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

Planning and Support

Incorporating AAC use in the student’s daily routine and all areas of instruction is essential for successful implementation as stated in this article from ASHA: Integrating AAC into the Classroom. Intentional planning involves collaboration among teachers, paraeducators, related service providers, and families/caregivers. The following resources can help teams develop a consistent plan for effective use of AAC throughout the day:

Team Communication: Roles and Responsibilities in the Educational Setting: list of tasks to be accomplished by team members
Assistiveware's article Plan for AAC throughout the day provides helpful ideas on where, when, and how AAC can be integrated throughout the day.
An Activity-Objective Matrix is a planning resource to assist teams in embedding the use of AAC throughout the daily schedule.