AAC Implementation and Understanding

What does AAC stand for?

• Alternative & Applied Communication

• Alternative & Augmentative Communication

• Alternative & Adaptive Communication

• Alternative & Acoustic Communication

Which team member(s) are responsible for daily implementation of AAC?

• SLP

• Classroom Teacher & Aides

What is the name of the AAC app we most commonly use at Rancho?

If a student is nonverbal, then their AAC device should only include a small number of words.

• True

• False

Which button should you click to access the "Find Word" feature for locating specific words?

Which button should you click to access quick phrases such as "I need to go to the bathroom" or "I need a break"?

Which button should you click to access vocabulary for calendar time?

What is the guided access code and the passcode for unlocking settings on TouchChat?

• 840000

• 00084

• 848484

• 000084

Modeling AAC involves using the AAC device yourself and having the student select what you point to.

• True

• False

A student is selecting random buttons excessively and loudly during class. What can you do?

• Take the iPad from them.

• Say "stop" using a firm tone.

• Acknowledge what they are selecting and attempt to redirect them.

• Lower the volume of the device.