How to Develop and Use a Communication Book (DUCB)
Develop your knowledge and skills to create personalised communication books using this illustrated guide. Find out who 'Developing and Using a Communication Book' is suitable for, how to select the appropriate Stage and discover how to use the templates in Boardmaker & CommunicateIn Print software packages to create an individualised resource.
Description
Develop your knowledge and skills to create personalised communication books using this illustrated guide. Find out who 'Developing and Using a Communication Book' is suitable for, how to select the appropriate Stage and discover how to use the templates in Boardmaker & CommunicateIn Print software packages to create an individualised resource.
This course is available in a free taster session format, presented at an introduction level.
It is also available as a paid for course available at a developing level
Course Includes:
Free Taster Session
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Half an hour webinar with Q+A
Paid for Course
- 2 teacher supported live webinars
- 3 months access to online materials
- Free trial of Boardmaker 7/ InPrint3
Course Aims:
To introduce the principles of ‘Developing and Using a Communication Book’ and consider who it is suitable for and how to select the appropriate stage.
You will learn
Free Taster Session
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You will gain an overview of the resource and the different stages for the different types of users.
Paid for Course
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To describe the vocabulary organisation of the DUCB resource
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To state which level of DUCB would be suitable for an individual and why
- To manipulate DUCB templates in Boardmaker 7 or InPrint3 to create a communication book.
IPAACKS Competencies
On the Paid for Course you will gain the following competencies:
iPAACks: Level 2 Implementation
- Aware of vocabulary selection methodologies
- Able to select and format vocabulary appropriate to the person using AAC, with guidance as appropriate
- Aware of the importance of selecting vocabulary appropriate for the individual
- Aware of individual vocabulary needs based on language level, age, culture etc., as well as environmental and participation demands
iPAACks: Level 3 Technology, preparation, adaptation & integration
- Knowledge of how to create a wide range of low-tech communication resources, using the evidence base to inform activity
- Able to develop bespoke low-tech AAC systems for a wide range of individuals, taking into consideration access and sensory needs as well as communication abilities
Session Outline
Paid for course session outline
Session 1: Provides an interactive webinar exploring when you might introduce a personalised communication book, different ways to organise language, and different methods of retrieval. The session will focus on Ace Centre’s Developing and Using a Communication Book and how to identify and select appropriate vocabulary.
Session 2: Provides an interactive webinar utilising symbol software to create a personalised communication book.
Suitable For
Practitioners working with people who use AAC who are responsible for developing communication resources and enabling use of AAC across different environments.
Special Requirements
To take part in the paid for sessions you will need a laptop or desktop computer to install and trial Boardmaker 7 or InPrint3.
Payment
You can purchase this course by card or Purchase Order; select your payment method at checkout. If you choose Purchase Order, an invoice will be emailed to you. Click here to read our guide on how to do that.