Tonight we’ll be turning the page on the calendar and preparing to celebrate AAC Awareness Month! For the past decade, October has given us some extra opportunities to spread the word about a…
It's AAC Awareness Month! This month of October 2021, the is celebrating AAC Awareness by focusing on the various forms of digital communication that have...
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In our part of the world, October brings pumpkin spice lattes, Halloween costumes, and apple cider. But no matter where you live October is more than pumpkins and Halloween. It’s internationa…
October is AAC Awareness Month! Join NHWS in raising awareness and understanding about Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Learn more!
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In this blog post, we talk about "no tech" AAC, which is a type of AAC where an individual uses no materials other than their body to communicate. We discuss types of "no tech," AAC, why they are considered "no tech" AAC, and situations where using this communication method may be useful.
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It’s exciting to see how families and professionals around the world are hosting events (see our suggestions here) and doing all sorts of informal activities to build awareness of AAC. In today’s p…
Update [July 2020] : Added Dos and Don'ts in both Chinese and English version. Minor touch up. Update [April 2020] : Chinese and English version are available now!!! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- October is AAC Awareness Month! #AACawareness PECS(R) refers to Picture Exchange Communication System (R). It is an AAC system enabling students to develop skills in initiation, symbolization, requests and commenting. In preschools, I use picture-exchange communication for nonverbal and/or pre-verbal childrens with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). I created this handout to provide parents with written explanations of how to use picture exchange at home. This handout is great for parents, teachers, paraprofessionals or professional development. Includes a brief overview of the program, description of all the phases with visuals and examples for daily application. Please always consult your own SLP before implementing any AAC systems. Disclaimer: This is not a product of nor affliated with Pyramid Educational Consultants or www.pecs.com
October is AAC Awareness Month. It has been great to see images, posts, thoughts, and suggestions flooding the internet as so many incredible people have taken to the web to tout the virtues of AAC. But soon it will be November, and the AAC focus will fade... ...unless... Unless we stand up and continue to shout AAC from the rooftops (or, you know, from your desktop). After all, it’s not really a bunch of electronic devices with picture laden buttons we’re talking about here. We’re talking ab
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What better way to start the day than to see how AAC Awareness Month is being celebrated in a school system?! Today, pediatric SLP Elisa Parker tells us how they do it in the school district where …
AAC Ohrringe, perfekt für den Monat der AAC Sensibilisierung oder für den Alltag. 925 Sterling Silber Haken, 2 Biegeringe, so dass das Gerät nach vorne hängt. Das Gerät wurde aus Holz hergestellt, welches lasergeschnitten, graviert und gefärbt wurde. Obwohl einige Ohrringe eine ähnliche Farborganisation wie einige AAC-Kommunikaationssoftware oder -apps haben können, sind sie keine exakte Nachbildung. Für kundenspezifische Anfertigungen, um das eigene UK-System von jemandem genauer nachzubilden, kontaktiere mich bitte. Geschenk für einen Logopäden, SLP oder Lehrer.
International Augmentative and Alternative Communication Awareness Month heightens knowledge about the millions of people who use communication devices.
What better way to start the day than to see how AAC Awareness Month is being celebrated in a school system?! Today, pediatric SLP Elisa Parker tells us how they do it in the school district where …
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Happy AAC Awareness Month Poster - great for special education and autism classrooms and therapy offices. Support your AAC users in October for AAC Awareness.
Need some ideas for celebrating AAC Awareness Month? Here are a few to get you started. Participate on the #USSAAC Twitterchat on 10/13 at 7:00 pm EDT (UTC−04:00). New to Twitterchats? You can lear…
Let’s kick off AAC Awareness Month with some visuals to work on operational competence skills with our AAC users! Operational competence skills are the technical skills required for an AAC user to operate and maintain their system or device. Check out this awesome FREEBIE which includes visuals to help support the following skills: · Push volume down · Push volume up · Need to charge · Add a word · Scroll down · Scroll up For the FULL VERSION and access to all 22 visuals of this product: Visuals for AAC Operational Competence Skills FOLLOW MY TPT STORE: As a follower you will learn about new products that are released, sales and discounts. Click on the “*Follow Me” by my Now You’re Talkin’ 2 Me Logo! LEAVING FEEDBACK ON PURCHASES: If you leave feedback on any of my products you can build up TPT credits that may be applied to future purchases. Just submit feedback when you purchase a product or go to My Purchases for a list of your purchases. Click on the Leave Feedback button and leave a rating. Then go to your TPT credits to learn how to redeem credits for purchases!
A mother's take on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
This packet of Basic Concepts Task Cards covers 10 different basic skills your special education students should be practicing every day! Each concept has 2 levels for a total of 200 task cards. Also includes data sheets for tracking IEP goals, sorting mats and student response worksheets. Savings Alert! This is part of a larger yearlong bundle. Check it out here and get all 12 months at a huge discount! These differentiated and 'any time of year' themed task cards are perfect for task boxes, independent work stations, direct instruction, morning work and warm-ups!Contents 200 task cards - 10 basic concepts x 2 levels per concept x 10 cards per level Level 1: multiple choice - use clothespins, dot markers, tokens, dry erase markers etc Level 2: expressive complete the sentence Cover and quick data chart for each set Sorting mats for 7 of the concepts (all but colors, shapes and numbers) Student response worksheets - 3 levels Level 1: write the word Level 2: trace the word Level 3: circle the word Two data sheets for tracking IEP goals Concepts included: Colors Numbers to 10 Shapes Same or Different Big or Small In or Out On or Under In front or Behind Right or Left None or Some Please note: This is a digital download. You will download, print, and prep as needed. No physical items will be sent to you.
October is International AAC Awareness Month! People all over the world are working to raise awareness of AAC and underline the importance of communication – for everyone. Back in May, David …
October is a very busy month in terms of special remembrances and observations. First of all, it is World Mental Health Awareness Month, and last week was Bipolar Awareness Week. The International Bipolar Foundation repeated its #SayItForward Campaign aimed to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. October is also National Dyslexia Awareness Month. I created a press release on this topic that was picked up by many news outlets, listing the major signs and symptoms of dyslexia, a language-based reading/learning disability. I also put both of my apps - Question It and SoundSwaps on sale October 1-14 in celebration. You’ve got a few days left if you want to catch them. Here are the iTunes links: for SoundSwaps and for Question It. October is also AAC Awareness Month worldwide. If you follow this blog, you know that just about every month is aac awareness month for me. The vast majority of what I do revolves around children - and adults - who use augmentative communication. So, this month, I am going to post about some of these issues, starting with dyslexia. Approximately 10% of the population suffers from some symptoms of dyslexia; including lack of fluency in reading, difficulty writing, confusing similar words, difficulty with spelling, and more. Dyslexia is not related to an intellectual disability. It is not “reading backwards.” It is a language-based learning disability found in people with average or greater intelligence; people who can learn to read if given appropriate educational strategies. Signs of dyslexia can include: Delayed speech and language milestones. Difficulty learning the alphabet and letter-sound correspondence. * Difficulty with pronouncing multisyllabic words, and with recognizing which words begin or end with the same sounds. Difficulty memorizing number facts and ordering math operations. Much of math is language based. Difficulty organizing oral and written language. Difficulty learning to spell. Difficulty with reading comprehension due to the need to focus all of one’s attention on decoding the words. * Difficulty learning a foreign language. Children with dyslexia can learn to read. If a child displays any of these symptoms, it is important to talk to his/her teacher, request a formal assessment, and read up on dyslexia facts. Rule out any vision defects or cognitive problems. There are places to get help for adults with dyslexia who are still struggling. The International Dyslexia Association has a newsletter and information to share. Dyslexia cannot be cured, but its impact can be overcome. There are some great technology tools for students with dyslexia. bookshare.org is a free resource for people who have difficulty with accessing print. There are thousands - actually more than 250,000 - books on the site that can be read to the user, can have altered font size and some color modifications for those with vision issues. It is a free resource - I repeat that because schools are not always aware that it exists and it doesn’t cost them anything to set up an account for a student. tarheelreader.org is another great free resource. Begun by Karen Erickson’s literacy research and practices group at UNC-Chapel Hill, this website (and app) give students access to high interest low print books with great graphics. These books have been written by teachers, therapists and students. It also allows for either reading on the computer oneself or having the computer read to you. A lot of software aimed at this population is also now available as iPad apps; including Clicker Sentences, Co-Writer, and iReadWrite. What tools do you use for your students with dyslexia?
AAC Awareness Month continues! It’s exciting to see how families and professionals around the world are hosting events (see our suggestions here) and doing all sorts of informal activities to build…
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Another AAC Awareness Month is in the books. If you’re still in the mood to spread the word about AAC, you might be interested in some of these resources. If these don’t appeal to you, …
Embrace inclusion and accessibility with the AAC Awareness Month Shirt! There are many ways to communicate, and with AAC Awareness month coming up, let's let those around know what's up. The perfect shirt or gift for anyone who uses a communication aid or nonverbal communication and AAC Educators (Speech Language Pathologists, Special Ed Teachers, and Occupation Therapists!). This retro and funky design says, "AAC Awareness" and features an AAC device as a cute character with a rainbow behind them! Enjoy this splash of pastel, vintage color while you spread acceptance and inclusion. Available in 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5xl in some colors! .: Bella + Canvas 3001 .: 100% Airlume combed and ringspun cotton (fiber content may vary for different colors) .: Light fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) .: Retail fit .: Tear away label .: Runs true to size Order Production: 1-2 days Your orders will be shipped within the production days and will arrive in timely manner ( United States: nationwide 2-5 days after production ) No returns or exchanges.
Welcome to ISAAC’s 10th Annual International AAC Awareness Month! For the past decade, October has given us some extra opportunities to spread the word about all things AAC, and it’s pretty e…
This is a list of ideas for people who are looking to do things in support of students who use augmentative and alternative communication.
It’s exciting to see how families and professionals around the world are hosting events (see our suggestions here) and doing all sorts of informal activities to build awareness of AAC. In today’s p…
Make a bold statement with our "Disability is Not a Bad Word" t-shirt! This stylish shirt features each letter in a stunning array of autumnal tones, accompanied by playful stars that add a touch of charm and positivity. It's the perfect addition to your wardrobe for promoting acceptance and understanding. This shirt is here just in time for AAC Awareness Month 2024! Key Features: Empowering Message: Wear your values with pride and spread awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion. Vibrant Autumn Colors: Each letter is uniquely designed in rich, warm tones of fall, creating a visually striking look that stands out. Playful Star Design: The whimsical stars add a fun and inviting element to the shirt, making it a great conversation starter. Comfortable Fit: Made from soft, high-quality fabric, ensuring a comfortable fit that you'll love to wear all day. Perfect For: Autism Acceptance: Show your support for autism awareness and promote meaningful conversations about inclusivity. Everyday Wear: A versatile piece that pairs well with jeans, skirts, or your favorite casual outfits. Gifts: An ideal gift for educators, therapists, and advocates who are passionate about fostering understanding and acceptance. Why Choose Our T-Shirt? Our shirt is more than just a piece of clothing—it's a statement of solidarity and a reminder that disability is a natural and beautiful part of life. Designed for individuals who are committed to making a positive impact, this shirt is perfect for anyone looking to make a difference. Some colors available in 3XL, 4XL, 5XL! .: Bella Canvas 3001 .: Light fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) .: Retail fit .: Tear away label .: Runs true to size Order Production: 1-2 days Your orders will be shipped within the production days and will arrive in timely manner ( United States: nationwide 2-5 days after production ) Due to print-on-demand production, there are no returns or exchanges.
Ready for another post with book-related ideas for supporting core vocabulary learning in preschool classrooms? We’re excited to welcome Jeanna Antrim and Maggie Judson back to these pages wi…
Embrace inclusion and accessibility with the AAC Awareness Month Sweatshirt! There are many ways to communicate, and with AAC Awareness month coming up, let's let those around know what's up. The perfect crewneck for anyone who uses a communication aid or nonverbal communication and AAC Educators (Speech Language Pathologists, Special Ed Teachers, and Occupation Therapists!). This retro and funky design says, "AAC Awareness" and features an AAC device as a cute character with a rainbow behind them! Enjoy this splash of pastel, vintage color while you spread acceptance and inclusion. Available in 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5xl in some colors! .: Gildan 180000 Order Production: 1-2 days Your orders will be shipped within the production days and will arrive in timely manner ( United States: nationwide 2-5 days after production ) No returns or exchanges.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month here in the US and there is no better time to share some wonderful resources on using AAC with people who have aphasia. – – Things to Do …
Embrace inclusion and accessibility with the AAC Awareness Month Shirt! There are many ways to communicate, and with AAC Awareness month coming up, let's let those around know what's up. The perfect shirt or gift for anyone who uses a communication aid or nonverbal communication and AAC Educators (Speech Language Pathologists, Special Ed Teachers, and Occupation Therapists!). This retro and funky design says, "Celebrate Communication of all kinds! AAC Awareness" with a super cute pumpkin character holding an AAC device. It's giving vintage fall vibes and is perfect in time for Halloween season. Available in 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5xl in some colors! .: Bella + Canvas 3001 .: 100% Airlume combed and ringspun cotton (fiber content may vary for different colors) .: Light fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) .: Retail fit .: Tear away label .: Runs true to size Order Production: 1-2 days Your orders will be shipped within the production days and will arrive in timely manner ( United States: nationwide 2-5 days after production ) No returns or exchanges.
As many of you know, October is AAC Awareness Month, a time when the AAC community comes together to build understanding of complex communication needs in their communities, schools, and workplaces…
This document is a PDF containing images that support AAC Awareness Month. Feel free to use in your own AAC awareness efforts.
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