The AAC Institute is the go to place if you are interested in augmentative and alternative communication. They have a great website that lists products, resources, parent information, and more. It can be difficult to find the perfect AAC for a student, but the AAC Institute can be a great first place to look.
It may surprise you that emojis for the iPhone are a form of AT communication. iPhone users are able to download little images that can replace text. Once you download the free software, the images can be used on iPads and now even Facebook!
Dynavox is a technology company that offers products, support, and training for assistive technology devices. The devices that Dynavox sells are for communication purposes.
On the Augmentative Communication Consultants website, you can find several different kinds of AT devices. The website that I have here will take you directly to the low tech page.
On this page, cochlear implants are discussed. Cochlear implants can be imperative for an individual who is struggling communicating due to a hearing impairment.
Oticon is one of the premier companies that sells classroom FM systems. The FM speaker helps project the teacher voice so that the entire class can hear. They also sell personal versions on these, so individuals can also project their voices.
On this Pinterest board, there are numerous AT devices for communication needs. The best part is that things are always being added to the list!
Speaking of Speech is an online community that shares communication resources with professionals. Under the tab "Material Exchange", there is an incredible list materials that can be helpful in many classrooms. I also loved that this website gives IEP templates, as well as ideas for goals dependent on the disability. This is a free website which makes it even better!
WordQ is a simple but brilliant product that seamlessly integrates word prediction and text to speech. Giving you a complete writing solution. They offer you a free 30 day trial!
The AT Lab has several AT devices created for communication. They list a picture, description, and price for each device. I liked how different their device were. They had a good mixture of low-tech and high-tech devices.
The DynaVox Tango allows individuals to shares stories and assists in making conversations. This can help form friendships as well as helps bring families together. On this website you can watch the Tango in use throughout the several videos listed.
Board maker is an incredible resource that is frequently used in many special education classrooms. You do have to obtain a license to be able to access the material, but it is definitely worth the wait. ($375) You will get thousands of symbols which will allow you to create different kinds of communication and visual supports.