Ling and Jane join us on the show today and explain their AAC platform, Linggo. Communication is a complex concept and requires an interdisciplinary approach, while keeping the needs of the child front and center. Linggo is much different than traditional AACs and the company also provides training for both parents and practitioners, which helps with adoption and adherence.
I absolutely loved reading as a child. I was the classic book worm growing up. I stayed up late to read by flashlight, read at… Read More »Reading to Promote Language
If I want something, I know how to gain access to it. If I am eating my beloved plate of pasta, I need to cover… Read More »Beginner Requesting
Mom says “cookie,” toddler repeats “cookie!” When Grandpa signs “ball,” grandchild also uses sign language to sign “ball.” While enjoying a summer day at the… Read More »Echoic-to-Mand Transfer
What is nonverbal communication? In part, it is body language. Think about meeting someone for the first time, first impressions matter, which is why we… Read More »Nonverbal Communication
The ability to use communication to get basic needs met is of major importance to our students. Verbal requesting (AKA: manding) is a skill that… Read More »Teaching Verbal Requesting
Many of our students struggle with initiating language and conversation. This is why there is usually a strong emphasis on manding and requesting in an… Read More »Manding With ‘Wh Questions’
In our last blog post, we discussed expanding language to 2-3 word phrases using verbs and attributes. In this post, we will discuss expanding language… Read More »Expanding Language Skills – Part 2
When working with a student who is just acquiring language, we spend a lot of time teaching how to answer questions. “What does a dog… Read More »Expanding Language Skills – Part 1
Behaviour is communication. It is our students’ way of telling us how they feel or what they need. Behaviour can have many different forms but… Read More »Function Over Form: Functional Communication Training
