Basic Core Word "OPEN" Training

In this Lesson, your classroom team (students AND instructors!) are learning how to communicate the word "OPEN," using their communication system (AAC). You are also practicing the AAC Partner Strategy of Expectant Pausing. Expectant pause is a partner modeling a word in a situation when it's appropriate for the student. Wait or "pause" after you model to see if the student repeats the word. DO NOT assume a student wants to say something. If they do not repeat, it may not be something he/she wants to say. For example, you might hold a bag of chips, poised to open them and then stop and look at your student. Wait to see if they have something to say!

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QUIZ & 2.0 HRS. OF CREDIT are available once your team has completed the following:

1. Review the slideshow (adults)
2. Work through a slideshow exploration with students, interacting with the appropriate videos and books (adults & students)
3. Focus on practicing using the core messages during your daily routine activities, at least 45 minutes a week (adults)
4. Engage in at least 3 team discussions (15 min. each) using the slideshow tips as guiding questions for your collaboration
5. Complete the quiz and confirm the above activities are completed.
6. Certificate will be sent to the email you entered on the form!

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