UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS CEUs are provided by the AAC Institute and are available for live webinars at no additional fee (does not include sponsored webinars unless noted). A 60-minute webinar = 0.1 CEUs. A 90-minute webinar = 0.2 CEUs PROFFESIONAL DEVELOPMENT
students with CNN do not have the opportunities to write, much less have opportunities to be active participants in modeling writing activities. Erickson, Koppenhaver, & Cunningham, 2017. In this session, vocabulary and schema-building activities continue to play a part while we explore practical strategies to actively engage our learners with complex communication needs in written expression activities. During this session, we will learn about the developmental writing stages and how our students with CCN can be engaged throughout those stages. Students will become the center of their writing by removing the background in video clips and pictures. We will also explore how to encourage spelling and typing along with a balanced approach to using an AAC users’ icons to support their writing. The following tools and strategies will be highlighted; The Expanding Expression Tool, Descriptive Teaching Techniques, Canva, Alternative Pencil, Readtopia, Reading Avenue: Boardmaker (however, any Literacy curriculum can be used), and Youtube.
What Does the Research Say About the Use of Virtual Reality (VR) by Students With Disabilities?
By Dave Edyburn Thursday February 9, 2023 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm (Central Standard Time)
Interest in Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) has been increasing as a result of many new technical developments in the marketplace. However, what does the research tell us about the use of AR/VR/XR by students with disabilities? The purpose of this webinar is to provide an accessible introduction to the research concerning AR/VR/XR and students with disabilities. It is expected that participants will be able to use the information for their own professional development and advocacy for the adoption of emerging technologies, as appropriate, for the students they work with. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of research evidence (rather than the statistical analysis and interpretation).
Ready, Set, Grow Preschool AAC
By Mary Katherine Dally Thursday. March 16, 2023 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (Central Daylight Time)
Preschool is one of the first school experiences for some of our young Augmentative and Alternative Communication ( AAC ) learners. Knowing how to best support and serve our early learners with complex communication needs can be an overwhelming task in the classroom – especially when starting from scratch! Whether you are new to AAC, the preschool population or are seeking novel, innovative ideas, this course will cover all of the above. Create a plan to begin AAC implementation in the classroom using a child- led approach. We will review basic myths and research for early AAC learners, discuss language approaches, assessment and goal writing ideas and vocabulary systems to increase your AAC knowledge. This webinar will allow you to brainstorm and experience innovative, original ways to implement AAC throughout the preschool day utilizing natural, autonomous communication- even during fire drills! The best part? Free resources and materials will be provided to share with your team and implement with students tomorrow!
Predictable Chart Writing, Canva & More…SoR, CLfA and Agency
By Sharon Redmon Thursday, February 23, 2023 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Central Standard Time)
The complex task of writing for our students with significant disabilities and complex communication needs can be daunting. Too often, our
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