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Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Centre for Autism Services Alberta

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This presentation introduces Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) as a way to communicate outside of spoken communication with a particular focus on the neurodiversity perspective.



We will dive into what AAC is, who is a good candidate, AAC and language development, and how one might effectively teach someone to use AAC in their natural environment.

 

 

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