Communicating with an AC User

Strategies to use when communicating with a person who uses augmentative communication.
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Partner Assisted Scanning

Specific directions for how to approach partner assisted scanning with your child.
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Eye Gaze - Using your eyes to communicate

Instructions for using eye gaze as a method of communication.
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How to use a device so your child will too…

Strategies for communication partners (parents, caregivers, educators) to support children using Speech Generating Devices.
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Suggestions for Message Pairs

Examples of message pairs that can be used with a child's voice output device to offer choices and facilitate communication during various activities. The PDF allows for customization with additional ideas based on the child's specific activities and preferences.
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What Can I Say? - Sequential Message

Some ideas for messages that can be used on a sequential message voice output device.
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What Can I Say? - Single Message

Some ideas for messages that can be used on a single message voice device.
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Theme & Clarification Boards

This resource also offers links to various websites that provide pre-made communication boards.
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Topic Board

Learn how a Topic Board can help a child/youth clarify their message or initiate a conversation.
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Conversation Books

Conversation Books are personalized books created for children with communication challenges, using a collection of objects, pictures, and resources to support their primary mode of communication. What should you include in a Conversation Book?
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Teaching Yes/No Questions

Guidance on teaching yes/no questions to learners by starting with simpler accept/reject questions and gradually progressing to more complex concepts.
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Symbol Place Mats

Meal or snack times can be a great opportunity for children to practice using communication symbols to make requests, comment, ask questions, or seek help.
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