Switch Scanning Webinar - A masterclass from leading AAC clinicians
For registration head to: https://www.agosci.org.au/event-5401438
Start 30th Oct 2023 (AEDT)
End 3rd Nov 2023 (AEDT)
LocationHybrid: Online, in-person, and self-paced
AGOSCI Member Discount – $290.00
AGOSCI Volunteer – $250.00
Standard Non-member – $380.00
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Overview
Communicating using a speech generating device through auditory scanning presents unique and demanding challenges for an AAC user. Providing the AAC user with the option of auditory scanning is much more than a couple of simple toolbox choices. It requires careful consideration of how symbols are used, how symbols are organized in quadrants and rows, and the auditory prompts that provide clues as to what is contained in each group of symbols. This is essential to minimize the cognitive load for communicating through auditory scanning.
This masterclass series includes:
4 learning modules (includes a hands-on workshop option)
Plus: LIVE Q&A event with all the presenters
To be completed over one week (Oct 30 - Nov 3)
Learning outcomes
After attending this presentation, participants will be able to:
- Discuss current scanning options.
- Describe considerations and design factors for the use of auditory scanning in a Minspeak® system.
- Identify factors that influence the design of an auditory scanning array.
- Identify access needs and use of switches for auditory scanning.
- Implement strategies for teaching expressive language through auditory scanning.
Target Audience
This presentation is geared towards individuals on a multi-disciplinary team who support AAC users who need auditory scanning as an access method. Information will be relevant to educators, assistive technology specialists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and family members/advocates.
Presented By
Tracy Kovach, Karen Kangas, Michele Bishop, and Gail Van Tatenhove.
Important Information - Please Read Carefully
This is a multi-part event, with hybrid online and in-person attendance options. The content is pre-recorded by the team of 4 presenters.
AGOSCI is offering in-person and online learning opportunities with trained Liberator facilitators in Australia, plus a live Q&A with the 4 presenters direct from the USA.
Learning is designed to occur over the duration of a week, finishing with a LIVE Q&A with the presenters on Friday 3rd November.
NOTE: Some content can be completed in a self-paced manner. However, the learning content will NOT be available after November 3rd. Self-paced learners must complete all modules on or before November 3rd.
Please see an example learning schedule here:
| Monday 30th | Tuesday 31st | Wednesday 1st | Thursday 2nd | Friday 3rd |
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Module 1 Self paced
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Module 2 live in person or online 4 hours |
Rest day! No new content today. |
Module 3 self paced or online
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Module 4 & live Q & A online
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Module content and details
Module 1 (self-paced):
Covers historical approaches for supporting auditory scanners, along with case study examples of custom systems developed for auditory scanners.
Approximately 60 minutes duration.
Self-paced content. A recording and learning materials will be provided.
Aim to complete this module in your own time, before October 31st.
Module 2 (in-person OR online OR self-paced):
A hands-on session requiring access to relevant technology
You will evaluate organizational strategies frequently implemented with auditory scanners. Through hands-on activities, you will learn how to modify the arrangement of multi-meaning symbols based on frequency of use, adjust auditory prompts, and more!
Approximately 3 hours of content, and up to 4 hours of learning when allowing for time to stop for hands-on activities.
In-person events happening on Tuesday, October 31st.
See more details below for Module 2 event options!
Module 3 (online OR self-paced):
You will learn how to support access development, with specific information on motor development and switch options.
Approximately 2 hours duration.
- Option 1: can be completed as a self-paced module. A recording and learning materials will be provided.
- Option 2: can attend an online event with a live audience to watch the content together, on Thursday November 2nd. Zoom link provided in your event confirmation email.
Module 4 (online OR self-paced):
You will learn strategies for teaching the organization of the vocabulary and supporting the expressive language development of auditory scanners.
Approximately 60 minutes duration.
- Option 1: can be completed as a self-paced module. A recording and learning materials will be provided.
- Option 2: can attend an online event with a live audience to watch the content together, on Friday November 3rd. Zoom link provided in your event confirmation email. This session will be followed immediately by a LIVE Q&A with the presenters.
Q&A with the presenters (LIVE online):
Streaming live via zoom on November 3rd.
Opportunity to ask the presenters any questions about the content covered during the masterclass series.
Approximately 1 hour duration.
Module 2 hands-on learning options
Attend an in-person workshop hosted by trained Liberator facilitators in Brisbane (Shailer Park 4:30pm – 8:30pm), Sydney (Ashfield 1-5pm), Melbourne (Forest Hill 4pm – 8pm) or Perth (Coolbinia 1-5pm) ; Or
Attend an online workshop via Zoom (1-5pm AEDT), hosted by AGOSCI and facilitated by trained Liberator staff. Must have access to own technology for this option; Or
Complete the module as a self-paced module. Must have access to own technology for this option. You can pause/stop the recording to practice the hands-on activities in your own time.
Technology required for completing Module 2 at home:
Participants should have either:
(1) an Accent speech generating device and 2 switches OR
(2) a computer running the PASS software with Unity®84 loaded into the PASS software.
If using a computer with the PASS software, specific keyboard keys are used to simulate the use of 2 switches.
You can download the FREE PASS software here.