The Avaz blog
Ideas, stories and resources for AAC.
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…
Using Video Modeling with AAC Learners
Aided Language Input or Modeling is a proven strategy that helps communicators to gain communicative competence. Video modeling is similar to typical…
How Social Scripts Promote Conversations in Learners with Disabilities
A ‘Hi’ may be the start of a beautiful friendship between two kids and “Say Hi to your friend” may be the…
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…
Using Semantic Mapping for Effective Reading
Reading comprehension and connecting all the details of a concept may be difficult for learners with disabilities. Semantic mapping is a strategy…
Token Economy To Encourage Positive Behaviours
We all love it when it’s time to reap the rewards of our efforts. Rewards make us happy. They motivate us to…
How Replacement Behaviours Help Children with Autism
Mary is a child with autism who throws her book at others when her teacher asks her to go to the school…
Fun Ways to Make this Valentine’s Day Special
Every day is a day to love and show kindness to those around us. Valentine’s day gives us just another excuse to…
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…
Transition Strategies for Individuals with Autism/ADHD
Our daily lives require us to make several transitions from one activity to another. Moving from a preferred activity to a must-do…