AAC - How to Be a Good Communication Partner in the Classroom

Overview
Join us for a practical webinar exploring AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and how to be a supportive communication partner in the classroom. We’ll focus on simple, meaningful strategies to support AAC users, create inclusive communication opportunities, and help every student participate, connect, and have their voice heard.

Learning Outcomes:

• Teachers will learn about a range of Augmentative and Alternative AAC options that can be used in the classroom to support their students.
• Participants will develop a greater understanding of the key principles of becoming a good communication partner in the classroom
• Participants will be equipped with skills and knowledge to model language in the classroom using AAC.

Facilitator - Aoife Tierney
Aoife is a clinical specialist Speech & Language Therapist. Aoife founded Sparking Speech in 2020 with the intention of creating a Speech & Language Therapy practice that provides high quality assessment and evidence-based intervention. Aoife believes in a child-centred, strengths-based and Neuro-Affirmative approach that allows each child to reach their potential. Aoife loves learning and talking about all things Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) and Gestalt Language Processing (GLP).