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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 07/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Paddy and Danielle between 10.25 -10.55 to find out how Read & Write can support learners with diverse needs from early primary through to secondary school. #ASLTechnology26

A promotional poster for “ASL and Technology 2026” featuring overlapping red, pink and grey circles and the CALL Scotland and University of Edinburgh logos. The main text announces a session titled “From early learners to exam success: one toolbar, every learner supported,” scheduled for 10:25–10:55 and presented by Paddy McGrath and Danielle McKernana, Everway. At the bottom there is a tagline that reads "Accessible Futures; connecting learning and technology" with a QR code and the hashtag #ASLTech2026.

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘From early learners to exam success: one toolbar, every learner supported.’ Logos for Everway and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide describes how Read&Write supports learners with diverse needs, including dyslexia, literacy challenges and English as an additional language, from early primary through secondary education and assessments, using a consistent toolbar to support reading, writing and understanding. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 05/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Sue and Lisa from Widgit to discover ‘Symbla,’ Widgit’s new learning app designed to support language and early literacy skills. Find out about readymade resources and how to create personalised activities. #ASLTech26

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Symbla – Widgit’s new Learning App.’ Logos for Widgit and CALL Scotland appear at the top. Slide explains that Symbla is an activity‑based app supporting language and early literacy development through progressive activities. Can be used online or offline and personalised using Widgit symbols and templates. Session will demonstrate how to set up profiles, create and edit activities, adjust layouts, choose read aloud options, and see how activities are played. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 08/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Marion at 10.25 to explore the importance of literacy skills for learners who rely on AAC. Discover practical strategies and hear real-life examples of student success. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTechnology26

Poster promotes a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Access to Literacy and the Curriculum for Students who have Complex Access Needs and/or rely on AAC.’ Logos for CandLE and CALL Scotland appear at the top. Slide explains that synthetic phonics alone is not effective for many learners with complex communication needs and promotes flexible, language rich, concept led literacy instruction. Highlights importance of supporting AAC users with text based output, reducing reliance on pre loaded vocabularies. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey feature, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 12/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Jake from Jabbla UK to find out how Mind Express 5 can support communication and meaningful literacy development. Explore thoughtful integrations to encourage independence, learning and accessibility. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech #ASLTech26

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Connecting Literacy and AAC: Collaboration in Action.’ Logos for Jabbla UK and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide describes how Mind Express 5 supports communication and literacy through accessible activities, integrated books, and collaboration with organisations such as CandLE. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 13/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 From 11.35-12.05, learn about AYOA’s mind mapping tools as James explores strategies to visually support organisation and planning in writing. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTechnology26

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Mind Mapping with AYOA to Kickstart the Writing Process.’ Logos for AYOA and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide explains how AYOA’s mind mapping tools can support young people with Additional Support Needs to overcome barriers to writing through visual organisation, idea generation, planning, and confidence building. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 14/05/2026

Accessible Futures: Multimodal Literacy for All! Join Sarah for an inspiring keynote session that explores the power of multimodal literacy, inclusive design and assistive technology in shaping literacy experiences that are accessible, engaging and meaningful for all. Register at bit.ly/ASLTech

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 15/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Are you looking for contact-free access solutions? From 11.35- 12.05, join Bob to discover the ToFFEE proximity switches as he explores key features and benefits for users and professionals. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTechnology26

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Introducing ToFFEE Proximity Switches from Pretorian Technologies.’ Logos for Pretorian Technologies and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide explains that Bob from Pretorian will explore the ToFFEE proximity switches, how they support contact free access, outlining key features, benefits, and practical setup guidance for professionals such as occupational therapists, educators, and assistive technology specialists. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 18/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 At 12.15, join Nicola and Tina to learn how they developed and implemented accessible Core Kits in classrooms. They will share how the kit has encouraged more consistent, meaningful and empowering communication. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code.

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Using core word kits to develop communication,’ presented by Nicola McSweeney and Tina Donnelly. Logos for the ASL and Technology Conference and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide describes collaborative work between Drummore Primary School and CALL Scotland to develop and embed practical, accessible core word kits for classrooms. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 20/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Paula at 12.15 to discover how a 5-week course sparked change in how digital tools are used to support learners, boosting attainment, confidence and independence. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTech2026

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Small changes, big impact: Our assistive technology journey,’ presented by Paula Kinnon. The slide describes how professional learning through the CALL Scotland Assistive Technology Course led to improved use of digital tools at Whinhill Primary School, increasing pupil confidence, independence, and attainment. It highlights the creation of pupil and parent ambassador teams to ensure assistive technology meets learners’ needs. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 21/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Find out how AI can break down barriers for learners with ASN. Join Aileen between 12.15-12.45 for a hands-on session where you will experience AI tools from a student's perspective. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTech2026

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Small steps with AI: Try it, believe it.’ The slide explains that this session builds on a recent CALL Scotland webinar. It describes the format of the session as a hands on experience where delegates act as learners, interacting with AI powered classroom platforms. It highlights that delegates will see how AI can reduce barriers and build confidence for learners with Additional Support Needs through practical, classroom-tested examples.
Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 25/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 Join Fraser at 1.50pm to hear about frustrations and success of using AAC in daily life from an AAC user’s perspective. Fraser will share honest insight from his lived experience. Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code. #ASLTech2026

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘AAC and Me,’ presented by Fraser Sommerville. The slide describes a lived‑experience‑led session about using AAC in daily life, focusing on the effort, adaptations, frustrations, and successes of communication, and how AAC supports connection, independence, and participation. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 26/05/2026

ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26 At 1.50pm, join Kevin for a practical workshop exploring film and screen approaches to support communication, agency and participation for learners. Discover ways to use simple tools to implement filmmaking in the classroom. Register at bit.ly/ASLTech #ASLTech2026

Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘See yourself on screen: Creating music videos,’ presented by Kevin McPhee. The slide describes a practical workshop showing how simple music‑video activities using an iPad can support communication, agency, engagement, and self‑expression for learners with additional support needs, using visual feedback, music, rhythm, and movement. It highlights classroom applications using simple equipment. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Fantastic opportunity! Could you be the new CALL Scotland Director?

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

If you use TD Snap and want to tell some festive jokes over the holidays, I've added these pagesets to Pageset Central, search 'Christmas Cracker Jokes.' The jokes come from the National Geographic for Kids website. My son and nephew had a great time trying them out! #AAC #AugComm #TdSnap

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Story readalongs for TD Snap, now on Pageset Central. Search 'Bookbug.' @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social gifts books to primary 1 children each year. @callscotland.org.uk provide symbol resources. Purchase the books and download symbol resources for free at: f.mtr.cool/guxcirnrxp

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Fun lesson this week. Simple story and activities related to fireworks. • PowerPoint story with Grid's See and Say gridset • Props, signs, symbols, AAC boards & apps • Boardmaker fireworks stamping • Story made with Grid 'Read with Me' template • Fizzing fireworks & art • Grid interactive activities

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

A few years ago I shared links to free printable communication resources I compiled for families. People kindly added to them. It later became a document with links & QR codes. Now, it's a Wakelet of links, organised by symbol set. wakelet.com/wake/v9jdOkO... #AACaware

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Spreading awareness of alternative access methods and AAC. I showed my mum, son, niece and nephew how you can use the free text-based AAC app, Vocable, on a mobile phone with head tracking. Available for iOS & Android devices, touch & head tracking access, pre-stored phrases, keyboard. #AACaware25

Collage of two photos, each showing a mobile phone displaying the Vocable AAC app on a mobile phone. On the left the button 'Please be quiet' is selected using head tracking access method and on the right the button 'I am hot' is highlighted, also with head tracking access method.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

An AAC system isn't just one method, tool or strategy. Trying different access methods, we revisited eye gaze. In the past people asked why she would need to use eye gaze when she has an iPad. Short answer: the iPad isn't the only, or most efficient means of communication and access at all times.

A student with face blurred out, in a power wheelchair is sitting in front of an eye gaze device which is mounted on a floor stand. The eye gaze device shows a rating scale with the headings 'fast, ok, slow.' On the tray of the wheelchair there is an AAC device with a rating scale displayed on screen with the headings 'yes, maybe, no.' There is also a joystick on the tray.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

As it's #MathsWeekScotland I did a counting story with my son. My son loved organising the printed images for each part of the story. We counted, added and subtracted as we went. He also constructed sentences with AAC apps.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

As always, the Communication Matters Conference was fantastic! I learned so much from sessions & conversations. Loved meeting people from online in real life. Had the best introduction from the person chairing our session on Communication Passports. Lots to think about, lots to explore! #cm2025conf

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 12/09/2025

Joanna, Ceanna & Claire had a fantastic couple of days at the Communication Matters International AAC Conference 2025. Thanks to everyone who came by our information board in the exhibition hall and to our workshops. So many great conversations and connections made! Until next year! #cm2025conf #AAC

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Student speaks some words but can be misunderstood. He can agree or stop talking rather than repeat or explain. Using AAC we found words, topics and typed phrases he could use to advocate for himself. He likes the Minecraft Movie. He copied quotes I modelled changing some words. 1/2

Collage of two photos. Top photo shows child's hand typing on the keyboard on an iPad with the Grid for iPad app. Bottom photo shows a child's hand tapping buttons on a an iPad on a topic page with conversation repair vocabulary on TD Snap for iPad.

Photo of child holding an iPad displaying a keyboard of the Grid for iPad communication app. The message window reads 'Steve lava dogs'

Collage of three photos showing a child holding an iPad and editing a button on a communication app, using the keyboard to input text. A large photo at the bottom shows a child selecting the new button with the text repeated several times in the message window.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 29/07/2025

Are you familiar with SQA Digital Assessment Arrangements? No matter if you are newly qualified or would like a refresh of requirements and implementation procedures. Register via the link or QR code below to join us from next Thursday. Bit.ly/course21825 #CallLearn

Burnt orange background with white text advertising #CallLearn course titled Technology to Support SQA Digital Assessment Arrangements course starts 21st August 2025. Find out more and book by scanning the QR code or go to bit.ly/course21825. This is a 4 week course with weekly 1 hour workshops (4-5pm)
www.callscotland.org.uk

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

I first saw this idea shared by aacforall on Insta a few years ago. I made a few variations. The ones I've used the most are the core and fringe strip flip tops. I love them as I can model core and fringe for different activities and a wider range of language functions. #AugComm #AAC

Photo of a Go Talk 4+ and Go Talk 9+ communication devices each with overlays with symbols and words. There are laminated symbol strips attached to the top in the style of a tabbed booklet

Photo of a Go Talk 9+ communication device lying on the grass. There is an overlay with symbols and words related to a story. Attached to the top is a laminated symbol tabbed booklet.

Photo of a desk with Go Talk 4+ a Go Talk 9+ communication device. There are overlays in each with symbols and words. Attached to the top of each is a laminated symbol tabbed booklet. Some other colourful and tactile materials are also on the table.

Photo of a child holding a Go Talk 9+ communication device. There is a shared reading overlay with symbols and words. Attached to the top is a laminated symbol tabbed booklet.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

I visited my sister's classroom as she was doing some prep for the new term. We added to labels and visual supports to support instructions & routines, communication supports for activities and for any reason. Video shows signage, AAC boards and posters, activity-specific visuals, visual sequences.

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Ace Centre @acecentreuk.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Does your child use communication apps? Struggle working out what is best? 🤔 We want to hear from families/carers who have children with speech, language and communication needs and are planning to introduce an AAC app on a touch device such as an iPad. Find out more below👇 buff.ly/vvOqP9h

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Can't wait to read this! Pre-ordering my copy right now!

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Working with a student who has unclear speech at times. Tried some AAC apps. He used symbols to tell me what he was having for lunch and verbally added it was a packed lunch. We explored communication repair phrases to hopefully build confidence and give ways he can advocate for himself. 1/2

Photo shows a child holding an iPad with the TD Snap communication app displayed on screen. The page has vocabulary related to communication repairs. The child is pointing to a symbol and the message window is full of vocabulary and shows various buttons have been pressed.

Collage of two photos, both with Smartbox Grid Super Core 50 communication app on an iPad. The first photo shows the words and symbols 'sandwich, tuna, ham' in the message window. The second photo shows the words and symbols 'chocolate, crisps' in the message window.

Photo of an iPad with the TD Snap communication app's keyboard displayed. A child's hands can be seen holding the iPad and one hand is typing a message on the keyboard. The message window reads 'I go out to play with my friend or.'

Photo of an iPad with the TD Snap communication app's keyboard displayed. The message window reads 'I have a good time.'

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Visited a pupil who has Smartbox Touch Pad with Grid but isn't using it. We tried some of Grid's communication and curricular gridsets. She likes using her phone to send emojis so we tried out WeaveChat AAC on a mobile phone as well. Looking forward to exploring ways to personalise her AAC! #AAC

Photo shows a table, on top of which is a mobile phone with the WeaveChat communication app's scrolling board and an iPad with Smartbox's Grid SuperCore 50 app open on the keyboard page. A child's hand can be seen tapping a symbol on the mobile phone.

Photo shows a table, on top of which is a mobile phone with the WeaveChat communication app's scrolling board, an iPad with Smartbox's Grid SuperCore 50 app and a Smartbox Touch Pad displaying the Grid dashboard. There are some books on the table behind the devices.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Love this - each year S1 pupils are asked to set up their iPads. They change accessibility settings to suit them best. It is made clear that all iPads will likely look different. #ASLTechnology25 @callscotland.org.uk

Woman stands in front of a screen with a PowerPoint slide titled 'our accessibility journey'

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Last chance to book tickets for our annual ASL & Technology Conference! Tomorrow, 11th June. Just £10 for 18 presentations and the chance to win prizes! Attend in person, live online or register to receive the recordings! Book now at: bit.ly/asl-tech25 @callscotland.org.uk #ASLTechnology25

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

I wanted to make visual supports and communication boards to use with light tables at my last school. I experimented and printed on transparency film. My son tested one out. The second photo shows a comparison of paper and transparency film printed versions. #AAC #AugComm

Photo of a small light table with a child's hand in shot playing with colourful transparent plastic shapes. At the top of the light table there is a symbol communication board printed on clear transparency film.

Collage of two photos. The top photo shows a symbol communication board, printed on paper, on top of a small light table. A child's hand is in view at the bottom of the light table playing with colourful transparent plastic shapes. The bottom photo shows a symbol communication board, printed on transparency film with a child's hand at the bottom of the communication board.

Photo of small light table with a symbol communication board, printed on transparency film and lots of different coloured plastic shapes on top of the communication board.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Thanks to come.with.me.aac on Insta for sharing the idea. I've added some to my collection. Toy devices are cute but that's not the only reason I like them. We know how important play is for development. Including toy AAC devices in play promotes inclusivity, representation and exploration. #AAC

Photo of a group of six superhero figures. Four are holding black plastic ID card holders with screenshots of different AAC apps inside, two are holding printed communication boards.

Photo of four black plastic ID card holders with screenshots of different AAC apps inside.

Photo of four black plastic ID card holders with screenshots of the CALL Scotland shared reading communication board for Soundingboard inside.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 20/05/2025

Would you like to work at CALL Scotland? We're looking for a new team member to come and join us! bit.ly/3SbLpC8

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

I made a Widgit version of the tabbed lanyard symbols with Makaton signs on the back. I don't have the permissions to share, however, you can add photos/ signs on the reverse whichever symbol creation software you use by adding or duplicating a page after each one with symbols.

Photo of two lanyards, each with a mini symbol communication board and set of small cards showing a symbol and word, with tabs on each one with the matching symbol. One lanyard set uses Widgit symbols, the other uses PCS symbols.

Collage of 4 photos of a set of individual Widgit symbol communication cards with tabs. The photos show that each symbol card has a symbol and word on one side and Makaton sign on the reverse.

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 14/05/2025

Happy Bookbug Week! There's still time to sign up for free and join Joanna and Bookbug on Thursday 15th May at 10am for our next Accessible Readalong!

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

I had a great time presenting and learning at a @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social Sensory Story Sharing Practice Event.

Photo of a woman standing behind a lectern and microphone facing a crowd, the backs of heads of crowd can be seen at the bottom of the photo. There is a large projection of a presentation slide on the wall above the woman's head. The presentation slide shows a photo of a table with various objects, symbol resources and a communication app on an iPad. The text on the slide reads 'Sensory Stories Incorporating AAC, literacy and technology. Ceanna MacGregor, CALL Scotland.'

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Our hybrid ASL & Technology conference is not to be missed! Find out more in Kirsteen's blog.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Wish I'd recorded this conversation. My son found my old work lanyard, asked my niece if she knew what the symbols were for. She said 'to help.' He said yes, wanted to show her how, said we're leaving in '3, 2, 1' (there's a countdown strip on the lanyard). Then had a chat pointing to symbols: 1/2

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Fantastic opportunity to see our Guided Hands in action before the Easter holidays. The team shared how they incorporated it in lessons. The student showed off how she can show understanding and also accuracy by colouring in her teacher's nail. (Photo 4)

Photo of an iPad with communication app displayed on screen. A hand is hovering over the iPad with index finger selecting the 'yes' button. Lots of 'yes' symbols with words are seen in the message bar.

Photo of a hand holding an iPad with a symbol communication app displayed on screen. The vocabulary is for the topic 'arguing.' Two other people's arms are in shot.

Photo of the Guided Hands device on a table. There is a printed sheet with various words on the Guided Hands device. A hand is holding up a cut out of the word 'found.' A hand is moving the arm of the Guided Hands with a stylus attached at the end. The stylus is resting on the word 'found' on the printed sheet of words.

A hand rests at the top of the Guided Hands device. Another hand is moving the arm of the Guided Hands device with a black whiteboard pen attached. The hand using the Guided Hands device is colouring in one of the nails of the hand resting at the top of the device.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Starting this afternoon! This course is jam-packed with strategies, resources and tools to support the development of literacy skills for learners with complex support needs. #LiteracyForAll

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Playing with a Minecraft creeper toy (green thing, first photo), my son said it needed an 'eye computer.' I had 3D printed toy AAC devices shared by AAC for All. Added screenshots of CALL Scotland Bookbug books and writing grids. My son's toys had fun reading, writing & chatting with devices!

Photo of two plastic toys, a green Minecraft creeper and tiny batman, surrounded by 3D printed miniature AAC devices.

Photo of an iPad displaying a CALL Scotland Bookbug Grid writing grid. A hand in the bottom left corner is holding a 3D printed miniature iPad with a printed screenshot of the same writing grid.

Photo of a 3D printed miniature toy eye gaze device and three 3D printed miniature toy iPads, all with printed screenshots of CALL Scotland Bookbug resources.

Photo of an iPad displaying the Soundingboard app with a symbolised shared reading communication board by CALL Scotland. A Spiderman toy is standing beside the iPad and is holding a 3D printed miniature toy iPad with a printed copy of the same shared reading board.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Do you want to build your knowledge and skills in supporting literacy for all students? Sign up for our 8-week 'Technology to Support Literacy for Learners with Complex Needs' course starting this Thursday!

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Laura Peden @littlemissstem.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

The presenter line up for this conference looks awesome (yes it may include me too 😄). Please have a look and sign up. It is both in person and online. I'm sharing all about the accessibility features in Lumio.

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Have you seen this yet? Our ASL & Technology conference is hybrid this year! Meaning you can attend in-person or online! Practitioner presentations, AT suppliers, an exhibition and plenty of opportunities for questions and discussions. Read more on Kirsteen's blog below. #AssistiveTech #AAC

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

Same idea as my last post, different app. I've uploaded these rating scales to Smartbox Online Grids. First part of the clip shows Grid for iPad with 6 different 3-point rating scales. Second part of the clip shows Grid 3, same rating scales but with an additional rest cell. Links below. #AAC

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Communication Connections @communi-con.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Forgot to upload to Pageset Central (TD Snap) it's there now. Six 3-point rating scales - details in thread. I've used to discuss opinions, access methods, topics & AAC options. Here's the link or search 'Ratings - 3 point scales' on Pageset Central: www.mytobiidynavox.com/psc/TDSnap/7...

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CALL Scotland @callscotland.org.uk · 14/03/2025

Are you looking for practical advice to support learners in using technology for assessment arrangements? Join Paul and Texthelp for a free exams masterclass on Wednesday 26th March at 12pm. For more information and to register to watch live or receive the recording, visit: bit.ly/3DVbMsm

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Are you an SQA Coordinator struggling to navigate digital alternatives for exams and assessment arrangements? With the number of candidates qualifying, it’s a growing challenge. In this free Exams Mas...

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EngagingAACSLP @engagingaacslp.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

SURPRISE! Check out the first annual April Autism Acceptance AAC Resource Sale! Thanks, Rachel Madel, Vicki Clarke (Dynamic Therapy Associates Inc), & Nicole Casey (The Child Led SLP). Download a PDF of this graphic with links at bit.ly/April2025AAC... #AAC #augcomm #SpecialEducation #SpecialEd

This is a digital flyer for Autism Acceptance Month 2025, specifically focused on AAC resource sales. Here's a summary of what's included:
The flyer is titled "AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH 2025 - AAC RESOURCE SALE EDITION" for April 2025, created by Lauren Enders Gonzales, M.A., CCC-SLP.
Featured sales include:

Rachel Madel Speech Therapy, Inc.

20% off the whole shop during April
Use code "AUTISM25"

AAC Chicks & DTA Schools

20% off the whole store for 3 days (April 4-6, 2025)
205 products available
Special offers:

DTA AAC Flipbook 2.0 (10 Button Book) - FREE for the month of April (reg. $24.99)
Bundle offer: Animals with Core & AAC - $0.99 for the month of April (reg. $22.05)

The Child Led SLP

25% off all courses and the workbook for April
Use code "AUTISM25"
Features "The Great Language Partner Program" and workbook

The flyer includes a note that it can be shared or printed in its original form with all credits visible but cannot be copied, reformed, or distributed as one's own work.
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