On February 27, 2010, the California Speech-Langauge-Hearing Association (CSHA), District 7 presented the 6-hour workshop AAC: A Framework for Applying the Latest Technology hosted by Pasadena Child Development Associates. To view flier,
click here. The agenda included:
- Historical perspectives and current trends in AAC, presented by Cynthia Cottier, MA, MEd, CCC
- Guided video observation and assessment using the ICF-CY guidelines (World Health Organization) presented by Sharon Rogers, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
- AAC decision making, presented by Mary Ann Abbott, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, ATP, and technology demonstrations from Prentke Romich, Dynavox, Words+, and tobii/ATI
- Hands-on time and demonstration with devices and representatives
- A discussion of funding options for speech generating devices presented by Gwendolyn Meier, MA, CCC-SLP, MT-BC
Workshop participants were given the opportunity to join the Southern California Augmentative and Alternative Communication Network (SCAAC-N) via a voluntary, free sign-up sheet.
