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October 11, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
AAC stakeholders are sharing news and information in honor of AAC Awareness Month. Take a look. From AssistiveWare Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnsK90qYwyU&ab_channel=AssistiveWare From Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Center Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuCexjxEsNA&ab_channel=HollandBloorviewKidsRehabilitationHospital From Inclusion Fusion Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APl9E-taAJY&ab_channel=InclusionFusion From Avaz Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tA_YJa_25QA&ab_channel=Avaz%2CInc. From USSAAC (2020) Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5bCAiLAwSo&ab_channel=USSAAC From Kids+ Buster Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1px9_T-PmQ&ab_channel=Kids%2B George Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCXbryR-wvw&ab_channel=Kids%2B From Tobii Dynavox Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpKDu4ojto&ab_channel=TobiiDynavox From the Cotting School Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOyBdGVD7-A&ab_channel=CottingSchool Have another video to add to this list? We’d love to know about it.
October 4, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
AAC practitioners are well aware of the need to support communication partners. But what is the best way to coach them as they develop new skills? In this featured video, hosted by ECHO Voices, AAC SLP and AT Specialist Heidi Rabe reviews some options. You can view the handouts for this archived webinar here. Many thanks to Heidi and the Oregon Technology Access Program ECHO Voices team for this informative presentation. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7o1QwLaYq-A&ab_channel=OTAP-RSOI
September 27, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
We’re always looking for fun ways to engage AAC learners and give them meaningful opportunities to use their emerging language skills. In today’s featured video, we hear how one special educator infuses AAC into a fun science experiment. Take a look at how Rhose Abellera, from The Adapted Classroom, engages her students as they take steps in their AAC journey. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F26cij3KU38&ab_channel=TheAdaptedClassroom
September 20, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Have you been looking for AAC-friendly programs that align with a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction? We’re excited to share this recorded presentation from AT/AAC Specialist and Special Educator Kate Ahern, which was originally presented at the AAC in the Cloud Conference, sponsored by CoughDrop. Many thanks to Kate and the CoughDrop conference team for making this helpful session available. You can view the handout for this presentation here. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odSaX2XTRJc&ab_channel=CoughDrop
September 13, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
When people with significant motor challenges use AAC apps on a mobile device, there can be several stumbling blocks related to physical access. In today’s featured video, we learn how to address them from Joanna Courtney, a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist from CALL Scotland. Many thanks to Joanna and to CALL Scotland for this helpful presentation. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSYD4In02bI&ab_channel=callscotland1983
September 6, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Learning from AAC users and hearing the lived experiences of those who use AAC is a powerful and important experience. Today, we hear from Ashley Mohesky, winner of the 26th annual Edwin and Esther Prentke Distinguished Lecture Award. Ashley, a licensed mental health counselor who uses AAC, presented this lecture in Orlando at the 2023 ATIA Conference. We are grateful to Ashley for this session and to ATIA for hosting the presentation. Many thanks to PRC Saltillo for sponsoring this event each year, and to Gail Van Tatenhove for chairing the selection committee. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGNQRbNXp2I&t=686s&ab_channel=ATIA
August 30, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Are you looking for a video that will help families understand the fundamentals of AAC? This video from AAC specialists Jill Senner and Matt Baud might be just the ticket. Enjoy! Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2bS0e6fxzQ&ab_channel=TALC
August 23, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Play is not only the ‘work’ of childhood but also a powerful vehicle for the development of communication and literacy skills. In today’s featured video, Kelly Fonner and Donna McNear share a wealth of ideas for how to use pretend play to maximize AAC learning. This session was originally presented at the 2023 AAC in the Cloud Conference hosted by CoughDrop. You can obtain the handout for this presentation here. Many thanks to Kelly, Donna and the CoughDrop conference team for making this recorded presentation available. Direct Link to Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWGXaDrHImE&ab_channel=CoughDrop —
August 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
Looking for ways to engage AAC learners with digital resources? Today, we learn from Shannon Archer about ways to use Boom Cards to address specific goals or as part of an engaging activity for AAC practice. Enjoy! Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hicEG5p68EA&ab_channel=BoomCardsbyBoomLearning
August 9, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
How can we mobilize the power of play for AAC learning? In today’s featured video, Forbes AAC’s Katie Threlkeld shares her experiences and ideas. Many thanks to Katie and Forbes AAC for this presentation. Direct link to video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGN0zd-4UZU&ab_channel=ForbesAAC