New courses available on Smartbox Academy!
We believe that every voice we provide should be supported by people who feel confident using AAC. That’s why learning and professional development are such an important part of what we do.
This month, we’re expanding our English branch on Smartbox Academy with a range of new courses and a new course category, designed to support professionals, families and communication partners as they develop their understanding of AAC.
These courses cover everything from getting started with devices and software, to exploring communication approaches and practical strategies for supporting AAC users in everyday environments.
Whether you are completely new to AAC or looking to deepen your knowledge, there are new learning opportunities to explore. Take a look below at what’s new.
Introducing a new Conference Talks category
This month, we’re introducing a new Conference Talks category on Smartbox Academy. This back catalogue will showcase selected sessions delivered by members of the Smartbox Group at conferences around the world.
By bringing these talks onto the Academy, you can access valuable insights and learning opportunities wherever you are, helping us share expertise beyond the conference setting.
We’re launching the category with the following talks:
Holistic Considerations for Supporting Someone Who Uses AAC
This session explores the wider factors that shape successful AAC support, encouraging teams to look beyond devices and vocabulary to consider motivation, readiness to learn and the many reasons people communicate in everyday life.
Communication, Behaviour and AAC
This talk explores the relationship between communication and behaviour, highlighting how understanding communication needs can help reduce frustration and support more meaningful interaction.
Putting Communication at the Heart of Learning
This session looks at the school day through a communication lens, exploring how everyday routines and learning moments can be made more accessible and inclusive for students who use AAC.
New in-depth courses
Introduction to Multimodal Communication
This course explores multimodal communication – what it is, why it matters, and how different communication methods such as AAC, gesture, symbols and speech can work together. It also looks at how multimodal supports can be implemented within Grid.
Welcome Session: Introducing your Talk Pad
Designed for anyone new to a Talk Pad communication device, this course introduces the device and the basics of Grid for iPad, along with helpful tips to support early AAC use.
Welcome Session: Introducing your Grid Pad
This course guides learners through the Grid Pad device range and introduces key features of Grid 3, helping new users build confidence navigating their communication device.
New bite-sized course
Introduction to Alpha Core
This short course introduces the Alpha Core grid set, guiding learners through its seven keyboard layouts and features such as prediction, scheduling and accessible apps. Originally designed for individuals with ALS (MND), Alpha Core provides flexible text-based communication options for a wide range of users.
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