TTAC @ VT SLPs

Communication Toolkit

Education EN ↓ 30 episodes

Hello and welcome to the Communication Toolkit podcast, brought to you by the Training and Technical Assistance Center at Virginia Tech where our mission is to improve educational opportunities and contribute to the success of children and youth with disabilities. This is the show for SLPs, where we discuss hot topics related to speech, language and communication!

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TTAC @ VT SLPs

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Let's Talk AAC: Prompting Part 2 15.11.2023 8:00

In this episode, we complete our discussion on prompting by talking about the least to most prompting hierarchy. Remember, we always want to be sure that we are using aided language stimulation but when prompting users for responses here is a great resource for guiding decision making on which prompt(s) to use.

Let's Talk AAC: Prompting Part 1 01.11.2023 9:03

In this episode, we begin a two part conversation about prompting. Prompting can be a useful tool in teaching students to use their AAC system. However, we have to make sure that we fade these prompts as quickly as possible to avoid prompt dependency. This post from AVAZ provides some great suggestions for prompt fading.

Let's Talk AAC: Aided Language Stimulation Part 2 18.10.2023 9:09

In this episode we wrap up a two part discussion about Aided Language Stimulation; specifically how to implement this evidence based practice throughout the day. This form helps to lay out Roles and Responsibilities of team members as part of a collaborative implementation plan. Teams may also find these suggestions for Planning for AAC Througout the Day useful in identifying natural teachable mom...

Let's Talk AAC: Aided Language Stimulation Part 1 04.10.2023 8:27

In this episode we begin a two part discussion about Aided Language Stimulation. Today we discuss what it is and why it is important. Check out this video Aided Language Stimulation Explained for a more in depth description. And this resource titled AACtion Point, from AAC Institute, for a great example of what this might look like in action. Click here for a transcript of today's episode.

Let's Talk AAC: Common Myths 13.09.2023 5:10

This episode features SLPs discussing busting common myths associated with AAC (augmentative alternative communication). Resources referenced in this episode include the Communication Bill of Rights and the AAC Continuum chart. To dive into these myths a little deeper check out 10 Things You May Not Know About AAC. Click on this link for a transcript of today's episode.