What is AAC?

YRPSLP Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

This video explains what AAC is and when YRPSLP may introduce AAC. Watch video examples demonstrating the strategy Aided Language Stimulation using the AAC tools we use in YRPSLP intervention.

AAC: An Introduction

This document provides answers to questions such as:
What is AAC? Will AAC prevent a student from using or developing natural speech? Why might AAC Intervention improve speech? Are there any Prerequisites for using AAC? What is multimodal communication?
Source: BVSD Assistive Technology Team

Definition, High Tech, Light Tech, Low Tech, Multimodal communication, No Tech, Non-verbal, Nonverbal, Prerequisites for AAC, Speech Generating Device (SGD), Speech output

AAC Definitions

Definitions related to Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Aided, Aided Language Input, Aided Language Simulation, Behaviour Management, High Tech, Low Tech, No Tech, Non-verbal, Nonverbal, Picture Communication Symbols (PCS), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Unaided, Visuals

AAC Etiquette

Tips for speaking to a person using Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Source: www.waisman.wisc.edu/aac Podcast #12

Conversational fouls, Enhancing participation, Non-verbal, Nonverbal, Respect

AAC Myth Busters

Dispelling myths/common misconceptions regarding use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Source: www.prAACticalAAC.org

Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Non-verbal, Nonverbal

AAC Myths Dispelled

Here are some common myths that people have about AAC, and a brief description of what is currently known about AAC.
Source: Special Education Technology (SET)- British Columbia; AAC: A Way of Thinking

Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Misconceptions, Non-verbal, Nonverbal, Voice Output Communication Aid (VOCA), Who can use AAC