Beginning Word Reading and Spelling for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Users (New!)
Professionals working with Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) users often find it challenging to assess and intervene with conventional beginning literacy skills. How do I know if my students are learning if they can't read aloud? How do I know if they are learning sounds and letters if they can't tell me? How can I modify phonemic awareness lessons if they can't say the sounds? How do I know if they are understanding what they read? This training will answer these questions and many more. Join us as we take a deep dive into word learning for students who are non-speaking.
Intended Audience
- Professionals interested in improving the literacy skills of AAC users including but not limited to:
- Speech-language pathologists
- Special education teachers
- Psychologists
- Administrators
- Occupational therapists
Participants Will
- Describe the importance of word level reading and spelling for AAC users
- Explain current models of word reading and spelling as related to AAC users
- Explore assessment of word level reading and spelling skills for AAC users
- Modify instruction and intervention for AAC users to improve word level reading and spelling
Presenter
Janet McLellan, Ph.D., M.A., CCC-SLP-L, Speech-Language Pathologist
Date
Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Registration
Beginning Word Reading and Spelling for AAC Users Registration
