In recognition of the hard work and achievement of Penn State doctoral student, Dr. Jennifer Thistle!
"Talking about Emotions Using Culturally Sensitive AAC" — Publication
Based on research findings, Ji Young Na’s article emphasizes that we can begin by supporting families and professionals to have a better awareness about the need for individuals with Complex Communication Needs (CCNs) to have access to emotion language in their AAC systems, beyond happy, sad, angry, so they can have meaningful conversations about their feelings, opinions, interests, and beliefs, as well as their wants and needs.
Congratulations, Dr. Thistle!
Celebrating the milestones of PSU PhD scholars.
PhD Scholars Present at 29th Annual Graduate Exhibition
Poster presentations by PSU doctoral students reviewed some of their research to date: emphasizing features informing AAC design, a tool for considering emotional literacy, and supports for adults with ASD.
A Survey of SLPs’ Decisions When Designing Aided AAC Displays — Presentation
Jennifer Thistle’s ASHA 2013 Technical Research Session reviews results of an online survey of SLPs regarding their process of developing AAC supports for school-age children.