AAC in the Classroom
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) plays a vital role in giving children with communication challenges a voice in their learning journey. This webinar, AAC in the Classroom, explored how AAC empowers students to participate actively in class, supports independence, and fosters an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Participants learned about practical tools, from simple visuals to advanced devices, and how these can be seamlessly integrated into daily classroom routines.
Objectives:
1. Discover how AAC provides every child a voice and supports active participation in the classroom.
2. Explore simple, practical AAC tools, from visuals to digital devices, that can be seamlessly integrated into daily learning.
3. Understand how AAC fosters confidence, independence, and inclusion for learners of all abilities.
About the Speaker:
Vilahashini Manivannan is a passionate Speech-Language Therapist and AAC Specialist with more than eight years of experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and a wide range of communication disorders. She holds both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, and her training includes internationally recognized certifications such as ADOS-2, the SCERTS Model, the Hanen More Than Words program, AVAZ AAC, and the Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention workshop.
Known for her collaborative approach, Vila has worked extensively with educators, parents, and caregivers to ensure that children receive consistent and effective support across all settings. She is deeply committed to evidence-based practice, and she finds nothing more rewarding than witnessing the progress of the children she works with and celebrating each milestone with their families.
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