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Wed Jan 30 20:16:02 UTC 2019

Hello to all: 
Here’s a conference you may find interesting! Please take time to explore.
Marchele Davis 
Phone: (203)314-5298

From: EASTCONN 
Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2019 7:01 AM
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Subject: EASTCONN Presenting at CT TECH ACT Conference

      Join EASTCONN AT Staff at the March 29 Conference! 

                                EASTCONN is proud to announce
                                that several of our Assistive Technology Specialists will present at the  
                                2019 Connecticut Achievement 
                                Through Assistive Technology
                                Conference 
                                Friday, March 29, 2019   
                                at the Downtown Hartford Hilton, CT

                                CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 

                                Intro to AAC Implementation: Basic “Talker” Training 

                                PRESENTERS: Ann Bedard, Assistive Technology Specialist, Speech Language Pathologist, EASTCONN; and Joanne Lambert, Assistive Technology Specialist, Speech Language Pathologist, EASTCONN 

                                In this session, we will discuss the difference between modeling and prompting. Modeling is referred to in the research as “Aided-Language Input, Partner-Augmented Input,” and “Aided Language Stimulation.” 
                                Often times these research-based strategies are not utilized to their fullest, or at all. This results in device abandonment. The communication partner’s natural instinct is often to prompt, especially using verbal prompts. 
                                We will discuss the appropriate hierarchy for prompting, which is completely silent. This, in addition to modeling, can significantly increase an AAC 
                                user’s “buy-in” to spontaneous usage of their device. 

                                Westbrook Public Schools Students + AT Tools = Success in School 

                                PRESENTERS: Westbrook Students and Educators 

                                Facilitated by Madeline Illinger, Director of Special Education and Student Support Services & Amy Norton, Assistive Technology Professional, EASTCONN

                                Take a look at what Assistive Technology tools students in Westbrook are using to support their learning! Westbrook Middle and High School students will demonstrate some tools they are using to gain access to the curriculum and increase their achievement. When tools are introduced to students at a young age, it becomes a part of their tool box. With the support of EASTCONN Consultants, Westbrook students are transitioning to post-secondary schools and employment settings well-rehearsed in the use of tools that will support their success as adult learners. 

                                To attend these and other valuable and informative sessions presented by both local and national AT experts, register here.     

                                We look forward to 
                                seeing you at the Conference!   

                                We also invite you to visit EASTCONN’s Facebook page to learn more about 
                                EASTCONN staff, job opportunities, people, places, and interesting events! 

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