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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
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SUMMARY:Exploring an Increase in Frequency of Intervention in Homecare with New AAC Users
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 18 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe results of a burst of therapy \n2. Identify the benefits of having a burst after first receiving an AAC device \n3. Discuss implications of a burst of therapy
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/exploring-an-increase-in-frequency-of-intervention-in-homecare-with-new-aac-users/
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250903T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T151450Z
UID:6180-1761683400-1761685200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Persistent Gaps and Promising Practices: Employment Experiences of Canadians with Speech Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 62 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the employment-related barriers experienced by Canadians with speech disabilities across the employment lifecycle. \n2. Explain how current employment systems and practices often overlook the communication needs of individuals with speech disabilities. \n3. Discuss actionable strategies for improving employment inclusion and equity.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/persistent-gaps-and-promising-practices-employment-experiences-of-canadians-with-speech-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T184606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T151324Z
UID:5706-1761683400-1761685200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Communication partner training considerations for patients who utilize AAC for communication to assist with reducing abandonment
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 44 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify 3 barriers to AAC carry-over identified by caregivers. \n2. List 3 different evidence-based caregiver training approaches for AAC. \n3. Describe cultural factors related to feature matching with AAC.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/communication-partner-training-considerations-for-patients-who-utilize-aac-for-communication-to-assist-with-reducing-abandonment/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T174032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T151235Z
UID:5629-1761683400-1761685200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Utilization of a Single Preferred AAC System in US Schools
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 24 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the historical AAC assessment processes. \n2. List the stakeholders typically involved in AAC assessments. \n3. Summarize the practices being used in schools that use single preferred AAC systems.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/utilization-of-a-single-preferred-aac-system-in-us-schools/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T152318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T141708Z
UID:5997-1761681600-1761687000@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:BINGO! Promoting AAC Engagement through Family Game Nights
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \n \n  \nSession ID: 119 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1.  Identify at least 2 ways that experienced AAC users can help lead group online game/social activities. \n2.  Identify at least 2 game/social activities that can occur in hybrid (in-person and virtual) settings. \n3. Identify 2 benefits of peer-led social activities.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/bingo-promoting-aac-engagement-through-family-game-nights/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T153300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150816Z
UID:5551-1761681600-1761685200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Finding My Child's Voice: A Parent's Journey to AAC
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 7 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. List examples of tech barriers for AAC users \n2. List examples of how AI can do more for AAC users \n3. List practical steps to support AAC therapy now and in the future
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/finding-my-childs-voice-a-parents-journey-to-aac/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T150733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150704Z
UID:5533-1761681600-1761685200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Decolonizing AAC
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 3 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. List at least 3 things every clinician or educator should be asking clients and families about their language use \n2. Describe at least 3 cultural differences between mainstream American culture and Indigenous cultures of North America \n3. Identify at least 2 ways to include languages other than English in their work with clients.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/decolonizing-aac/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T152606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150544Z
UID:5839-1761681600-1761683400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Tale of Two Districts: Including Everyone & Adopting a Universal Language System Approach
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 78 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe what is meant by a universal first approach to providing AAC supports and services across a school district. \n2.  Describe the thinking that resulted in each district choosing PODD an the universal language approach. \n3. Identify three benefits that the districts identified when reflecting on their journeys. \n4. Explain why a developmental evaluation approach was appropriate for this type of systematic implementation of AAC.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/tale-of-two-districts-including-everyone-adopting-a-universal-language-system-approach/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T180523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150449Z
UID:5661-1761681600-1761683400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Look at my photos: establishing common ground in photo-mediated multimodal interactions involving a child with complex communication needs
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 32 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify multiple communication modalities utilized by the child with CCNs in interactions to negotiate and establish common ground. \n2. List multimodal strategies professionals can strategically use to promote participation and autonomy in therapy. \n3. Describe the role(s) of photos in multimodal interactions involving the child with CCNs.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/look-at-my-photos-establishing-common-ground-in-photo-mediated-multimodal-interactions-involving-a-child-with-complex-communication-needs/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T161139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150338Z
UID:5599-1761681600-1761683400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Speech-Language Pathologists Approach to Goal Writing for AAC: A Survey Study
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 17 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identity linguistic\, operation\, social\, and strategic goals that may be used for children who use AAC. \n2. Describe the results of a national survey of speech-language pathologists that explored goal writing practices. \n3. Discuss the clinical implications of the results of the national survey of speech-language pathologists relative to goal writing for AAC services.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/speech-language-pathologists-approach-to-goal-writing-for-aac-a-survey-study/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T135051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150213Z
UID:5909-1761651000-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Using adapted Q-Methodology to elicit the preferences of persons with aphasia regarding communication strategies to support end-of-life decision-making
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 95 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \nUpon completion of this presentation\, delegates will be able to: \n1. Explain the importance of AAC strategies in supporting persons with aphasia to make end-of-life decisions; \n2. Describe Q-Methodology as a research strategy to elicit the views of participants; \n3. Describe how AAC adaptations to Q-Methodology can facilitate the participation of persons in need of AAC in research aimed at eliciting their views
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/using-adapted-q-methodology-to-elicit-the-preferences-of-persons-with-aphasia-regarding-communication-strategies-to-support-end-of-life-decision-making/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T151923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T141208Z
UID:5989-1761649200-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:The Remarkable Impact of Hiring AAC Users as Paid Speakers
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 117 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify key benefits of hiring AAC users as paid speakers. \n2. Describe strategies for accessible and empowering speaking opportunities that center AAC user autonomy and lived expertise. \n3. Explore approaches to partnering with AAC users in a way that respects communication needs\, preferences\, and professional contributions.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/the-remarkable-impact-of-hiring-aac-users-as-paid-speakers/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T144925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T230228Z
UID:5953-1761649200-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Supporting the Mental Health and Wellness of Children and Youth with AAC at School: What are we doing? What needs to be done?
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 108 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Discuss the unique challenges faced by students who need AAC and how these challenges might impact their mental health and wellbeing. \n2. Identify three current approaches to supporting mental health and wellness for children and youth who need AAC while reflecting on further actions that may be needed. \n3. Describe strategies and steps that school stakeholders can implement to help to ensure students who need AAC are meaningfully included in mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/supporting-the-mental-health-and-wellness-of-children-and-youth-with-aac-at-school-what-are-we-doing-what-needs-to-be-done/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T134820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T145828Z
UID:5905-1761649200-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:AAC in the Mainstream: Innovative Approaches to Inclusion and Access
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 94 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe strategies to help instruct students in a general education setting on using AAC with peers in various classrooms. \n2. Identify possible candidates in various settings to implement and participate in an inclusion program. \n3. Summarize an outlined plan to implement an inclusion program in their own setting. \n4. List activities targeting social skills to create connections between general education and special education populations.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/aac-in-the-mainstream-innovative-approaches-to-inclusion-and-access/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T160310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T145659Z
UID:5587-1761649200-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Equity in Expression: Hot Topics and Bold Moves in AAC Practice
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 14 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Explain why an AAC User should be given access to a large grid size with icons in consistent places \n2. Provide 3 reasons why an AAC User might stim on their device \n3. Explain why an AAC User should be given access to vocabulary related to slang\, humor\, and health
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/equity-in-expression-hot-topics-and-bold-moves-in-aac-practice/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T155251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T145604Z
UID:5563-1761649200-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Marginalized Voices: Inclusive AAC Strategies Through Technology and Community-Based Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 10 \n  \nObjectives:
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/empowering-marginalized-voices-inclusive-aac-strategies-through-technology-and-community-based-advocacy/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T150353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T144957Z
UID:5529-1761649200-1761651000@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Voices Across Borders: Inclusive and Culturally Grounded AAC Innovations in Arabic-Speaking Countries
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 2 \n  \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify key challenges and barriers to AAC implementation in Arabic-speaking countries\, including cultural\, linguistic\, economic\, and systemic factors. \n2. Describe the current state of awareness\, training\, and access to AAC among professionals\, families\, and users across the Arab world. \n3. Evaluate culturally responsive and inclusive strategies for improving AAC accessibility and effectiveness in Arabic-speaking countries. \n4. Formulate actionable recommendations for advocacy\, policy reform\, and professional development that support advancement of AAC services in linguistically and culturally diverse contexts. \n 
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/voices-across-borders-inclusive-and-culturally-grounded-aac-innovations-in-arabic-speaking-countries/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T151724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T144809Z
UID:5822-1761647400-1761652800@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Communication Matters - Tips\, Tools\, & Strategies for the RCMP on a National Scale
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 74 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the key components of the current Communication Matters pilot project. \n2. Discuss the development of a national education initiative for the RCMP\, based on the guiding questions. \n3. Identify strategies and tools that support effective communication between law enforcement and individuals with communication disabilities. \n4. Identify barriers and possible solutions to accessing law enforcement services.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/communication-matters-tips-tools-strategies-for-the-rcmp-on-a-national-scale/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T151454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T004314Z
UID:5981-1761647400-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Alzar la Voz: Desarrollar la Autodeterminación
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 115 \nObjectives: \n1. Esta presentación aumentará el conocimiento de los participantes sobre el desarrollo de habilidades de autodeterminación en usuarios adultos de CAA. \n2. Como resultado de esta presentación\, los participantes aprenderán cómo implementar el cuestionario “Framing a Future”\, una herramienta que permite establecer diferentes objetivos en varias áreas de la vida de un usuario de CAA. \n3. Como resultado\, los participantes comprenderán el valor de contar con un sólido grupo de apoyo entre pares en la comunicación\, para que un usuario de sistemas aumentativos y alternativos (CAA) pueda desarrollar habilidades de autodeterminación. \n4. Como resultado\, los participantes comprenderán cómo el planteamiento de objetivos a futuro afecta emocionalmente a un usuario de CAA. \n  \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Discuss the development of self-determination skills in adult AAC users. \n2. Explain how to implement the “Framing a Future” questionnaire\, a tool that helps set goals across various areas of life for AAC users. \n3. Discuss the value of having a strong peer support group in communication\, enabling AAC users to develop self-determination skills. \n4. Describe how future goal-setting emotionally affects AAC users.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/alzar-la-voz-desarrollar-la-autodeterminacion/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T134113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T144448Z
UID:5893-1761647400-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Communication Matters: Setting up a Mentoring Programme for\, and run by\, AAC users.
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 91 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Define what an AAC Mentor is. \n2. Identify two or more other skills that can benefit qualified AAC mentors. \n3. Discuss two or more positives and negatives of running an AAC Mentoring scheme. \n.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/communication-matters-setting-up-a-mentoring-programme-for-and-run-by-aac-users/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T155913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T184259Z
UID:5863-1761647400-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:The effects of unaided alternative and augmentative communication interventions on communication in children with autism spectrum disorder
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 84 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the effects of unaided AAC on expressive\, receptive\, and social communication in children with ASD. \n2. Discuss the implications for clinical practice with children with ASD using AAC. \n3. Identify current research gaps and future directions in unaided AAC intervention for children with ASD.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/the-effects-of-unaided-alternative-and-augmentative-communication-interventions-on-communication-in-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorder/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T153329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T135441Z
UID:6018-1761645600-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Bridging evidence-based feature-matching with a "single preferred AAC system" within schools
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \n \nSession ID: 124 \n  \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify 6 components of feature matching described by Schlosser’s PESICO template. \n2. Compare and contrast 3 aspects of the stakeholder perspective of classroom educators and school system administrators within the feature matching process. \n3. Describe 3 AAC features required for the intervention of aided language input across a classroom or whole school environment. \n4. Compare and contrast how any two AAC systems best match to the needs of the user\, environment\, stakeholders\, and intervention.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/bridging-evidence-based-feature-matching-with-a-single-preferred-aac-system-within-schools/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T175113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T144002Z
UID:5641-1761645600-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Communication Through Eye Gaze and Access Technologies: Innovations in AAC for Individuals with Complex Needs
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n \nSession ID: 27 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the technical principles of eye gaze access and how understanding these principles may change how you position and evaluate clients using eye gaze. \n2. Demonstrate the ability to assess\, select\, and customize eye gaze AAC systems based on individual user needs\, including motor\, cognitive\, and visual considerations. \n3. Analyze new and emerging technologies and evidence-based practices in eye gaze AAC to support improved communication outcomes across diverse clinical populations.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/empowering-communication-through-eye-gaze-and-access-technologies-innovations-in-aac-for-individuals-with-complex-needs/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T173156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T153053Z
UID:5615-1761645600-1761649200@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Creating a More Inclusive Rehab: AAC Access for Adults with Acquired Injuries
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 21 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Identify ways that augmentative and alternative communication can benefit adults with acquired injuries in inpatient and outpatient settings. \n2. Describe how a patient’s communication needs change throughout their recovery and across the continuum of care. \n3. Describe the ways that augmentative and alternative communication can assist in promoting patient independence and self-advocacy. \n4. Discuss implementation of various communication options for a variety of diagnoses.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/creating-a-more-inclusive-rehab-aac-access-for-adults-with-acquired-injuries/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T160906Z
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UID:5876-1761645600-1761647400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Core Vocabulary Research and Implementation for Students with Communication Support Needs: A Cross-linguistic and Developmental Perspective
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 88 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the stability of core vocabulary patterns across different ages in Hebrew-speaking children and apply these findings to inform AAC vocabulary selection. \n2. Compare core vocabulary similarities between two different linguistic contexts: Hebrew and English and apply these findings to cross-linguistic AAC design. \n3. Evaluate implementation strategies that combine teacher professional development with SLP-led core vocabulary instruction for students with intellectual disabilities and autism. \n4. Identify the language-specific components (function words) that differ from universal core vocabulary and apply these findings to cross-linguistic AAC design.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/core-vocabulary-research-and-implementation-for-students-with-communication-support-needs-a-cross-linguistic-and-developmental-perspective/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T150148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T143252Z
UID:5805-1761645600-1761647400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Asking the Parents: Does trialling powered AAC change parental expectations and perceptions?
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 70 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Consider some of the existing research around parental expectations and the use of AAC \n2. Identify facilitators and barriers that supported implementation during the trial \n3. Reflect on their own decision-making processes and to identify knowledge and training needs
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/asking-the-parents-does-trialling-powered-aac-change-parental-expectations-and-perceptions/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T160627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T143005Z
UID:5872-1761643800-1761647400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Our futures: What UK AAC users want to support our future lives\, a project led by AAC users with AAC users.
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 87 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. IDENTIFY ways to understand what education and training needs AAC users have and want to achieve their future goals \n2. CONTRAST what AAC users want for their future education and training needs with what others perceive AAC users need \n3. COMPARE their own thoughts and ways of working to support AAC users to establish what they want and need to achieve their own future goals
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/our-futures-what-uk-aac-users-want-to-support-our-future-lives-a-project-led-by-aac-users-with-aac-users/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250829T155014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T170842Z
UID:5559-1761643800-1761647400@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Shifting Gears: Using AAC to Drive Self-Determination
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 9 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Analyze and describe 3 ways that Competence\, Autonomy\, and Relatedness contribute to achieving self-determination. \n2. List and describe the 4 Ps of AAC and discuss their significance in promoting self-determination. \n3. Identify and describe at least 2 roles of communication partners and AAC users in developing the elements of self-determination.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/shifting-gears-using-aac-to-drive-self-determination/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250831T151021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195918Z
UID:5977-1761643800-1761645600@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Embodied Communication as Early AAC: Gesture\, Motor Features\, and the Foundations of Symbolic Expression
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 114 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \nThis study explores how motor-based gesture analysis can support early identification of AAC potential and inform system design. \nWe examine how the structural features of gestures—such as rhythm\, trajectory and transitions between body parts—serve as indicators of communicative intent and symbolic capacity.
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/embodied-communication-as-early-aac-gesture-motor-features-and-the-foundations-of-symbolic-expression/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251028T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172827
CREATED:20250830T160321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T142555Z
UID:5868-1761643800-1761645600@conference.isaac-online.org
SUMMARY:Bridging the gap: A mixed method study on shadow teachers' knowledge\, attitudes\, and practices regarding AAC in inclusive schools in Chennai\, Tamilnadu\, India
DESCRIPTION:View a global list of converted local start times \n  \nSession ID: 86 \nObjectives: \nParticipants will be able to: \n1. Describe the shadow teacher’s current knowledge\, and attitude toward AAC \n2. Identify key barriers to effective AAC practice \n3. Propose targeted training strategies for AAC implementation \n4. Evaluate policy implementation for AAC access in LMIC inclusive education context
URL:https://conference.isaac-online.org/event/bridging-the-gap-a-mixed-method-study-on-shadow-teachers-knowledge-attitudes-and-practices-regarding-aac-in-inclusive-schools-in-chennai-tamilnadu-india/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Schedule
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