UPCOMING NWACS EVENTS:
April 21 at 6 pm PT: NWACS Study Buddies (virtual)
April 24 at 7 pm PT: NWACS AAC Learning Network event (virtual)
April 28 at 1 pm PT (🕐 new time!): NWACS AAC+GLP Caregiver Meetup (virtual)
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The Science of Reading is for Everyone
The second in a three-part series on the 'science of literacy', this article explores the science of reading and the five essential elements of reading instruction.
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Literacy Instruction for All
Casey kicks off a three-part series on the 'science of literacy' with this introduction to literacy instruction for all.
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AACross the World: Thailand
Rachel traveled to Thailand earlier this year with Therapy Abroad. She shares her experiences.
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AAC Spotlight: Esther Klang
In the Spotlight: Esther Klang, CPACC and AAC User
Esther is an adult augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT) user with an acquired communication disability.
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AAC and Literacy in a High School: How We Did It
Margaret shares how she has been working to implement literacy instruction at a high school.
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AAC, Literacy, and Me
Pixie shares their experiences and thoughts on learning literacy skills as an AAC user.
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The Loneliness of Not Being Able to Communicate
We welcome Esther Klang to the NWACS blog. She shares about the loneliness she experienced when she woke up from surgery with a communication disability. With no access to or education about AAC.
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Let’s Talk AAC: Using Shared Writing to Support Literacy Development
An exploration of shared writing to support literacy development.
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Ask an AAC User: Interview with an 8-year-old and his Parent
Book Review: Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally
NWACS board member Kelly shares her thoughts about the book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally by Emily Ladau (2021)
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