Continuing on with your mapping.
Guest speaker: discussing augmentative and alternative communication (International AAC month)
How do people communicate? Not just talking. So how else do people communicate? Several students at the school who cannot communicate by speaking. Making sounds. Nodding your head.
People who can't speak may have cerebral palsy, autism, cognitive disability, traumatic brain injury, aphasia after a stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, or others.
Communication access symbol. Typing on a board. Pointing to a symbol. Electronic device.
Everyone has different needs for accessing communication.
How do communicate better to a person regarding access:
Speak to the person. Make eye contact.
Speak in a normal tone of voice.
Don't speak in a childish manner.
Ask the person "is there anything you want me to do when communicating with you?"
Be patient and give time.
Make an effort to understand
Group presentation plans due on Monday.
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