series of AAC leaflets. This updated revision has been funded by the Right to Speak project 2012-2015, and provides links to Scottish AAC services. Here are a few practical resources that might be useful.

Our “Focus On…” series of eight leaflets cover topics related to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and are written in a clear style. They are available in print copy and as downloadable PDF files.

2022年11月18日 · Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a term covering a wide range of techniques, systems and approaches used to support or replace spoken Communication. It includes pictures, gestures and pointing, as well as more complex techniques involving computer technology.

using AAC might seem strange and a bit awkward. The important thing is not to focus on the AAC system, not to worry about how it works, but to focus on the person using the .

Children learning to use AAC need lots of modelling (input) before they can be expected to produce similar messages (output). The research tells us that ALS is an effective technique for teaching language (vocabulary and grammar) and increasing responsiveness and use of AAC (Binger & Light, 2007; Beck et al, 2009).

Many people now use Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems. These systems supplement or support the spoken element in communication. There are different vocabularies and languages to choose from, so the individual can …

AAC. AAC includes the range of strategies and resources that might be used to help someone with a communication impairment, so they can tell others what they want and need, and what they are thinking. This might involve signing, using facial expression, using …

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: A springboard to support the exploration of Identity within practice. – This resource grew out of feedback from clinicians and people who use Alternative and Augmentative communication (AAC). They wanted to explore identity and how that interplayed with their AAC systems and support they received.

(AAC) A method that strengthens the skills of teachers and focuses on dealing with diversity in the classrooms by adopting innovative practices. It helps to tackle early school leaving (ESL) and disadvantage. AAC@school offers a new tool for education, enabling the inclusion of both students with communication impairments, and students

2023年10月16日 · Many AAC professionals are known for their generosity in creating and sharing resources to support individuals with complex communication needs. In today’s post, we feature a sampling of some that can be helpful during AAC Awareness Month and …