Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Augmentative means to supplement or add to existing abilities. 

 

Alternative means to use something in a different way.

 

So, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) offers individuals a communication system that can add to or replace speech. This might be a book of pictures, a specialized app, or dedicated communication technologies.

 

People with severe speech or language difficulties rely on AAC to learn language, supplement existing speech, or replace speech that is not functional.

 

 

Definition of ACC

https://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/AAC/#working

Communication Bill of Rights

 

 

AAC Training and Implementation Resources

Explore AAC - Resource for people new to AAC.

Top Tips for Implementing AAC in Classroom

 

 

Training Videos

Implementation Took Kit for ACC

Putting Aided Language Input into Practice

 

 

YouTube Channel Links

PECS

PRC

Saltillo

Touchchat

Dobii Dynavox

 

 

Vendor Website Links

PECS - Picture Exchange Communications System

 

Prentke Romich Company (Accent devices and LAMP Words For Life)  

 

Saltillo (Novachat and Touch Chat)  

• There are videos and webinars in the Support and Training tab.
• Implementation: Chat Corner (Low tech communication boards under tools and tips)

 

Tobii-Dynavox