Let's Talk AAC: Interviews From the Field Part 1
In this episode, we have a conversation with Denise Walker, an SLP from Pittsylvania County as she recounts her experiences from this year in terms of strategies that have worked and suggestions for m...
10 Apr 202418min
Let's Talk AAC: Specific Language Systems First Approach Part 2
In this episode we continue our conversation with Chris Bugaj regarding the Specific Language Systems First Approach. He discusses the benefits of using this approach and shares implementation strateg...
20 Mars 202414min
Let's Talk AAC: Specific Language Systems First Approach Part 1
In this episode, we share part 1 of our discussion with Chris Bugaj, author, podcast host, and more, on the Specific Language Systems First Approach. To begin this conversation, Chris explains this ap...
6 Mars 202423min
Let's Talk AAC: Gestalt Language Processing Part 2
In this episode we chat with Caroline Gaddy from Tobii Dynavox about her experiences both as a gestalt language learner herself and in serving students who are GLPs. She shares tips for practitioners ...
21 Feb 202432min
Let's Talk AAC: Gestalt Language Processing Part 1
This episode introduces the topic of gestalt language processing. Specifically what this terms means and how to identify if a student may be this type of learner.
7 Feb 20248min
Let's Talk AAC: Descriptive Teaching Approach
In this episode we discus the Descriptive Teaching Approach and how it can be used in instruction to provide further practice of core vocabulary. For more information on this topic check out this blog...
17 Jan 20248min
Let's Talk AAC: Core Vocabulary
In this episode we review the definition of core vocabulary and discuss how these flexible messages are the foundation of building language and should be taught first when introducing an AAC system. C...
3 Jan 20249min
Let's Talk AAC: Creating Opportunities for Communication Part 2
In this episode, we continue our discussion about setting up opportunities for our students to use their AAC systems in meaningful ways throughout the day. This blog post from Cough Drop, 10 AAC Tips ...
20 Dec 20236min
