weeks relating to concerns from SLP’s and educators about challenging... [Read More...]
It’s PrAACtically Memorial Day!
It’s PrAACtically Memorial Day! Memorial Day is prAACtically here. We remember, appreciate, and honor the people who have protected our... [Read More...]
Thoughts on Best Practices in AAC for Individuals with ALS/Motor Neuron Disease
We’re always gratified by the collegiality of SLPs who work in AAC. In this video, Steven Bloch talks about the... [Read More...]
5 Great Resources for Pre-Made Communication Boards
We have been thinking about communication boards this month. There are a lot of pre-made options available. You just have... [Read More...]
Fresh Look at AAC and Dementia with Melanie Fried Oken
We’re thrilled to continue our Fresh Look series in celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month (#BHSM). In this post,... [Read More...]
AAC for Students with Intellectual Disabilities: Basic Strategies for Immediate Results
A good number of SLPs in school settings serve students with intellectual disabilities, some of whom who use or need... [Read More...]
Communication Boards Can Be Used For….A Lot
When we think of AAC and communication boards or displays, we often think of comprehensive core and fringe words. We... [Read More...]
AAC Immersion- Happy Mother’s Day!
We were just having some in-depth conversations about AAC and making a difference. AAC intervention needs to be part of... [Read More...]