Communicating w/Core Vocab. in Snap + Core First(Commerce City, CO) AM

Description

In this session, we will review a core word strategy approach supporting both communication and literacy development for individuals with complex communication needs. Based on best practices, participants will review research and strategies to support core vocabulary for communication as well as core word lesson plans to support literacy development.  We will review the Snap + Core First communication software and demonstrate how to target core vocabulary in communication activities across learning environments.

Learning Outcomes:  Upon successful completion, participants will be able to: 

• Review three language characteristics of a core word strategy
• Describe three targeted activities that support communication with core vocabulary across learning environments
• Describe two types of implementation strategies that support literacy development through core word vocabulary

Check-in begins at 9:00 am

Location:
Adams 14 School District
Board of Education Room
5291 E 60th Avenue
Commerce City, CO  80022

Questions? Contact:
Mary Eadie  mary.eadie@tobiidynavox.com   720-594-9871
Jacob Faircloth jacob.faircloth@tobiidynavox.com  303-241-4761

Participants are expected to be present for the entire program.  Individuals who are not present for the full program will not be recommended for ASHA CEUs.  No partial credit will be provided.

This course will be offered for 0.25 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional Area).

Training type
Implementation Workshop

Open seats
13

Presenter
Patrick Brune
Patrick Brune, M.S., CCC-SLP has over 30 years of clinical experience in the area of AAC. His focus has been on developing tools and supports that create successful communication opportunities for all our customers. Patrick is a member of the Learning Services Team for Tobii Dynavox.