AAC and Pragmatics: Strategies for Teaching Social Language Skills

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AAC Beyond the Therapy Room: The Importance of Sending the Device Home

Understand why AAC devices must go home with students for consistent access and language development…

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Every Word Matters: Why AAC Devices Include a Full Range of Vocabulary

Communication applications include all kinds of words because these applications support a full range of…

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Enhancing Communication for Adults through AAC

Access AAC tools, strategies, and support for adults with stroke, brain injury, or neurological conditions…

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Device Personalization Guide

Personalize AAC vocabulary with family, pets, interests, and favorites using this comprehensive planning guide that…

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AAC Babbling: Why Repetitive Button Pressing on Communication Devices Is a Good Sign

Is your child pressing the same button over and over on their AAC device? That's…

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From Access to Action: A Practical Guide to AAC Accommodations in IEPs

Ensure AAC users have support throughout the school day with essential IEP accommodations and services…

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QuickTalker Freestyle: Get Started Guide for SLPs!

This guide is a reference point for any SLP who is looking on where to…

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Primary Function of AAC Device

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Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology

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What Research Says About AAC

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Embracing High-Tech AAC from the Start

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The Importance of Lite Tech Back Ups for AAC Users

Ensure continuous communication access with lite tech AAC backup strategies when devices are unavailable.

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7 Steps to Make Your First Session with the QTF a Success!

A step-by-step guide to support use of the QuickTalker Freestyle during your first session and…

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Core Vs. Fringe Vocabulary

This resource explains the importance of modeling and incorporating both core and fringe vocabulary on…

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Do’s and Don’ts of AAC: Wait Time

Learn why providing adequate wait time is essential for AAC users to process and compose…

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Is Your Student Resistant to AAC? Here's How to Help Them Embrace Communication!

Is Your Student Resistant to AAC? Here’s How to Help Them Embrace Communication!

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Understanding the Role of Stimming in AAC Communication

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The Importance of Guided Access

Insurance is funding a dedicated communication device, which therefore should be used as just that!

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Successful Speech App Selection, Execution, and Transition—Key Steps and Strategies

Selecting the right speech app for an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device user is…

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Prompting Strategies for New and Seasoned AAC Users

AAC Prompt Hierarchy is a structured approach used to support individuals with communication difficulties.

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Communication Functions: All the Reasons We Communicate

Communication functions help us use language effectively and expand AAC users' communication beyond choices.

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Communication Partner Skills For AAC Learners

Communication partners are essential for AAC users. They should model, wait, prompt, and respond.

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Aided Language Stimulation

Aided Language Stimulation supports AAC users in communication and enhances language skills.

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4 Things Every AAC System Needs

Choose a balanced AAC system that includes core words, quick access to fringe vocabulary, and…

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Are there prerequisites for AAC?

AAC access should not require proof of readiness; we presume competence without prerequisites

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Ensuring the QuickTalker Freestyle Can Only Be Used as a Speech Device

Understand QuickTalker Freestyle restrictions and documentation for dedicated speech device compliance at venues with device…

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