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AAC in the Community
Giving Voice to Safety: AAC as a Tool for Protection and Advocacy

Beyond facilitating daily interactions, AAC empowers individuals to share important life events and, crucially, to protect themselves from potential harm.

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Vicki Clarke
November 20, 2024
Teaching Tools & Strategies
Voices in Reach: Why We Must Never Sacrifice Communication for Compliance

Removing an AAC device is taking away a student’s means of communication. It’s crucial to recognize that behaviors often serve as a form of communication, especially when students lack other means to express themselves.

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Vicki Clarke
November 13, 2024
AAC Implementation
AAC Implementation: Let’s Make a Plan!

Curious about what goes into a successful AAC implementation plan? From gathering insights from family and educators to crafting strategies that make communication meaningful and fun, a solid plan is key to helping students thrive with their AAC device. Learn how we bring everyone together to support your child's communication journey!

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Vicki Clarke
November 5, 2024
Teaching Tools & Strategies
Unlocking Student Interests: A Key to Engagement and Growth in Special Education and AAC

Finding what truly engages our students can feel like discovering a hidden key. In special education and AAC, tapping into individual interests isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s essential.

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Vicki Clarke
October 23, 2024
AAC Implementation
Low Demand – High Engagement: There’s a Right Time for Everything!

When deciding what type of AAC modality to use with students, timing and context are everything.

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Stephanie Ekis
October 17, 2024
AAC Applications, Equipment and other Tools
Introducing Monarch Reader: A New Chapter in Accessible Literacy for All—And It’s Free!

As parents, teachers, and therapists of students with special needs, finding the right tools to support literacy development can be a challenge. For years, Tarheel Reader has been a go-to platform, providing accessible books to emergent readers of all ages.

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Vicki Clarke
October 9, 2024