You're ready to trial some AAC devices and start to think... how will I introduce it? Where should I start with vocabulary? What kind of data should I collect? How do I know if it is effective? In this session, we will begin to unravel the mysteries of AAC trials and seek to answer those questions. Using a single subject design framework, you can compare systems you trial with research-based strategies and analyze your data to guide your decision making.
Devices are not required for this training.
Learner Outcomes:
- Identify goals to target during an AAC device trial.
- List two skills to consider when determining vocabulary file layout to start with during a trial.
- Explain the use of aided language stimulation in teaching targeted skills in an AAC trial.
- Describe the importance of data collection during a trial to compare AAC systems.
Agenda:
5 minutes- Introduction
15 minutes - Trial Targets and Goals
30 minutes - Vocabulary File Selection
25 minutes - Teach the Targets
10 minutes - Data Collection and Comparison
5 minutes - Next Steps and Questions
Please note the following details regarding this course:
- You must register for and attend this course using your own AAC Learning Journey account.
- ASHA CEU and certificate eligibility require complete live attendance. Partial credit is not given.
- For those wanting ASHA CEUs or certificate for hours:
-Participate in polls/quizzes throughout the presentation, if applicable.
-Complete our PRC-Saltillo ASHA Certificate Form
-The PRC-Saltillo ASHA/Certificate Form will not be accepted after the course ends.
- Certificates will be available to all participants with verified attendance within a 2-week processing period.
- We get better with your feedback, please be sure to complete our post-course survey.
- If you need accommodations for special needs, please contact seminars@prc-saltillo.com at least 10 days prior to the start of your course. We will review your request and respond as soon as possible.
If this is an online training:
- Please check that your Zoom software is up to date prior to the course start time.
- Pop-up blockers can prevent the join button from working properly. Disable any pop-up blockers or allow an exception for AAC Learning Journey.
- Chrome, Firefox, or Edge are the recommended browsers.
Instructor bio and disclosures
You're ready to trial some AAC devices and start to think... how will I introduce it? Where should I start with vocabulary? What kind of data should I collect? How do I know if it is effective? In this session, we will begin to unravel the mysteries of AAC trials and seek to answer those questions. Using a single subject design framework, you can compare systems you trial with research-based strategies and analyze your data to guide your decision making. 