Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLPFeb 22, 20222 minTrialing AAC apps! How to choose a communication system? With so many AAC apps out there, how do we determine what best fits the communication needs of an AAC user? The purpose of a trial is to...
Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLPFeb 15, 20222 minA Dual-Paradigm Approach for MSDs and AAC for ChildrenFor children with motor speech disorders, a dual paradigm approach is recommended with a focus on both improving natural speech skills,...
Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLPFeb 8, 20222 minCommunication Partner Training for AAC and AphasiaDid you know? A component of AAC intervention for individuals with aphasia includes communication partner training (Simmons-Mackie et...
Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLPFeb 1, 20222 minLTM Prompting Increases Multi-Symbol Message ProductionNew AAC users may require more support when learning new language concepts. Prompting is used to facilitate a new skill (Neitzel &...