Children who have complex communication needs or have only limited speech, in addition to other challenges, often struggle to interact and communicate. This may include children who have physical disabilities, multiple disabilities, sensory processing challenges, limited social interaction skills, and/or a range of cognitive limitations and learning difficulties.
The two days of this course will demonstrate the use of a Pragmatic Organization Dynamic Display (PODD) approach developed by Gayle Porter (Melbourne, Australia). Generic templates for multi-page “light tech” communication books have been carefully designed to support genuine communication for a variety of functions throughout the day. These templates may be customized for a range of access methods and other individual needs. Many of the videos and examples will focus on children who use direct access.
Come learn strategies for creating multi-modal language learning environments that provide receptive models and expressive opportunities for language development. Learn strategies for teaching and using PODD with children and their communication partners. Videos and case examples will be shared.
Participants will receive a training manual and hands-on practice with PODD communication books.
Participants will be able to:
- Describe the challenges faced by professionals creating communication systems in terms of vocabulary organization, layout, design, range of access strategies and customizing for individual requirements.
- Discuss the importance of receptive language input and creating a language learning environment
- Discuss the features of a PODD communication system in terms of vocabulary organization, layout, design, range of access strategies and customizing for individual requirements.
- Use PODD generic template resources to produce customized communication books.
- Discuss the teaching and learning strategies for implementing PODD communication systems with students and team members.
Third Day Available with Focus on Alternative Access (March 26, 2015) SP1531332.
*Important Note: Attendance at Day 3 requires attendance on Days 1 and 2 or previous attendance at an official 2-3 Day Introductory PODD training. Separate registration required.
TSHA CEUs pending
OT Type 2 CEUs provided