Assistive Technology
Communication
Communication Continuum
Communication Continuum
A CONTINUUM OF CONSIDERATIONS FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
A CONTINUUM OF CONSIDERATIONS FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Assistive technology should be provided as a continuum of support, starting with least supportive and moving to the most supportive, as needed.
Assistive technology should be provided as a continuum of support, starting with least supportive and moving to the most supportive, as needed.
Communication Continuum for Assitive Technology.pdf
Communication Resources
Communication Resources
ASHA
ASHA
Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists With Respect to Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Technical Report
Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists With Respect to Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Technical Report
Boardmaker
Boardmaker
Boardmaker (www.mayer-johnson.com/) can be used to create low tech communication boards or create a variety of templates for communication devices.
Boardmaker (www.mayer-johnson.com/) can be used to create low tech communication boards or create a variety of templates for communication devices.
Boardmaker supports can be used as an accomodation or a modification. Consult with your building consultant to determine the appropriate use for your student.
Boardmaker supports can be used as an accomodation or a modification. Consult with your building consultant to determine the appropriate use for your student.
Boardmaker Share (www.boardmakershare.com/ ):
Boardmaker Share (www.boardmakershare.com/ ):
Online community for finding Boardmaker activities.
Free registration required.
Boardmaker is available through the ACT Team. Contact your building consultant or assistive technology specialist for more information on borrowing and using Boardmaker.
Boardmaker is available through the ACT Team. Contact your building consultant or assistive technology specialist for more information on borrowing and using Boardmaker.
Speaking of Speech
Speaking of Speech
Speaking of Speech.com is the first and largest interactive forum for speech/language pathologists and teachers to improve communication skills in our schools by:
Speaking of Speech.com is the first and largest interactive forum for speech/language pathologists and teachers to improve communication skills in our schools by:
exchanging ideas, techniques, materials, and lessons that work,
finding out about materials before you buy,
seeking and giving advice on therapy and caseload management issues, and
exploring a myriad of helpful resource links.
All school-based speech/language pathologists are encouraged to contribute to this site's growing knowledge base. In addition, SLPs in research and clinical settings, regular and special education teachers, parents, and students who have special needs are invited to take ideas from this site as well as share their own insights and perspectives.
All school-based speech/language pathologists are encouraged to contribute to this site's growing knowledge base. In addition, SLPs in research and clinical settings, regular and special education teachers, parents, and students who have special needs are invited to take ideas from this site as well as share their own insights and perspectives.
Please share this web address with all friends and colleagues who are interested in the speech and language development of children, and bookmark Speaking of Speech.com as one of your favorite sites. Visit the site often to check out the new information that is added daily.
Please share this web address with all friends and colleagues who are interested in the speech and language development of children, and bookmark Speaking of Speech.com as one of your favorite sites. Visit the site often to check out the new information that is added daily.
AAC Devices
AAC Devices
High tech communication devices offer a dynamic display with an extensive vocabulary to support communication across settings
Vocabulary software may be organized in a variety of ways and can be personalized to support specific needs of each student
Contact your Assistive Technology team member for more information