Ensure the device can be taken everywhere

planning the activity or scenario

Know where common/core words are on the device

Make a goal to learn 3 new words a week

let the student have an opportunity to teach you how to use the device

Using a communication device is much slower than speaking

Try counting to 10 in your head to see if they student will resopond

Shows vocabulary through pictures

Easily customizable

Accessible on many devices

Can create flashcards, story boards, and schedules

Great for routines

Can input your own photos

Shows you a picture, text, and plays audio

Can create daily planners

App designed for beginners

Easy to use

User is able to send text messages to their caregiver through this app

Simple design

Sign Language

Eye Contact

Facial Expressions

Gestures

Do not require the use of an external aid

an external item used to aid communication

they are unable to speak and need them to communicate

A person finds it difficult to understand what is being said

does not REPLACE speech

Will only be successful if you use a student-centred approach

The effectiveness of an AAC relies on the persons communication partners

AAC systems may need to be modified over time

indlude them in conversations

Don't act like they aren't there

Teach other students in the class some sign language to promote inclusivity

Using an AAC is much more challenging than verbally speaking

Have the non-verbal student be your co-teacher for the lesson!

offer to present WITH the student so that they feel like they are co teaching with you

Offer to present only in front of a small group of friends

Take time to practice with them

Help them find visuals to use

Can use a text-to-speech generator