Modeling AAC at Home: A Beginner's Guide for Parents

Wondering exactly HOW to model Augmentative Alternative Communication for your child? Are you a parent who has a lot of questions? Like: "Do I select every word in a sentence?" "When do I model?" " Why is modeling important?"

Here's a simple, straightforward explanation with examples of how to model AAC. Also, see some easy suggestions for modeling during at-home activities so you can get started right away.

I'm Anne Page, an ASHA-certified SLP who loves working with students who have complex communication needs. Do you like this video? Then hit the thumbs-up button so other parents and professionals can see it, too. Subscribe to my channel so you can be the first to know when new helpful videos are released.

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[nellyidrogo]

This was so helpful !! I'm a psychologist and this topic was part of a project, thanking you from Mexico.

[ashleys]

Thank you! Patient education is everything with AAC 💯 Very helpful 😁

[adelaideweatherburn]

Thank you a nice explanation! This video will supplement my lesson for parents!

[Divina]

What AAC program did you use to model there with.

[tomlarson]

I think “up” for clean up is confusing. Many children understand “up “ as when they want to be picked from floor or crib .