Join us as we learn ways that artificial intelligence and robots can support interaction from researchers Paulina Finak, Vera Ralin, and Rafael Santana at Queen’s University. Many thanks to the presenters, to ISAAC Canada, and to ISAAC for sharing this information. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTJ9D9AIRaU&ab_channel=InternationalSocietyforAugmentativeandAlternativeCommunication%28ISAAC%29
Can AAC be an effective way to support young children with slower speech development? Today, we feature the work of Sarah Cretcher and Mary Alt, who presented at the 6th International Conference on Augmentative and Alternative Communication. The conference was hosted by the Assistive Technologies Foundation of Bulgaria (ASSIST) with the support of UNICEF Bulgaria, the Bulgarian Ministry of Education and Science, and ISAAC. Many thanks to the presenters and the supporting organizations for broadening our thinking about the uses of AAC. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR5-8awg3Tk&ab_channel=AACConferenceBulgaria
How can families re-engage their efforts to support communication? Join us as we view this archived video from AAC parents Kelly Meissner, Karen Hoerst, and Cori Stell, which offers ideas on how to move forward with AAC. Many thanks to the presenters and the Angelman Syndrome Foundation for making this session from their 2024 Family Conference available to all. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P61WSo_M48
In many instances, families have inadequate support for their loved ones with AAC needs. Today’s video features educational consultant and AAC specialist Heather Roach, who discusses strategies to strengthen AAC practices through effective teaming. This video is an archived presentation from the 2024 AAC in the Cloud Conference sponsored by Forbes AAC and Open AAC. Many thanks to the conference organizers, sponsors, and the presenter for this helpful information. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_OQ0ZWhdnA
Happy August, CAA friends! Each month, we feature a Spanish version of our AAC Link Up called CAA con Links. If you have AAC-related announcements, materials, or videos in Spanish that you would like others to know about, we’d love to have you add that information below. Also, please share this with anyone who might be interested in contributing to or using the materials that get added to these posts. You’ll find the place to add that information at the very bottom of this post. Claudia Marimón organizes these monthly posts, which feature AAC work being done in Spanish-speaking countries and offer translations of material that can help families and service providers. In today’s post, Claudia tells us about the activities of ISAAC Español, a chapter that represents many parts of the world where Spanish is spoken. Learn about this group’s activities, and see how you can get involved. Don’t... [Read More...]
Happy July, CAA friends! Each month, we feature a Spanish version of our AAC Link Up called CAA con Links. If you have AAC-related announcements, materials, or videos in Spanish that you would like others to know about, we’d love to have you add that information below. Also, please share this with anyone who might be interested in contributing to or using the materials that get added to these posts. You’ll find the place to add that information at the very bottom of this post. Claudia Marimón organizes these monthly posts, which feature AAC work being done in Spanish-speaking countries and offer translations of material that can help families and service providers. In today’s post, Claudia introduces us to “Mi libro es así” (“My book is like this”), a project of a shared reading group led by Florencia Cambariere and María Fernanda Maquieira. Learn about this group’s activities, and don’t... [Read More...]
How can camp staff support participants who use AAC? Today, we learn about this from Nadia Jafri, an SLP on the Augmentative Communication Team at KidsAbility Centre in Ontario. Many thanks to Nadia and KidsAbility for this helpful presentation. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdmEEE5lMRQ&ab_channel=KidsAbilityCentreforChildDevelopment
June is designated as a month to raise awareness about aphasia so we can’t pass on the opportunity to feature this video by Cissy Cheng, who works with Dr. Rajinder Koul at the University of Texas at Austin. This presentation was hosted by the Centre for AAC at the University of Pretoria. In this video, we learn about some of the ways that AAC can be implemented in interventions for aphasia. Enjoy! Many thanks to the CAAC, Ms. Cheng, and her mentor, Dr. Koul for this helpful video. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7eNn5tpQ68&ab_channel=CentreforAugmentativeandAlternativeCommunication
Happy June, CAA friends! Each month, we feature a Spanish version of our AAC Link Up called CAA con Links. If you have AAC-related announcements, materials, or videos in Spanish that you would like others to know about, we’d love to have you add that information below. Also, please share this with anyone who might be interested in contributing to or using the materials that get added to these posts. You’ll find the place to add that information at the very bottom of this post. Claudia Marimón organizes these monthly posts, which feature AAC work being done in Spanish-speaking countries and offer translations of material that can help families and service providers. In today’s post, Claudia shares the experiences of Samuel, a young AAC user who traveled to Mexico to participate in an international spelling competition. He did a wonderful job and raised awareness of AAC for many people. Learn... [Read More...]
It’s almost time for a change in the seasons here in our part of the world. Today, we’re reaching into the archives for past posts with a summery bent and sharing some resources for summer-themed activities. Take a look. PrAACtically Reading with Karen Natoci: How Do You Know It’s Summer? A Recipe for Summer AAC Summer Reading A Few AAC Blog Suggestions 5 AAC Suggestions 3 Book Suggestions Apps to Prepare, Learn, & Talk About Summer Vacation Core Words & July 4th: Get Ready, Get Set, Go PrAACtical Summer Activities AAC-friendly Camps Summer Fun with AAC Other Resources for an AAC-friendly Summer From Susan Berkowitz Free Summer Communication Activities Calendar for AAC Speech Therapy Free AAC Core Vocabulary at the Beach Summer Communication From Ladybug Speech Summer Core Boards AAC From Melissa Clark AAC Core Word Summer Calendar From SLP Collective AAC Bug Hunt – Summer Activity From Traveling Talker Time Summer Polaroid Activity