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Eliza Smith

 

Eliza Smith, M.S., CCC-SLP PRC-Saltillo Regional Consultant

 

 

Bridging the Gap Before an SGD Arrives: Ideas to Support Partners

The time from the original evaluation to the time the client has their own device may span several months. There can be a lot of waiting in the process, but this can be productive time to work with the child’s team to lay crucial groundwork for supporting their communication and language now and in the future!
This technical session will highlight how to use device emulation software and low-tech communication supports to facilitate team buy-in and understanding of the AAC system. The session will provide examples of how to utilize emulation software to support communication partners in learning the device vocabulary file, creating visual supports, and interacting with the vocabulary in the child’s environments.

 

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Cara Hunt

 

Cara Hunt

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Communication Equity: Giving Everyone A Voice

Over 86% of students with disabilities suffer from presentation and communication anxiety. This session by Present Pal will focus on the importance of oral communication as a life skill based on Chris’ personal challenges as a student with dyslexia. In this session we will also discuss how Present Pal, a UDL tool, can support individuals as an accommodation for this challenge in school, higher education and the workplace.

 

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