8. Grammatical Boards WordPower Picture Word Power Wordcore (PRC)
(Most manufacturers)
Wordcore (PRC)

10. Symbol organization Size No. per page Single overlay
Cognitive & sensory-perceptual considerations
TASP – Mayer Johnson &
Example from ACE-A book
Size
No. per page
Single overlay
Navigation abilities

11. Evaluation Notes
Form to provide consistent means of recording information during the evaluation session
Use of form helps to promote an organized method for keeping work records
Mechanism to measure progress
Summary of Observations
Evaluation Notes Form

12. Knowledge about device/systems
Type of device (digitized, dynamic display, text-to-speech/keyboard, integrated)
Access method
Symbols used
Rate enhancers
Accessories required
Medicare version required
Cost
Size / weight
Etc.

13. Decision-Making & Supporting Documentation
Device Review
Comparison Chart

18. Dynamic Display

19. Device Assistant FREE Trial Period
Research most AAC devices in one site
Save time
Improve results

24. Device Feature Match

25. Trialing equipment Vendors – local resources Manufacturers
Loan equipment
Rental options
ASHA – list of questions to ask manufacturers

26. Knowledge about best practices
Evidence-based practice refers to an approach in which current, high-quality research evidence is integrated with practitioner expertise and client preferences and values into the process of making clinical decisions.
Web list
To download handouts, go to
go to EVENTS - see materials listed there

27. Up coming workshops in your area
AAC Evaluation Workshop - little or no cost to your organization
For information on “hosting” this event, contact or U.AAC.RX
Come to booth #108 for more information

28. Elizabeth (Libby) Rush, MA, CCC-SLP Independent AAC/AT Consultant
424 Bywood Drive
Durham, NC 27712