Token systems have long been a staple in education, therapy, and behavior management. These systems, where tokens are earned and exchanged for rewards, can be incredibly effective when used thoughtfully. The
Did you know, AAC isn’t just for students who can’t talk—it can also help those who can! Let’s explore how AAC supports language learning, helps during stressful social moments, improves social communication skills, aids in learning literacy skills, and helps students explore relationships between words.
My journey as an SLP has been a continuous learning experience. I recognize the importance of evolving my practices to better support literacy development.
In preschool settings, routines are the backbone of the day. They provide structure and predictability, which are crucial for young children, particularly those who rely on AAC.
We’re exploring a fantastic resource dedicated to it. It’s a blog about a blog! Welcome to our special feature on PRAACTICAL AAC, a treasure trove of knowledge developed by my friend and AAC guru, Dr. Carole Zangari.
This summer we are busy updating both our Classroom Communication Goals Grid and the Communication Supports Checklist for Special Education Teachers. Both of these tools consider literacy learning for students with special needs. We are concerned with literacy development because communication is not just expression by speech or AAC and listening, but is equally dependent on writing and reading skills.
