What is AAC?
When to consider?
Assessment
- Information Gathering
  - Current Communication Skills
  - Access
    - Direct Selection
    - Indirect Selection
- Decision Making
Trials
Implementation
Evidence Based Practices
Teaching Strategies
Transition
- Person-centered Planning
Resources

Device Set-up

"The purpose of a communication display is to arrange language in space so individuals can, by selecting from the available options, say what they wish to say as quickly as possible, and can do so with a minimal amount of effort" (Blackstone, 1993, p. 4).

Blackstone, S. (1993). Thinking a little harder about communication displays. Augmentative Communication News, March 1993, Volume 6.

As the team collaborates and plans for using the device, there are some important factors to consider. The team needs to work to intentionally and systematically set up the system/device that will best meet the individual needs of the student. Factors to consider include: organization of vocabulary, voice output, which symbol system to use, and the layout, including the size, background color and number of symbols available.