SLP Course Details
Course # 5781
AAC Apps: Finding the Right One for Your Client
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CEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; CASLPA/1.0
Course Abstract
Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) apps for mobile devices are increasingly being considered for individuals with significant communication challenges due to congenital and acquired conditions (e.g., autism, aphasia, developmental disability, apraxia). This course discusses resources available to help clinicians identify AAC apps and make feature-based decisions.
Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.Course Learning Outcomes
Preview Exam- After this course, participants will be able to list features of AAC apps.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe how to locate and use resources for identifying AAC apps.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe a process for selecting AAC apps based on their features.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain ways to stay apprised of new developments in AAC apps.
Time-ordered Agenda
| 0-15 Minutes | Introduction and overview of AAC app features |
| 15-25 Minutes | Examples of AAC apps with various features |
| 25-40 Minutes | Resources for identifying AAC apps |
| 40-50 Minutes | Tools for evaluating AAC apps |
| 50-55 Minutes | Staying current on developments in AAC apps |
| 55-60 Minutes | Conclusion; Q&A |
Average Rating (314 Reviews)
Most Recent Comments
Review by: Member
on May 23, 2013
Plenty of specific examples and resources.
Review by: Member
on May 23, 2013
i liked the examples and the breakdowns by the level of complexity of the apps. This is great info to be able to share with parents as well
Review by: Member
on May 20, 2013
learning about Apps in general
Review by: Member
on May 19, 2013
Many examplesShort and informative
Review by: Member
on May 15, 2013
good information, organization somewhat hard to follow
Review by: Member
on May 10, 2013
Presented clearly, objective, good info!
Review by: Member
on May 6, 2013
easy to follow format and concrete examples
Review by: Member
on May 5, 2013
Clear, concise, state of the art and comparative analysis for those who have to update on ACC although once a specialty area of practice
Review by: Member
on May 4, 2013
great list of practical resources
Review by: Member
on May 2, 2013
Something new.
Review by: Member
on April 30, 2013
This course provided me with a comprehensive list of resources I have needed for so long.
Review by: Member
on April 29, 2013
Well organized, practical. Good resources for implementation
Review by: Member
on April 28, 2013
Please share....
Review by: Member
on April 27, 2013
Great topic
Review by: Member
on April 27, 2013
Please share....
Review by: Member
on April 25, 2013
A lot of new information!
Review by: Member
on April 21, 2013
The variety of AAC apps discussed.
Review by: Member
on April 20, 2013
Milyi level information
Review by: Member
on April 19, 2013
aac knowledge
Review by: Member
on April 18, 2013
nice handouts, well organized
Review by: Member
on April 16, 2013
Very well presented and organized
Review by: Member
on April 16, 2013
Good examples
Review by: Member
on April 11, 2013
Lots of good information on available apps and helpful handouts and websites.
Review by: Member
on April 9, 2013
sources of information
Review by: Member
on April 7, 2013
I liked the clear guidelines for what to look for when selecting an app and the handouts.
Review by: Member
on April 3, 2013
Provided information on what to look at in terms of selecting AAC apps for clients.
Review by: Member
on March 31, 2013
Reference lists and tables
Review by: Member
on March 31, 2013
Absolutely acknowledgment of feature matching
Review by: Member
on March 31, 2013
It was very informative.
Review by: Member
on March 30, 2013
Very detailed and categorized/organized well.
Review by: Member
on March 30, 2013
relevant information, good examples
Review by: Member
on March 30, 2013
gained new information for choosing AAC apps for clients
Review by: Member
on March 29, 2013
Provided information that I was not aware of. Organization of material helps me to understand the process of searching for appropriate apps.
Review by: Member
on March 28, 2013
all the resources for AAC
Review by: Member
on March 27, 2013
It was very informative.
Review by: Member
on March 27, 2013
test
Review by: Member
on March 26, 2013
Great information on various apps
Review by: Member
on March 26, 2013
I have been working with AAC apps for the past 2 years, and it gave me several additional tools to use in device/app selection for my future AAC users.
Review by: Member
on March 25, 2013
great handouts/links
Review by: Member
on March 25, 2013
I have always been interested in this topic. Makes me want to explore AAC on the iPhone and iPad more.
Review by: Member
on March 25, 2013
gave lots of examples
Review by: Member
on March 25, 2013
I liked the variety of apps that were shown during the presentation. The presentation had great information about the usefulness of the apps and what kind of patients they are best suited for.
Review by: Member
on March 25, 2013
Provided practical information in an easy to understand format.
Review by: Member
on March 24, 2013
Lists of aac app resources
Review by: Member
on March 24, 2013
Novel apps and website resources
Review by: Member
on March 24, 2013
Practical information in a technological world
Review by: Member
on March 23, 2013
clearly presented. practical suggestions and resources for assistance!
Review by: Member
on March 23, 2013
The course material was a little hard to follow at times. I found myself going back to reread and reread to put the different features together with the various app examples to increase my understanding. But it was still informative and I would recommend this course as a starting point with understanding and choosing AAC apps.
Review by: Member
on March 22, 2013
Written clearly
Review by: Member
on March 22, 2013
organization
Review by: Member
on March 21, 2013
Information given.
Review by: Member
on March 20, 2013
Well organized
Review by: Member
on March 20, 2013
Very specific discussion of the products.
Review by: Member
on March 19, 2013
Good information!
Review by: Member
on March 19, 2013
Gave lots of specific features to consider and gave examples.
Review by: Member
on March 18, 2013
The feature match grids and the reliable resources shared to allow SLPs to read about and review various AAC apps.
Review by: Member
on March 18, 2013
Great examples of Apps!
Review by: Member
on March 18, 2013
I learned of several apps that I did not know about before.
Review by: Member
on March 16, 2013
Content
Review by: Member
on March 16, 2013
Good information with good opportunities for care.
Review by: Member
on March 15, 2013
The app selection guidelines
Review by: Member
on March 15, 2013
the content is timely
Review by: Member
on March 14, 2013
Exam was practical.
Review by: Member
on March 14, 2013
It was presented in a very easily understood format with many good examples.
Review by: Member
on March 14, 2013
Great information for someone already somewhat familiar with AAC and app use for communication.
Review by: Member
on March 13, 2013
information was presented in a straight forwars and concise manner
Review by: Member
on March 12, 2013
Great handouts
Review by: Member
on March 12, 2013
An overview of AAC Apps
Review by: Member
on March 11, 2013
Information on the web sites that provide info on the apps available. Things you needs to consider when choosing apps., Also info on the networking web sites that are helpful.
Review by: Member
on March 11, 2013
Nice handouts...good information
Review by: Member
on March 10, 2013
It was very understandable even for an SLP with little AAC experience,
Review by: Member
on March 10, 2013
It provided a lot of good info o consider when choosing AAC apps.
Review by: Member
on March 10, 2013
Excellently presented.
Review by: Member
on March 9, 2013
The presenter gave a well-organized, interesting, and thorough overview of the variety of apps available, the importance of reviewing different aspects of apps, and the need to do AAC assessment of clients rather than just purchase an app that looks good. Her run-through of specific apps was also valuable, because it allowed her to touch on and reiterate many of her earlier points.
Review by: Member
on March 8, 2013
Good review of materials
Review by: Member
on March 6, 2013
ACC has been so expensive in the past but is now a viable option for those who previously have been unable to obtain high price models.
Review by: Member
on March 5, 2013
It gave a wide range of choices for apps.
Review by: Member
on March 4, 2013
The information/material provided to assess appropriate aac app choice was very helpful
Review by: Member
on March 3, 2013
The course provided a plethora of highly useful information with regard to the role of the SLP in selection of AAC apps for particular clients. Questions at the end of the course were clear making learning a much more positive experience.
Review by: Member
on March 3, 2013
Good information regarding regarding AAC's
Review by: Member
on March 2, 2013
A wealth of information.
Review by: Member
on March 2, 2013
This course had excellent references, images and tools that can be used.
Review by: Member
on February 28, 2013
resources
Review by: Member
on February 28, 2013
I appreciated the examples provided and break-down of applications.
Review by: Member
on February 27, 2013
I loved the variety of apps that were suggested. It gives me a place to start to look for apps.
Course Information
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Course Presenter
Carole Zangari, Ph.D.
Dr. Carole Zangari is a professor of Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders at Nova Southeastern University. She teaches master’s and doctoral classes on AAC, provides clinical supervision to graduate students working with clients who use AAC, and coordinates the AAC lab. Dr. Zangari is co-editor of Practically Speaking: Language, Literacy, and Academic Development of Students with AAC Needs and is a past coordinator of ASHA’s Special Interest Group in AAC. Dr. Zangari blogs at www.PrAACticalAAC.org.
Disclosure: Financial disclosure: Co-editor of Practically Speaking: Language, Literacy, and Academic Development of Students with AAC Needs. Nonfinancial disclosure: Past coordinator of ASHA’s Special Interest Group in AAC; blog at www.PrAACticalAAC.org.
Continuing Education Information
CEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; CASLPA/1.0
Passing an online exam will be required to earn continuing education credit.
Please Note: The CEU exam and course evaluation must be completed within 30 days of course registration.
To participate in the course, complete the CEU exam and earn continuing education credit, you must be a CEU Total Access member.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Assn.
This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional Area)
Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Certified members of the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with SpeechPathology.com. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All CASLPA members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.
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