September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 8 of your Stepping into AAC journey! We wrap up our detour on personalizing communication boards by taking a close look at ways to support AAC learners who have difficulty pointing to words and picture symbols. You will explore the following concepts this week: Alternative Access: Learn about options for AAC learners with motor challenges. Learning Through Engagement: Explore ways that we can engage AAC learners in experiences that allow them to advance their language and communication skills. AACtion Steps Week 8 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Overview of Alternative Access Travelog Week 8 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week’s Stepping into AAC? You can download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 9 of your Stepping into AAC journey! Now that we have a basic foundation in AAC (Weeks 1-5) and have customized the communication board (Weeks 6-8), we turn our focus to AAC use in everyday life. You will explore the following concepts this week: Language Learning in Daily Routines: Learn why it is essential to use everyday routines and activities to build language and AAC learning. Using Patterns of Language Development to Guide AAC Learning: Gain insights into the role of typical language development as we guide the learning of beginning AAC users. AAC at Mealtime: How can snacks and meals boost AAC learning? Stay tuned! We have some ideas for you. AACtion Steps Week 9 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Language Development is Our Guide Travelog Week 9 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week’s Stepping... [Read More...]
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 10 of your Stepping into AAC journey! This week, we continue to explore ways to fit AAC support into daily life. You will explore the following concepts this week: Making Space for AAC: Learn some concrete ways to infuse AAC support into conversations, activities, and routines. Getting Dressed with AAC: Look at how AAC can be infused into a simple daily routine as we dive into another language walk-through. Using AAC to Foster Self-determination: Personal autonomy is a key ingredient in a rich and fulfilling life. Explore the role that AAC can play in empowering our learners and facilitating the development of self-determination. More Strategies to Build AAC Use: What is scaffolding, and how can we leverage it to facilitate communication and language learning? AACtion Steps Week 10 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Make Space for AAC Get the Handout Self-Determination Get the... [Read More...]
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 11 of your Stepping into AAC journey! We continue to put AAC into practice this week and discuss some additional ways to support beginning users of AAC. You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 11 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Building Authentic Interaction with AAC Get the Handout Model Self-Advocacy Travelog Week 11 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week’s Stepping into AAC? You can download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 12 of your Stepping into AAC journey! You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 12 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Intrinsic Motivation & Initiation Get the Handout Take a Turn Travelog Week 12 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 13 of your Stepping into AAC journey! Literacy is critically important to all AAC users, and they can all improve their skills in this area. This week, we do a deep dive into how to support reading in AAC learners. You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 13 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Reading with AAC Travelog Week 13 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 14! Reading takes center stage for a second week of our Stepping into AAC journey. You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 14 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Descriptive Talking Travelog Week 14 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 15 of your Stepping into AAC journey! Let’s head outside as we discuss even more AAC topics. You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 15 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Seize the Moment: Before-During-After Travelog Week 15 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 16 of your Stepping into AAC journey! We continue to add new words and deepen our understanding of AAC supports. You will explore the following concepts this week: AACtion Steps Week 16 AACtion Steps Signposts Get the Handout Commenting Travelog Week 16 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.
September 16, 2023
by Carole Zangari -
About This Week Welcome to Week 17 of your Stepping into AAC journey! As we round the bend to the final segment of this journey, our focus is on using the expanded set of target words throughout the day. You will focus on the following concepts this week: Developing a Vision for Successful AAC Use: Every family’s situation is different, and every AAC learner is unique. In this segment, you’ll consider what successful AAC use looks like for your family. Language Walk-Through: Shopping: AAC is on the move! Follow along as we demonstrate AAC use on trips to the store. AACtion Steps Week 17 AACtion Steps Signposts Travelog Week 17 Travelog Print the Week Want all of the resources shared in this week of Stepping into AAC? Download the entire digital bundle by clicking the download button below.