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Practically Speaking: Language, Literacy, And Academic Development For Students With Aac Needs
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When K12 Students Use Augmentative And Alternative Communication (Aac), What Can Slps And Educators Do To Ensure The Best Academic And Social Outcomes? They'Ll Find Out In This Accessible Guidebookevery Professional'S Key To Helping Students Develop The Language And Literacy Skills That Lead To Higher Academic Achievement And Positive Peer Relationships.A Musthave Guide For Educators And Slps Who Provide Communication Support, This Book Answers Pressing Questions About Working With Students Who Use Aac And Helps Teachers Skillfully Meet Student Needs While Satisfying The Demands Of Their Curriculum. Preservice And Inservice Educators And The Slps Who Work With Them Will Learn To Collaborate Effectively To Improve Outcomes For Students Who Use Aac Determine Student Needs Through Effective, Ongoing Reading, Writing, And Language Assessments Develop Ieps Based On Each Child'S Language, Communication, And Literacy Goals Help Students Move Beyond Emergent Literacy And Develop The Skills Research Identifies As The Keys To Reading Success Meet Idea Requirements By Adapting The General Curriculum So All Students Participate And Achieve Support Students' Successful Use Of Various Aac Technologies, Such As Communication Boards, Word Prediction Software, And Speech Generating Devices Supplement Classroom Instruction With Visual And Oral Scaffolding Supports For Students With Aac Needs Promote Positive Social Relationships And Friendships Between Students Who Use Aac And Their Peersto Provide Students Who Use Aac With The Best Support, Readers Will Get Clear Descriptions Of Instructional Techniques, Guidelines For Curriculum Adaptations, And Practical Tools And Visual Aids Such As Model Intervention Plans, Task Analysis Forms, And Charts Of Sample Accommodations.Balancing Practical Strategies With Uptodate Research, This Book Unlocks Language And Literacy Skills For Children Who Use Aac And Lays The Groundwork For Longterm School And Social Success.Practically Speaking Is Part Of The Augmentative And Alternative Communication Series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Practically Speaking'? A: 'Practically Speaking: Language, Literacy, and Academic Development for Students with AAC Needs' focuses on providing strategies for educators and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) to support K-12 students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in developing their language and literacy skills.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Practically Speaking' is Gloria Soto, Ph.D., who has expertise in the field of speech-language pathology and education.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Practically Speaking' contains 360 pages, offering a comprehensive guide on AAC strategies and techniques.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of 'Practically Speaking' is available in paperback binding, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Practically Speaking' published? A: 'Practically Speaking' was published on January 8, 2009, and offers insights that are still relevant for today's educators and SLPs.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: Key features of 'Practically Speaking' include practical strategies for AAC implementation, guidelines for curriculum adaptations, instructional techniques, and visual aids such as model intervention plans and task analysis forms.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both pre-service and in-service educators? A: Yes, 'Practically Speaking' is designed for both pre-service and in-service educators, as well as SLPs, providing valuable information for anyone working with students who use AAC.
- Q: What type of outcomes does the book aim to improve for students using AAC? A: 'Practically Speaking' aims to improve both academic and social outcomes for students using AAC by equipping educators and SLPs with effective strategies and techniques.
- Q: Does the book provide any information on creating IEPs? A: Yes, the book includes guidance on developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on each child's language, communication, and literacy goals.
- Q: What is the educational level targeted by this book? A: 'Practically Speaking' targets K-12 educators and professionals in the field of speech-language pathology, focusing on effective communication support for students with AAC needs.