In the ever-changing, wide-ranging, often overwhelming, and profoundly individualized realm of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), all stakeholders need a wealth of knowledge and a toolbox filled with resources. New Discoveries is a series highlighting resources (some new/new to you, some you may have forgotten about) that might be of interest and use. We encourage you to explore and judge for yourself which to add to your toolbox.

Resource to Explore: Talking With Tech AAC podcast

What is Talking With Tech?

Talking With Tech is an AAC podcast (a digital audio file that you can listen to, in this case available as a weekly series, and that you can subscribe to for automatic updates).

“How do people with complex communication needs learn to use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)? Join speech-language pathologists (SLPs) Rachel, Lucas, and Chris as they answer your questions, discuss relevant research and give you updates on the latest and greatest developments in the field of AAC! Interviews with industry thought-leaders, clinicians, parents, researchers, users, and app developers help you stay up-to-date on the latest devices and apps, best practices for device selection and implementation, ideas for working with communication partners, and more!”

Why should I consider checking it out?

• It’s FREE!

• It’s a great addition to your personal learning network. Get exposed to new information and different perspectives. So much to learn!

• You can listen when (and where) it’s convenient for you.

• Loads of practical information and links to resources.

Where can I learn more?

Visit the Talking With Tech page on the XceptionalEd website for links to all available episodes (as well as show notes). Talking With Tech also has a Facebook group and Facebook page. And you can find them on Twitter.