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AAC for the SLP: How to Consider, Trial, Document, and Implement AAC (On-demand)

What does an AAC consideration process look like? What AAC supports are available, and how is a trial conducted? When is AAC educationally necessary, and how is that documented in the IEP? What about goals and implementation? Are there modifications to our approach for AAC users identified as Gestalt Language Processors? Participants will be able to answer these questions and more as they boost their knowledge and confidence in the realm of AAC.

A Guide for Paraeducators: Developmentally Appropriate Supports for Students with Intellectual Disabilities and Challenging Behaviors (On-demand)

Ever wonder why your student does not respond to a particular support? Ever wonder why reinforcement “doesn’t work” with your student? Ever wonder why your student needs so much prompting? Have you ever considered nontraditional approaches and matching supports and strategies to the student’s developmental level of functioning? This workshop will address these questions and explain how developmentally appropriate supports and strategies can help increase positive engagement in students.

B-3 The First Fron(tier)!: An Overview of Tier 1 Positive Behavior Supports for ALL Students

There is an abundance of empirical research to indicate it is best practice to intervene before problematic behaviors occur. The application of universal interventions (primary prevention) can lead to a reduction in office discipline referrals, reduction in suspensions, referrals for special education, and improved academic performance. Universal supports and instruction are the core supports and strategies provided to all students within the school to promote successful student outcomes and prevent school failure.

B-1 A Guide for Paraeducators: Developmentally Appropriate Supports for Students with Intellectual Disabilities and Challenging Behaviors

Ever wonder why your student does not respond to a particular support? Ever wonder why reinforcement “doesn’t work” with your student? Ever wonder why your student needs so much prompting? Have you ever considered nontraditional approaches and matching supports and strategies to the student’s developmental level of functioning? This workshop will address these questions and explain how developmentally-appropriate supports and strategies can help increase positive engagement in students.