Augmentative
and Alternative
Communication
and Alternative
Communication
Augmentative & Alternative Communication Webinar
This webinar was created to support educators of students with Down syndrome and/or intellectual disability who currently use, or who would benefit from using, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). It explores what AAC and multimodal communication are, when to introduce AAC, and how to support AAC use in the classroom.
Introduction to AAC for People with Intellectual Disability – Part A
This video provides an introduction to understanding use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for people with intellectual disability.
Introduction to AAC for People with Intellectual Disability – Part B
This video provides an introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for people with intellectual disability.
How to Get Started with AAC in a School and Classroom – Part A
This video explains how to get started with AAC, in both the classroom and across the whole school, to support communication and learning for students with intellectual disability.
How to Get Started with AAC in a School and Classroom – Part B
This video explains how to get started with AAC, in both the classroom and across the whole school, with a focus on the various types of AAC tools and devices that can be used.
How to Get Started with AAC in a School and Classroom – Part C
This video explains how to get started with AAC, in both the classroom and across the whole school, with a focus on practical examples, environmental considerations, and building an AAC-supportive school culture. It also explores how AAC aligns with Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
Key Skills Needed for Teams to Use AAC in a Classroom – Part A
This video outlines the key knowledge, skills, and attitudes for school teams to use AAC in the classroom and how to develop staff capacity.
Key Skills Needed for Teams to Use AAC in a Classroom – Part B
This video outlines the key knowledge, skills, and attitudes for school teams to use AAC in the classroom, with advice and examples of how to communicate effectively using AAC
Practical Ways to Use AAC in a Classroom – Part A
This video demonstrates practical ways to use AAC in a classroom, with a focus on planning for AAC and using AAC for assessing student learning.
Practical Ways to Use AAC in a Classroom – Part B
This video demonstrates practical ways to use AAC in a classroom, with examples of how to use AAC in whole class instruction and small group learning.
Practical Ways to Use AAC in a Classroom – Part C
This video demonstrates practical ways to use AAC in a classroom, with examples of how to use AAC for reading and writing
