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Learn how to use AAC core boards. AAC Core Boards combine pictures and words of core vocabulary to support communication.
Got the game? Check!Got some players? Check!AAC system ready? Check!Having fun? Check!Building communication? Check!
Coming from a general education and resource room background, I had no idea how to effortlessly use AAC in the classroom. I used to dread speech day when the speech pathologist would come and pick up students and ask “where is your talker?” It was still in their backpacks – insert embarrassed face emoji here. Since then, I have gotten much better at identifying ways I could help students to use their devices in the classroom because communication doesn’t start and end in speech sessions.
Are you looking for more ways to build vocabulary with students who use AAC devices or a VOD? Here are 6 phrases to get you using AAC more in the classroom!
We don’t need to create special activities for our students to use their AAC devices. We can incorporate AAC into anything we do. Sometimes something as simple as playing a game really gets my students motivated to use their devices. I wanted to share about 3 simple games I have been using recently with my students to help them practice using their AAC devices in a fun way.
How did you learn to label your emotional state as “sad” or “tired”? This blog is full of strategies for teaching the spoken words for feelings - especially for AAC users.
With some planning and by focusing on your student's abilities, they can develop strong relationships with employers and enjoy rewarding jobs.
Learn how to start using AAC at home and dive into our favorite AAC tips for parents.
There are lots of ways to adapt task cards to meet the skill level of your students & use of their devices. Here are a few examples of how to use different task cards with students who have AAC system! From theautismhelper.com #theautismhelper
We don’t need to create special activities for our students to use their AAC devices. We can incorporate AAC into anything we do. Sometimes something as simple as playing a game really gets my students motivated to use their devices. I wanted to share about 3 simple games I have been using recently with my students to help them practice using their AAC devices in a fun way.
Welcome back to The Adapted Classroom! Today for Friday Funday we are doing the Mentos and Coke experiment! Of course, we adapted our lesson by including our...
Special educators, are you looking for effective ways to integrate AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) into your lessons? In this comprehensive ...
Using AAC for communication in the classroom can be overwhelming. Here are my tips for using AAC to support students in the classroom.
Resources, tips, and materials to help you, help children with autism
What are the prerequisite skills for AAC? Who is a good candidate for an AAC device? Find out here, you may be surprised!
Use this great new video as a t rain i ng tool for your te am(s) ! Description: Kristen Carroll and Bonnie Mintun discuss the basics o...
AAC is not simply for those who cannot speak. That’s why it’s called Augmentative and Alternative Communication. On Twitter, I have encountered several autistic adults who speak and use AAC. They…
Free social stories about using an AAC device or iPad to communicate
When it came to working with students who needed AAC, I was in a state of panic for the first few years of my career. I used to walk out of sessions drenched in sweat because I found them so stressful. I remember one particular kiddo who really threw me for a loop. I thought...
