Whether you're new to the field of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) or an experienced veteran, Practical Guide will greatly enhance your everyday assessment and intervention AAC techniques. It begins with a review of basic terminology to establish a common base of knowledge. It then provides a specific outline to follow, walking you through step-by-step, as you collect assessment data and plan intervention goals. The easy-to-use forms are fully reproducible and apply to clients of all ages. It has examples of completed forms and measurable goals/objectives for AAC intervention. The Guide's themes include: AAC Components, Principles Underlying AAC, Ecological Inventory, Dynamic Assessment, Evaluation Summary, and Treatment Planning & Teaching Strategies. 48 pages. Spiral-bound.