Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP, Author at AAC Plus

Oct 07

Can AAC Help Kids Learn to Spell? Here’s the Research

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Yes, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can absolutely help children learn to spell, and there is a growing body of research and clinical evidence to support this. AAC provides children...

Oct 03

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Daily AAC Wins in the Classroom You’re Probably Missing

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Quick Summary: Daily AAC wins in the classroom are not limited to big breakthroughs or major milestones. The most profound progress for students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)...

Oct 03

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Creative Ways to Teach Writing to Kids Using AAC

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC For Parents No Comments

Teaching writing to children using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems offers students with speech challenges a true chance at authorship, connection, and literacy. When parents, teachers, and speech-language pathologists...

Oct 02

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Core Words vs. Fringe Words: What Matters Most for Beginners

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Core Words vs. Fringe Words: What Matters Most for Beginners? For beginners in speech therapy, whether using traditional strategies or AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), core words matter most. These...

Sep 25

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Core Vocabulary Strategies That Work Beyond the Classroom

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Core vocabulary strategies can help children with speech challenges communicate well beyond the classroom. By focusing on high-frequency, flexible words and building them into everyday routines, environments, and play, both...

Sep 24

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Core Vocabulary Expansion: When to Add More Words and Why

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP Speech Therapy and AAC No Comments

Core Vocabulary Expansion: When to Add More Words and Why Expanding a child’s core vocabulary is a fundamental part of speech therapy, especially for those using AAC (Augmentative and Alternative...

Sep 19

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AAC Therapy Hacks That Actually Work for All Ages

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

AAC Therapy Hacks That Actually Work for All Ages: Answer-First Overview Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can be life-changing when used intentionally and creatively. The most effective AAC therapy hacks...

Sep 18

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Combining AAC with Speech Therapy to Maximize Results

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Combining AAC with Speech Therapy to Maximize Results: A Practical Guide for SLPs and Families Combining Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) with speech therapy is one of the most effective...

Sep 17

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AAC Practice That Feels Like Play and Actually Works

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

AAC Practice That Feels Like Play Empowering children with speech challenges to use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) successfully goes far beyond drilling vocabulary or sticking to rigid routines. True...

Sep 12

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5 Autism-Friendly Math Activities That Actually Engage

By Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP AAC Apps No Comments

Answer-First Summary: Math can be a joyful, accessible, and meaningful experience for children with autism when activities are adapted to their strengths and learning styles. The five autism-friendly math activities...

Elizabeth Carrier Dzwonek, MA, CCC-SLP

Can AAC Help Kids Learn to Spell? Here’s the Research

Daily AAC Wins in the Classroom You’re Probably Missing

Creative Ways to Teach Writing to Kids Using AAC

Core Words vs. Fringe Words: What Matters Most for Beginners

Core Vocabulary Strategies That Work Beyond the Classroom

Core Vocabulary Expansion: When to Add More Words and Why

AAC Therapy Hacks That Actually Work for All Ages

Combining AAC with Speech Therapy to Maximize Results

AAC Practice That Feels Like Play and Actually Works

5 Autism-Friendly Math Activities That Actually Engage

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