Shaun Pearson, M.Sc.A, R.SLP, S-LP(C) has been a practicing Speech-Language Pathologist for four years, with a current specialization in assistive technology. Clinically, he works with a variety of students using various forms of augmentative and alternative communication, supporting students in a wide variety of educational settings. He is familiar with high tech devices and iPads, as well as a variety of low tech and paper based options. Shaun has been a TouchChat Certified Trainer since January 2016.
Learning Opportunities
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Using TouchChat on Communication Devices
Presented By
Shaun PearsonSession Details
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| November 13, 2019 | 9:00 am to 3:30 pm |
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AllTouchChat is a full-featured communication solution for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice. TouchChat is designed for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, ALS, apraxia, stroke, or other conditions that affect a person's ability to use natural speech.
This is full-day TouchChat training include:
- Review of all language sets/program options available in TouchChat (word power, gateway, quick chat, my chat, talk-about-aac) - discussion on selecting vocabulary sets for different needs
- Detailed information about editing and customizing vocabulary sets – with hands on examples
- Tips for editing on a computer and Ipad and transferring programming between devices
- Using IShare to back up system
- Troubleshooting issues related to TouchChat – staff would be encouraged to bring specific challenges/issues they have faced
- Using paper/low tech backup & supportive systems
- Strategies & ideas to build capacity for staff working with children using TouchChat on IPads & communication devices
- Case studies/consultations as time permits
IMPORTANT! Please bring a fully charged iPad with the TouchChat app already loaded. As well, if you have a laptop available, please also bring with you and download this free software https://touchchatapp.com/apps/touchchat-windows-editor. The presenter will demonstrate editing on the computer as well.
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Target Audience
Teachers, Educational Assistants
Also Recommended For
Instructional Leaders, Speech Language Pathologists, Parents and Therapists of Students and anyone working with students who are non-verbal
Please bring a fully charged iPad or communication device loaded with TouchChat.