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.  

Learner Outcomes:  

1. Identify goals to target during an AAC device trial.
2. List two skills to consider when determining vocabulary file layout to start with during a trial.
3. Explain the use of aided language stimulation in teaching targeted skills in an AAC trial.
4. 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

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Please note the following details regarding this course:

• You must register for this course using your own AACLJ account.
• All attendees will have the opportunity to download a Certificate of Attendance/Completion, depending on the class.
• ASHA CEU and certificate eligibility require complete live attendance.
• Certificates will be available to participants with verified attendance within a 2-week processing period.

If this is an online training:

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Session Dates:

• In-Person with Meghan Kunz in Duluth, MN
  November 8, 2024 : 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm CDT