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AAC ( Communication) Strategies
Motivating AAC learners to Use Their Communication Systems
If an individual seems to show little interest in a communication system, we cannot be hasty to assume that AAC is not…
Let’s Build Engagement and Connections Through AAC
Most toddlers are able to sing the alphabet song in their sleep because of the catchy music or the delightful visuals in…
Aiming for SNUG – Spontaneous Novel Utterance Generation in AAC
Effective communication plays a pivotal role in determining the quality of our lives. It impacts our interpersonal relationships and opportunities to get…
Aided Language Input: How to be a Super AAC Model
We know that aided language Input, also known as Aided Language Stimulation (ALS), or modeling is a proven strategy that helps AAC…
Prompt Fading Strategies to use with AAC Learners
Prompts and cues play a vital role while learning a new skill. They help the learner gain confidence and spurs them to…
Busting the AAC Myth of Prerequisites
Communication is a basic right. Believing in the prerequisites for AAC myth can potentially derail a child's path to autonomous communication and…
Repair Strategies to fix Communication Breakdown in AAC Users
Communication breakdown happens when a child attempts to communicate something and the partner has not understood it. A good communication partner helps…
Roadblocks to Language Development in Children Using AAC
AAC is a wonderful solution for children having communication deficits due to developmental disabilities and other speech disorders. While we support communication,…
AAC Implementation: Communication Intervention Strategies for Families
Getting an AAC device is a significant step towards ensuring better outcomes for a child with complex communication needs. However, that is…
Early intervention: When to Introduce AAC to Young Children
When do you start AAC intervention for a child? Even with all the research out there, there seems to be a lot…