Event Details

Learner Outcomes: 

1. Define AAC and its role in enhancing communication for people with complex communication needs 

2. Identify 3 different types of lite tech and high-tech options for AAC 

3. Describe 3 different situations where recommending AAC is warranted 

Important: 

• Registration notes: Must register in WisdomWhere 

• Directions for accessing virtual TEAM webinar link  

Timed Agenda:

9-11 Eastern Time 

9:00-9:15 AM Welcome/Introduction 

• Brief overview of session objectives 

• Ice Breaker Activity: What does communication mean to you? 

• Wordle/Word Cloud 

9:15-10:15 AM: What is AAC? Why recommend AAC? 

• Definitions 

• Lite Tech (PECs, AAC, switches, etc.) 

• High Tech (SGDs and associated apps) 

• Review of EBP / myths around AAC 

• When to recommend AAC 

• Special considerations question on IEP (?) 

10:15-10:45 AM: Break Out Rooms/Collaboration 

• Discuss a scenario where a student needed AAC. Why did you recommend AAC?  

10:45-11:00 AM: Break Out Room Summary / Q&A 

• Note taker: type responses simultaneously 

• Document “repeat responses” to highlight commonality

Must attend the entire session for credit

Complete the course evaluation

Partial credit will not be available