Hybrid event: in-person and live webinar
“Learn the evidence-based benefits and receive a comprehensive overview of partner-augmented input (PAI).
About this event
Course Information
Evidence-based research supports the use of partner-augmented input (PAI), also known as aided language modeling, as an intervention strategy for individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). There are multiple benefits of modeling AAC use, but how can this be done effectively across a child’s many environments? All of a child’s communication partners must be taught how to model on the child’s speech-generating device (SGD) to create an immersion environment for learning the new language!
Day 1 (required*) is an introductory SMoRRESTM level 1 session appropriate for all communication partners including speech-language pathologists, teachers, instructional assistants, and other professionals who work with children using AAC, as well as for parents and caregivers of children using AAC. Participants will set goals for the training, learn why modeling is so important, verbally rehearse the steps to successful modeling, see videos of modeling in the classroom and home, and practice modeling. NOTE: A communication device, app, emulation software, book or board is required to participate in a variety of interactive, hands-on training activities designed for learning or improving modeling skills.
Day 2 (optional) is an intermediate, SMoRRES level 2 session organized to teach participants the 8-step, evidence-based instructional program used to introduce participants to modeling on Day 1. This instructional program can be used to teach adult communication partners such as parents and educators to model on their children’s or students’ devices across environments. Participants will learn the steps involved in implementing the communication partner training program and will be provided with a DVD and a printed manual to enable them to employ the program in their own practices.
* Day 1 is a prerequisite for day 2. Participants who have already attended a full day SMoRRES Level 1 Training (see below for a list of qualifying workshops) may waive registration for day 1 by submitting a course completion certificate.
SMoRRESTM Level 1 Trainings:
- Ingredients to Successful Modeling: SMoRRESTM and Partner-Augmented
-Partner-Augmented Input: Modeling AAC in the Classroom.
- Communication Partner Instruction in Partner-Augmented Input: 8 Steps to Success Day 1
If you would like to register for the day 2 only option please email Kim Sydello at, ksydello@eastersealsdfvr.org with a copy of your prerequisite certificate.”
