Collaborative Literacy Support for AAC Users with McKinzee Steve

Guest: McKinzee Steve, MA, CCC-SLP

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Join Carolyn Dolby, host of School of Speech by Speech Therapy PD, as she interviews McKinzee Steve, a school-based speech language pathologist renowned for her expertise in AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) programs. In this episode, they delve into 'Collaborative Models for Comprehensive Literacy,' discussing strategies to integrate meaningful literacy opportunities for AAC users. Learn about practical approaches such as the 'AAC Book Club,' station teaching models, and tailored interventions like shared reading and predictable chart writing. Mackenzie shares valuable insights into fostering a collaborative relationship between SLPs and teachers to ensure comprehensive, inclusive literacy instruction for students with significant support needs.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:10 Guest Introduction: McKinzee Steve

00:52 Disclosures and Professional Backgrounds

02:06 McKinzee's Journey into AAC

04:51 Building Capacity and Literacy Initiatives

08:01 Collaborative Literacy Programs

17:38 AAC Book Club: Implementation and Strategies

32:13 Creating a Class Book

33:06 Predictable Chart Writing Explained

35:53 Independent Writing for Students

38:43 Yellow Station: Word Work and Phonological Awareness

43:31 Incorporating AAC in Reading Comprehension

47:08 Adapting Materials for Older Students

54:58 SLP's Role and Time Management

56:37 Resources and Final Thoughts

About the Guest:

McKinzee Steve, MA, CCC-SLP, is a school-based speech language pathologist with experience managing the AAC program for a large urban school district. Her professional interests include AAC, autism, bi/multilingualism, and literacy.

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