Define AAC/AT
Any device, software or equipment used to improve functional abilities
What is AT?
AT tools to support students with Autism
EX. Communication boards and voice output devices
This law ensures FAPE
What is IDEA?
Teachers may model the use for students with dyslexia
What are text-to-speech tools or audiobooks?
This is a major red flag for a child who needs AAC
Methods/tools that support communication when speech is not reliable
What is AAC?
What AT supports students with Dyslexia?
EX. Text-to-speech and audiobooks
This law prevents discrimination
ADA
A measurable, functional communication
What makes an AAC goal effective
SLP
Who typically leads AAC device assessment?
No tech, low-tech, mid-tech, high tech
What are the levels of AT/AAC?
Tools to support organization and transitions for students with ASD and ADHD
EX. Visual schedules and structured routines
This law focuses on access, not specialized education
What is 504?
This AAC strategy involves adults speaking while using the student's AAC device
The role of a school psychologist within the AAC assessment
Analyzing the educational impact of communication needs
Support communication, independence, and participation
What is the main purpose of AT/AAC?
Tools to support student with ID
EX. Visual schedules and structured routines
This is a key legal requirement in all IEPs
Acknowledging AT services
These supports are commonly used with student who have ADHD to help focus, transitions, and organization
What are visual schedules, timers, and task chunking?
Essential in a comprehensive AAC evaluation
Considering both strengths and barriers to communication
This is a common type of AAC for nonverbal students
Tools to support students with ED
EX. Coping tools like feelings board or calming supports
FAPE
What principal requires a school to meet functional needs?
The instructional principle is important for AAC users and others students who need additional time to process information before responding.
What is wait time?
A comprehensive AAC evaluation that includes communication function, motor access, and environmental supports
What type of assessment is needed when a student has inconsistent communication across settings and partners?