AAC Primer - by Avaz

This course is specially curated to bring in Awareness and Acceptance of multimodal communication.  Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is one of the modes of communication to help individuals with Speech difficulties. AAC helps many people to express their thoughts, wants, needs, ideas, feelings etc., and to communicate autonomously.

This course can be viewed by parents & professionals (such as SLPs (speech language pathologists) / speech therapists / OTs (occupational therapists), PTs (physical therapists), clinical psychologists, developmental paediatricians, Paediatric Neurologists) or anyone who wants to understand the basics of AAC or is a communication partner for a non-speaking or minimally speaking individual.

The course is curated by Team Avaz (Lalitha Nagarajan) and moderated by Niveditha Ryali (Speech Therapist).

This course offers an exploration of AAC, encompassing its fundamentals, debunking AAC myths, and presenting facts. Moreover, it highlights the significant advantages of using Avaz AAC for individuals.   The course illustrates how AAC can help unleash the true potential of the child.

Goals:

1. Grasping AAC fundamentals - The primary goal of this course is to establish a firm grasp of the basics of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

2. Exploring Avaz: To delve into Avaz as an AAC solution, by understanding its key features to customize it for an individual

3. AAC's practical impact in daily life: To highlight the tangible benefits of AAC implementation in a child's daily routine, showcasing its role in enhancing communication and participation.

4. Recognizing the potential of AAC: To effectively showcase the transformational impact and potential of AAC, shedding light on how this communication method can empower users in remarkable ways.