Date: 4/25/2022 Time: 4:00-5:00 Location: internet Type: Webinar
For our students that are learning how to communicate using AAC, it is like learning a new language. In order for students to learn their new AAC language it is much like being in a foreign language immersion classroom. OT and PT’s work on the development of essential functional skills to increase functional independence at school and in life. Being able to communicate during these activities results in better lifelong outcomes for our students. In this session you will learn how to be part of making autonomous communications happen for your students.
- Define three methods of access for AAC.
- Name three high or low tech AAC tools and explain
how they can be integrated during functional activities. - Model a novel message using either a high or low tech device.
- Identify two ways that the AAC device can be integrated to increase independence in basic ADL’s, functional mobility and/or career goals.
Resource Links: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15H5odDVBgy4VCuG2DPpUv7_tZSvcHj5SIIO-nbQSssg/edit?usp=sharing
Heidi G. Brislin, MS-OTR/L
Heidi G. Brislin, MS-OTR/L is an Occupational Therapist and Assistive Technology Specialist for the Edmonds School District and the Olympic Education Service District 114 in Washington. She owns a private practice, Heidi Brislin OT Consulting in Kingston, WA, where she provides professional development sessions, as well as family and team consultations and training. Heidi has extensive experience in school-based practice and outpatient adult rehab settings. She is a graduate of Boston University and the University of Washington. She is passionate about helping teams create authentic learning opportunities for all children, improving literacy skills, switch access, power mobility, and helping children become autonomous communicators.
Email Sue Wright at the SETC office
Clock hours for this webinar and others in this series are available from ESD105 for a small fee. The following Professional Development Enroller link provides more information about clock hours: https://www.pdenroller.org/cwu/catalog/165361