Tuesday, September 7, 2010

AAC Eval Workshops:
 
Augmentative Communication Evaluations Simplified:
Tools & Resources

Simplify your AAC evaluations using the ACES Module and “toolkit” approach.  This workshop discusses and demonstrates a variety of resources and ideas which assists participants to move easily, thoroughly, and efficiently through the AAC assessment process. 

In this workshop we will:
•  Explore communication needs using the SIMPLEST to most SOPHISTICATED
communication tools/devices (i.e. low-tech to high-tech)

•  Learn “HOW TO” use the low-cost and easy-to-use toolkit components
to do an effective evaluation (common ones which you may already have
or can easily acquire)

•  Provide support for ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES with 125+
forms/templates/ideas/ device flyers (provided on a CD)

•  Demonstrate PREMADE activities, pictures, objects, and overlays to
help you  get started

•  Evaluate the best ACCESS for communication tools (touch, switch,
eyegaze, etc.) using low-tech tools

•  Determine the best SYMBOLS to use (pictures, objects, alphabet,
etc.) using a systematized approach

•  Evaluate premade LANGUAGE APPLICATIONS from various manufacturers'
demos

•  Determine AAC DEVICE FEATURES to aid in decision-making and
feature-matching
 
And much more!
 
See right-hand side for workshops currently scheduled.
If you are interested in hosting a workshop, see brochure on side.
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Another option:

AAC Vendor Forums - How to "Make the Best Choice for the Best Voice"
This Vendor Forum  is co-sponsored by AAC TechConnect, Inc. and ATIA!
*  Come and see an assortment of AAC Devices (augmentative &
alternative communication devices) available to you in your area.
*  Local reps and distributors will demonstrate devices for persons
with complex communication needs (CCN).
 
This team of AAC device representatives will make sure you:
*  See and hear” a variety of devices
*  Learn about the valuable resources they provide including assistance with funding
*  Learn about various device features
*  Leave with ideas for AAC evaluations and resources
*  Learn more about online clinical resources to assist you in your device decision-making
 
 Click here if you want to be on the email notification list for upcoming workshop and vendor forum locations.
 

 

Upcoming Workshops

September 29 & 30, 2010

September 23 & 24, 2010

February 25, 2011 - ESC 16

January 31 and February 1, 2011

Workshops are continuously being added. Please check back for location / schedule.

To host an AAC workshop, click here