There is a significant need for evidence-based practice guidelines that improve school based AAC assessment (Beukelman & Yorkston, 2000; Soto et al., 2001). The results of this study indicate the potential of checklists to improve school-based augmentative and alternative communication assessment and intervention.
Mobile devices and app selection: Who is driving the decision process? – Presentation
Penn State scholar Jessica Caron lead discussion with the PSU AAC Community at Colloquium about changes to the assessment model relative to mobile technologies and applications, and the related impact.
Parents' Experiences With Professionals During & After ASD Diagnosis — Presentation
Poster session reviews the perspectives of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders and how experiences during the diagnostic process impact working with professionals over time.
Kudos to our 1st Year Master's Students!
Warm congratulations to the 1st Year Master’s students at the culmination of their first semester of clinical experiences, and as they prepare to leave for long-term placements over the summer.
AAC Assessment and Interventions for Challenging Behaviors — Presentation
Colloquium discussion reviewed AAC considerations in responding to challenging behaviors.
