AAC Innovations: What’s New, What’s Next, and Why It Matters (Rec)
Presented by: Katie Threlkeld,Ed.D., CCC-SLP, ATP
🗓️ COURSE AVAILABLE: January 15, 2026 – January 15, 2029
After this course, you will be able to…
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Identify at least three major innovations in AAC access methods (e.g., eye tracking, AI-assisted scanning, facial tracking) including how they support different user needs
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Describe three recent advancements in AAC software and artificial intelligence (AI) integration including how these technologies improve communication efficiency and personalization.
COURSE CONTENT
0-5 Minutes: Introduction and Disclosures
5-15 Minutes: Highlighting Recent Innovations in assistive technology (AT) and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
15-30 Minutes: Advances in Access Methods
30-45 Minutes: Advances in Hardware and Software
45-60 Minutes: What’s Next: Future Directions in AAC
SPEAKER INFORMATION & DISCLOSURES
Katie Threlkeld, Ed.D., CCC-SLP, ATP is a licensed, ASHA certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) and a Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) certified assistive technology professional (ATP) with over 10 years of clinical experience in AAC, neurogenic communication disorders, and aural rehabilitation assessment and intervention across the lifespan. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Virtual Clinic Coordinator in the Katz School for Science and Health at Yeshiva University and an adjunct instructor at the University of Arkansas. Katie serves on the ASHA SIG 2 (Neurogenic Communication Disorders) Professional Development Committee and is certified in SPEAK OUT! and LSVT Loud. Katie has presented at the state and national level on topics related to motor speech disorders, AAC, and aural rehabilitation and has extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate level. When not engaging in teaching, scholarship, and service, Katie likes to travel, spend time with her family and friends, golf, and go to sporting events cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs, St. Louis Cardinals, and Arkansas Razorbacks.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Full-time, salaried employee at Yeshiva University, adjunct faculty member at the University of Arkansas, Medical SLP Collective – Honoraria
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Member of ASHA, ASHA SIG 2 and SIG 12 member, member of ArkSHA, former employee at Forbes AAC
The following software/products will be discussed or demonstrated during this course: Forbes AAC. These examples are provided for educational purposes only. The MedSLP Collective does not endorse or promote any specific tools/products and their inclusion in this presentation is solely to support learning objectives.
ADDITIONAL FAQS
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
To successfully complete this course, participants must submit a reflective statement (150-250 words in length) within 14 days of taking the course addressing the following: Identify one key concept, technique, or insight you learned during the course and describe how you plan to apply this learning in your clinical practice.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
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What can I do if I have a complaint?
Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com
Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this content is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com