What is High Tech AAC?
High tech AAC devices, or speech-generating devices (SGDs), are electronic devices with more advanced processors. They can help individuals with complex communication needs express wants, needs, and ideas more effectively.
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AAC Group Ideas (Games, Crafts, Conversations)
AAC group speech therapy is a great way to promote connection and communication growth. It can facilitate natural, social exchanges, and members may also benefit from observing others who are using different forms of AAC.
Optimizing & Customizing AAC Devices
Optimizing AAC devices is a way to increase familiarity, use, and engagement of these systems. AAC devices can be customized based on each individual - below lists some of those ways!
Backing Up AAC System
Backing up AAC is a big part of what we do as SLPs. It ensures that all of the progress AAC users have made using newly added/modified vocabulary isn’t lost during an update or device malfunction. We’ll give you some helpful links to make it a seamless process too!
What is Aided Language Stimulation?
Aided Language Stimulation, sometimes known as Aided Language Input, is a method of modeling language using an AAC device while an AAC user is observing. The purpose of it is to build communication skills using an AAC device.
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Does AAC Prevent Speech Development? [with research articles]
Research has suggested that AAC will not stop an individual from speaking. In addition to the research, this has also been evident based on our own clinical experiences. We discuss commonly shared research articles and additional AAC-related information.
AAC Direct Selection (Access Methods)
Direct selection access methods for AAC include touch, laser, head tracking, and eye gaze devices. They can be used for low, mid, and high tech AAC devices.
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