Get Low
Every student deserves a way to communicate at all times. We all know this, so what do we do for students who have a broken device, a student who is not using an AAC device at this time, in places where AAC can't go (the pool!), or who is only using one or two words to express themselves.
Low tech is a great way to go. I revised this section after meeting with a classroom team this morning. I took over a low tech core board which the SLP is going to laminate and put on a student's desk. The student does have some words, has some issues with intelligibility, and is not using a communication device. A low tech board is a great way for students to be exposed to the vocabulary, as well as a great support for students who may benefit from multiple means of input (auditory, visual, tactile).
Low tech can be a good substitute if a student is dysregulated. This lessens the task demands of communication as well as removes the sound from the situation.
- Using a laminated CORE board can allow you to go many places
- on a kickboard in the pool
- in the bathroom (laminated so it can be easily cleaned)
- in a setting where students are being quiet (whispering)
Where have you used low tech?
Binder
I love these small ones, they are sturdy, you can add another CORE board in the plastic on the front. Shown with a standard sized folder for size reference.
