Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC)
Augmentative alternative communication (AAC) is used when a student is non-verbal, or when a student's natural speech is not meet their functional communication needs. AAC includes all forms of communication (other than oral speech) that are used to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas. Augmentative aids such as picture and communication symbol boards or electronic devices are available to help people express themselves. These communication devices should not replace normal speech, but instead are tools to help an individual communicate. The resources I have focused on are all electronic. We have an amazing number of applications available to help students communicate, and with technology being so advanced today it is often easiest to use these apps because you can install them on your tablet or your phone for quick access wherever you may be!
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
This link will take you to an article by the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association which gives more details about what AACs are and talks about different types of AACs. This is a good reference for anyone wanting to learn more about AACs. This is also a good starting point for anyone looking for information to help someone having communication difficulties find support.
Autism Apps
This is a list of apps that may be helpful to teachers and parents. The search function allows you to search only for apps that work with your device, and it allows you to look for apps by age level or by type (social skills, educational, etc.). This list does not only contain AAC applications, but it is a good starting point if you are looking for an application that is right for you.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
This link will take you to an article by the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association which gives more details about what AACs are and talks about different types of AACs. This is a good reference for anyone wanting to learn more about AACs. This is also a good starting point for anyone looking for information to help someone having communication difficulties find support.
Autism Apps
This is a list of apps that may be helpful to teachers and parents. The search function allows you to search only for apps that work with your device, and it allows you to look for apps by age level or by type (social skills, educational, etc.). This list does not only contain AAC applications, but it is a good starting point if you are looking for an application that is right for you.
Proloquo2go
Proloquo2go is a symbol supported communication app. With this application, you can speak by tapping buttons with words or phrases. You can create and edit buttons with 14,000 symbols or photographs. It has basic communication vocabulary for beginning communications, and you can customize the program to meet the needs of the individual using it. This is a great application to assist anyone having communication difficulties.
My First AAC
My First AAC is an augmentative and alternative communication application for the iPad that is specifically designed for young children. The icons are organized by categories designed to reflect children’s natural speech development. You have category icons such as greetings, food, or feelings. This app is designed for use with children 18 months and older.