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Some Quick and Easy Tools for Creating Visuals to Support Learning

Posted on: May 9, 2018 Last updated on: May 9, 2018 Written by: Kathryn Helland Comments: 2

Many people with complex communication needs (CCN) can benefit from the use of visual supports to help them anticipate their daily schedule and make them aware of  changes in their routines. Visuals can also be used to break down new…

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Using both AAC and Spoken Words.

Posted on: April 23, 2018 Last updated on: April 24, 2018 Written by: Kathryn Helland Comments: 0

AAC is not simply for those who cannot speak.  That’s why it’s called Augmentative and Alternative Communication.  On Twitter, I have encountered several autistic adults who speak and use AAC. They have a lot to say and I am learning…

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AT Tip of the Week: Text to Speech AAC on the Fly

Posted on: April 2, 2018 Last updated on: April 2, 2018 Written by: Kathryn Helland Comments: 0

If you have an Apple device, you can turn it into an instant text to speech, speech generating device.  Of course, AAC selection is a process and this instant text to speech is not a long term solution. But, it…

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Autism Spectrum Disorders and Communication

Posted on: April 27, 2017 Last updated on: June 29, 2017 Written by: Kathryn Helland Comments: 0

About Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) What are Autism Spectrum Disorders The term “Autism Spectrum Disorder” refers to a developmental disorder that can cause severe social, communication and behavioral challenges. It is often used as an “umbrella term” that has, in…

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