Webinar Wednesday: Aided Language: From Research to Practice

For children and adults with complex needs, Aided Language Stimulation (ALS) is a communication strategy, where a communication partner teaches symbol meaning and models language by combining his or her own verbal input with selection of vocabulary on the Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) system. The resource featured below from AAC Language Lab helps to provide a visual overview of the definition, procedures, tips and resources. 

Additionally, the blog PrAACticalAAC offers a plethora of video, printable and other resources to support those new to Aided Language or those looking to further their knowledge. 

If you're interested in learning more about Aided Language, be sure to register for the webinar presented by AAC experts Kelly Fonner and Sharon Redmon. Information and a live link to register is listed below: 

DATE:

June 11, 2019, 01:00 pm CST - 60-minutes

TITLE:

Aided Language: from Research to Practice

DESCRIPTION:

“Aided language may be defined as the use of communication aides in face-to-face conversations.” (VonTetzchner, 2018). Various AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) vendors & presenters talk about the use of Aided Language Stimulation, Modeling, Aided Input and other methods of introducing a language system to an individual with CCN (Complex Communication Needs). In this webinar we will provide the research background on Aided language, explain aspects and skills related to utilizing it in your practice, and give usable examples of its implementation into real life in school, community and home. Learn how to model because it is not as easy as it sounds..

COST:

FREE

PRESENTER:

KELLY FONNER

 & 

SHARON REDMON

LEARN MORE & REGISTER