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Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)

Organization United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication National community advancing AAC for users, families, and professionals across the U.S. Visit site Organization American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) ASHA's AAC overview and clinical resources for practitioners, educators, and families. Visit site Assessment Tool Communication Matrix Profile communication skills for individuals with severe or multiple disabilities. Visit site Assessment Assessment of Learning Process for AAC Structured framework for evaluating AAC learning outcomes. Visit site Blog / Resource PrAACtical AAC Research-to-practice resources, strategies, and news for AAC practitioners and families. Visit site

General AT in Education

PDF Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual (2020 Edition) Comprehensive ISBE guidance for AT implementation in Illinois public schools. Download PDF Organization Innovations in Special Education Technology (ISET) CEC division dedicated to advancing the use of technology in special education. Visit site Standards Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology Services Nationally recognized framework for evaluating the quality of AT services in education. Visit site PDF U.S. Dept. of Education — Myths & Facts: AT Devices and Services Clarifies common misconceptions about assistive technology under IDEA. Download PDF

Training

Training Platform Infinitec Free online AT training and professional development from the Illinois Assistive Technology Program. Visit site Training Platform AbleNet Resources AbleU professional learning hub for AT implementation and switch access strategies. Visit site Training Platform PRC-Saltillo Training and Education Device training, CEUs, and clinical resources for PRC-Saltillo AAC users and professionals. Visit site Training Platform Tobii Dynavox Learning Hub On-demand learning, webinars, and certification for Tobii Dynavox device users. Visit site

Accessible Educational Materials

State Resource Illinois NIMAS-NIMAC Information ISBE guidance for obtaining NIMAS files and accessible formats for Illinois students. Visit site PDF Illinois NIMAS-NIMAC Guidance: Obtaining Accessible Instructional Materials Step-by-step guidance document for Illinois educators and school districts. Download PDF National Resource National Center on Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Tools, guidance, and resources for providing accessible materials to all learners. Visit site Framework CAST Universal Design for Learning Guidelines The UDL framework for designing flexible, accessible, and inclusive learning experiences. Visit site Reference National Center on Disability and Access to Education (NCDAE) Cheatsheets Quick-reference accessibility guides for educators and web content creators. Visit site Media Resource The Described and Captioned Media Program Free described and captioned educational media for students with sensory disabilities. Visit site Guidelines Guidelines and Best Practices for Captioning Educational Video Standards for producing accurate, quality captions in educational video content. Visit site