Augmentative Communication Systems at Home & in the Community

Students must practice and use their augmentative communication systems at home and within their communities, along with at school.  Using their systems in these other settings reinforces the communication skills learned in school and helps them learn how to use it in other places and situations.  The teacher must communicate with the parents to see if there are any culture-related issues and to find out where the student goes within the community or where the student participates in activities.  Educators must make sure there is appropriate carryover and use of the device within the home, among family members, and across community settings.

Reference:
 Dell, A., Newtown, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom.
               Upper Saddle River, NJ. Pearson Education Inc.