September 3, 2020
Sorting through the variety of options available in augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) devices can be a challenging portion of the AAC assessment and decision-making process. During this webinar, AAC system features will be outlined through descriptions and examples of input, processing, output, and other key features that impact AAC decision making that pertain to people with communication impairments, physical disabilities, health impairments, and/or cognitive disabilities. Participants will receive a feature match matrix and matrices that they can use during their AAC evaluation process. The benefits of learning this feature match approach are that this process extends beyond the current knowledge base and comfort level of products by giving the clinician a means in which to incorporate new products.
By attending this webinar, participants will be able to:
- List the input and output features of AAC products
- Describe and discriminate between the types of language processing systems available in AAC products
- Compare and contrast AAC products as they relate to the features needed by individuals seeking communication assistance
- Create an assessment plan including trials for individual cases
Title of Training: Feature Match Closer Look: Features of AAC Systems
Presenter: Kelly Fonner
Training Date: 09/03/2020
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