Episode Details

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to AAC and Its Importance

03:07 Lynn's Journey into AAC

06:01 The Evolution of AAC Training

08:57 Building Authentic Connections with Clients

11:53 Accessing Communication: Tools and Techniques

15:13 Choosing the Right AAC Device

18:05 Dedicated vs. Non-Dedicated Devices

20:57 Collaboration with Schools and Families

23:48 Advice for New SLPs

27:03 Navigating Communication Across Settings

29:55 The Role of AI in AAC

33:12 Honoring Family Perspectives

35:59 Understanding AT Act Programs

38:55 Conclusion and Resources

Keyguard AT makes custom keyguards for a variety of platforms  https://www.keyguardat.com/

Tobii Dynavox- an AAC manufacturer.  Locate your local solutions consultant https://us.tobiidynavox.com/pages/find-a-solutions-consultant

PRC-Saltillo- an AAC manufacturer.  Locate your AAC Consultant https://www.prc-saltillo.com/consultants

PrAACtical AAC supports a community of professionals and families who are determined to improve the communication and literacy abilities of people with significant communication difficulties. It was founded in 2011 by two SLP professors, Carole Zangari and the late Robin Parker, around a shared passion for AAC. https://praacticalaac.org/

Chris Bugaj- a speech-language pathologist and educational experience designer.  https://sites.google.com/view/chrisbugaj/home

And https://www.talkingwithtech.org/

National AT Act Technical Assistance and Training (AT3) Center https://at3center.net/state-at-programs/

ABOUT LYNN

Lynn Roebuck, M.S., CCC-SLP graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with her MS in Communication Disorders in 1995.