#ATchat Archive

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Wednesday January 23, 2019
8:00 PM EST

  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to the January 23nd edition of #ATchat. Snuggle up with your coffee, a blanket and your laptop/tablet as we discuss a topic we haven't addressed before - Self advocacy/self determination.
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Interested to learn more about Ed Roberts? Here's a link to some bio information. He was born on this day and this makes our topic tonight even more meaningful. #ATchat https://t.co/5vLUHlVn1I
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hey now #ATchat Excited for our topic tonight>special thx to @wernedat for leading the discussion. I will be in/out of the chat. Teaching my first class tonight at Ramapo College NJ. #EDSP640 AT/UDL Hopefully, some of my Ss will join us in coming weeks
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:01 PM EST
    This topic came out of last week's #ATchat thanks to @wernedat. Let's welcome her as she facilitates our conversation tonight!
  • EmilyGranieroAT Jan 23 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Was really looking forward to this topic but am feeling a bit under the weather. Will catch up on it tomorrow. Self determination allows one to embrace their differences and understand how/why certain things help them. #atchat
  • EmilyGranieroAT Jan 23 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Then advocacy allows them to share what they have found with other who may also benefit while providing that personal prospective that is often missed by those who suggest technology but may not have personally used it #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Thanks @KarenJan - welcome all - I am Elisa, an OT and AT Specialist from Florida. For those of you headed to #ATIA19 just want you to know it’s gonna about 70 degrees this time next week in orlando #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Judie from Virginia… Looking forward to it! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Sorry to hear. Hope you feel better quickly. #ATchat
    In reply to @EmilyGranieroAT
  • possbeth Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi all--, Beth from MD. I will be in and out of the chat tonight, but love the topic! #atchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
    hi #ATchat folks i am a west coast aac user :)
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Thank you so much for facilitating this topic tonight. Hope to have many join us and discuss an important consideration for those of use who work in this field. #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • possbeth Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Woohoo! It has been too cold for me in Maryland this past week. Sunshine come at me! #atchat #ATIA19
    In reply to @wernedat, @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
    #ATchat Shaun from Calgary here. Looking forward to it tho I'll be in and out!
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:04 PM EST
    First question coming up in one minute! #ATchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Woo Hoo! 70 degrees! #ATchat [GIF: little girl happily dancing] Thx for starting on THAT positive!
    In reply to @wernedat, @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:04 PM EST
    @endeverstar @possbeth @Shaun_SLP Welcome - great to have you all here tonight! #ATchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @endeverstar, @possbeth, @Shaun_SLP
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi all! Danielle from CT. I work at a post secondary school focusing on independent living. Very excited for this topic! #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:04 PM EST
    So psyched for Maker Day. Come make some Adapted Repurposed Tools with me! #ATchat #ATIA2019
    In reply to @mmatp, @atiaorlando
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Q1: How do you define Self-Advocacy and in your eyes how is it different from Self-Determination? Note: I'll be using SA/SD as short codes from here on out for characters sake. #ATchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi #ATchat Kelli signing in from Indiana.
  • EmilyGranieroAT Jan 23 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Thanks Karen. Looking forward too seeing what others have to say in this topics. Will try to add some responses tomorrow. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:05 PM EST
    @ksuding Welcome! #ATchat.
    In reply to @Drazen_AT, @ksuding
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Here’s a video my Ss made about self advocacy! https://t.co/V8dsClB5LC #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:06 PM EST
    @Drazen_AT This is so neat! Thanks for sharing. #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Here is one way to break down the skills involved in self-advocacy. (alt text: graphic of self-advocacy that breaks it down into self-awareness, knowledge of rights, communication, and leadership, with items under each) #atchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
    a1 starting with the tough ones... i'll keep thinking on this, but at first glance i'd say self-advocacy is the active process of fighting for the right to self-determination it's also a collective political movement fighting for ALL people's self-determination #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Thank you for sharing - did the students write their responses on their own? #ATchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1: Self-Advocacy 4 a student is being able to participate & take CHARGE of their own learning by seeking resources, asking a lot of questions & finding independence #ATchat Self determination 4 students could be more of taking control of what they have to work with.
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Wow - off to a great start with links and answers to Q1, especially appreciate this response. #ATchat
    • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
      a1 starting with the tough ones... i'll keep thinking on this, but at first glance i'd say self-advocacy is the active process of fighting for the right to self-determination it's also a collective political movement fighting for ALL people's self-determination #ATchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
    So well stated. I love this! #atchat
    • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
      a1 starting with the tough ones... i'll keep thinking on this, but at first glance i'd say self-advocacy is the active process of fighting for the right to self-determination it's also a collective political movement fighting for ALL people's self-determination #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Great graphic, thanks! #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
    #ATChat they did. Students were in a SA class and this was a project towards the end of the term. They were all extremely proud of the end result.
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Great Visual. Thanks @wernedat #atchat #executivefunction #disruptiveteaching
    • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
      Here is one way to break down the skills involved in self-advocacy. (alt text: graphic of self-advocacy that breaks it down into self-awareness, knowledge of rights, communication, and leadership, with items under each) #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:10 PM EST
    No matter how it is defined, Self-advocacy and self-determination are often overlooked by IEP teams. #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
    @KarenJan agreed, hoping we change that a little tonight and improve how teams can include it in big and little ways. #ATchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Student led or student at least participating in IEP meetings can be powerful on many levels #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Was at a team meeting today and the student who we were meeting about asked her 1:1 instructional assistant, "Who's speaking for me?" Great question - she was only 12 so was not at the meeting but should have had a chance to share her voice. #ATchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1- In my experience, self advocacy is a little more about how one presents their needs to others. Self Determination is how a student takes care of their own needs-sometimes in spite of others. #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Q2: What does SA/SD look like for a young adult- High school or college? #ATchat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Will be using this in SA class next year #ATChat
    • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
      Here is one way to break down the skills involved in self-advocacy. (alt text: graphic of self-advocacy that breaks it down into self-awareness, knowledge of rights, communication, and leadership, with items under each) #atchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
    How do we make this happen more often? #atchat
    • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
      Student led or student at least participating in IEP meetings can be powerful on many levels #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
    "Who's speaking for me?" YES...beginnings of self advocacy at 12 years old. Love that. #Atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:13 PM EST
    @Drazen_AT tell us more about what the SA class looks like? #ATchat
    In reply to @Drazen_AT, @Drazen_AT
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:13 PM EST
    i wish students of all ages went to iep meetings, unless they don't want to of course, there should be other ways they can make suggestions/complaints to their team too besides meetings #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Why wasn’t she at the meeting? #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Joining the conversations (late again!), Cheryl from MA #atchat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
    In CT our Transition Guideposts has SA and SD within them. They should be used to drive goals on IEPs for the transition goals. I always link goals to the guideposts. #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Yes! I love that she asked her para that question and shared it during our consultation time. Must be respectful of student voice. #ATchat
    In reply to @ksuding
    • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
      "Who's speaking for me?" YES...beginnings of self advocacy at 12 years old. Love that. #Atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Right? We just need to ASK the student AFTER we thoroughly explain what IEP means and how it represents their own learning. Let's just ASK or I'm going out on the limb and say: require S participation. #Atchat How many Ss do u think have no clue about an IEP?
    In reply to @cfrost_disteach
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:15 PM EST
    a2 as a young adult, i most needed agency over where i lived, who i lived with, who supported me, and i needed access to programs like food stamps and free clinics that enabled me to make the choices i wanted to for my health #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:15 PM EST
    TOO MANY. I include in my OT student’s goals that they can explain them in “real words” to someone else. #atchat
    In reply to @ksuding, @cfrost_disteach
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:15 PM EST
    She wasn't invited, unfortunately. In MA, students come to their IEPs when they turn 13. How does it work in Maryland? #ATchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
    I am presenting a session at #atia19 called iPad vs Chromebook: The 10 Round Main Event. We will have 10 educational tasks, complete them on each device, audience will determine a winner! Have an idea for a task? Leave it on the @flipgrid https://t.co/SxgZDcU1do #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
    This graphic about self-advocacy that is a great discussion starter for students. https://t.co/YBTpddBb0q #ATchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
    a2 self-advocacy and self-determination as well as my quality of life would have been improved in my young adulthood if i had had a diagnosis, understood myself better, had aac, been connected to the wider autistic community #ATchat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Q2 as a SWD and Sp. Ed. Teacher it changes. The role one plays to SA becomes much more active once you move off an IEP and into the college level #DisabledAndProud #ATChat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Did you feel like school team’s helped you prepare for this? #atchat (if it is anything like here, guessing sadly, it’s no…) but don’t want to assume.
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
    In our district it is up to the parent, I believe #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
    i would discourage requiring student participation - the right to say no is a crucial part of self-determination! but definitely require that the adults in charge offer the chance to the student :) #ATchat
    In reply to @ksuding, @cfrost_disteach
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Totally. Agree. #atchat
    In reply to @Drazen_AT
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
    In retrospect, what would that have looked like? #ATchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
    • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
      a2 self-advocacy and self-determination as well as my quality of life would have been improved in my young adulthood if i had had a diagnosis, understood myself better, had aac, been connected to the wider autistic community #ATchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
    I like the idea of teaching students about their IEP. And especially the idea of including goals in words that students can understand... I wonder if that is something that could be always included... the goal- then the student worded goal? #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @ksuding
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Q3: How can SD/SA be implemented with young students (PreK thru elementary)? #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Great! Here is a resource from VA https://t.co/vxSGnfu6xJ #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: ciming from a secondary MDS perspective , The communicationbill of rights. #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:18 PM EST
    We make a “cheat sheet” for my students, and go over what they “really mean” in between all the fancy words and jargon. But I believe it should be that way for all goals. For everyone’s sake! #atchat
    In reply to @cfrost_disteach, @ksuding
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    ...and this is why Universal Design for Learning classroom environment plays such an important role for ALL students. #Atchat Ss don't have to wait 4 a diagnosis but have access in ways that allows independence with high expectations and appropriate accommodations based on NEEDS.
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    haha no the only good thing that came of my schooling is that i was allowed to escape (graduate lol) early :D i became an unschooler after that (self-directed education) which is BIG on self-determination, way more what i needed than what i'd got in public school #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Had my son's meeting today, SA/SD was a big topic of discussion! #atchat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    SA class is taught for students to understand what SA is and acquire the skill, but it looks slightly different for each student. So specific situations regarding when and how to or not to SA core #ATChat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    beat me to the punch, it’s in my resources later :) great minds… #ATchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
    My concern about self-advocacy is the unequal relationship between student and teacher. Students may be reluctant to self-advocate as they are dependent on teachers for grades/feedback, etc. Anyone else think this is an issue? #ATchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:20 PM EST
    sometimes I think this would benefit families too... we get wrapped up in jargon and it becomes hard for all parties to fully understand. #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @ksuding
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Ugh! Will @Twitter ever get an ‘edit tweet feature” so i can correct my typos!? #ATChat
    In reply to @Twitter
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:20 PM EST
    absolutely love this resource, especially related to an upcoming ? :) #ATchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing! #atchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @wernedat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
    For students who need symbol based supports to advocate in an emergency or crisis situation…the @nationalautism center & @n2yinc have worked together to build a free SymbolStix-supported version of NAA’s Personal Emergency Profile. https://t.co/R310GF7O17 free download #ATChat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
    hmm, good q... i think it would have necessitated the professional field being more competent at correctly identifying autistic youth and then not stopping at dx but offering a wide range of supports to choose between, and meeting peers/mentors/local self-advocacy groups #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
    I think this can absolutely be an issue depending on the teacher and their response to the student's advocacy. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: A2: coming from a secondary MDS perspective, The communicationbill of rights is the center of my pedagogy for self-advocacy/self determination #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Agreed, especially with the diversity and Rnglish Language Learners we find in our schools #ATchat
    In reply to @cfrost_disteach, @wernedat, @ksuding
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I can see what you are saying. I'm curious if that is less of a concern if environment is student centered vs. teacher centered. #UDL #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
    a3 i don't have a ton of input on this one, my main thought is just to never underestimate someone based on age - everyone has skills and strengths and competences and, more important, human rights every child deserves respect and freedom #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
    @ksuding how do you define Without-centered vs. Tt-centered? What does that look like? #ATchat
    In reply to @ksuding, @KarenJan, @ksuding
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:23 PM EST
    This is something to be open about with the student and to discuss different options for whom you should advocate to. If the student starts by going to someone where there is parity, it’s still SA. There’s always a starting place. #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3- I think allowing students choice from an early age is key. If they are communicating "no" through words or actions, respect that. Offer options and choice and control in areas you can. #atchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:23 PM EST
    You need to hone in on the skill of quick delete and rapid fire repost after edits! ha ha #Atchat
    In reply to @alysstets, @Twitter
  • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:23 PM EST
    He was there (he is 17) and a junior, so a lot of focus on post-HS and what that looks like for him. We talked about increasing self-advocacy and working during SLP/groups on social stories/scripts on how to approach teachers and adults in a respectful way #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Thanks for your thoughts. Add more if you have recommendations. We are here to share and learn. #ATchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
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  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:24 PM EST
    definitely! formal education is usually hierarchal and enacts anti-youth ageism in every way. there can be consequences for trying to stand up to yourself when adults have more power than you! #ATchat
    • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
      My concern about self-advocacy is the unequal relationship between student and teacher. Students may be reluctant to self-advocate as they are dependent on teachers for grades/feedback, etc. Anyone else think this is an issue? #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:24 PM EST
    hopefully some of the resources I’ll share soon can help the student and the rest of the team plan and informally assess for this… #atchat
    In reply to @adaptechcf, @KarenJan
  • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:25 PM EST
    This was also his 3 year, so discussing with him ahead of time his test results & asking for his feedback & opinion during the meeting was key. They really listened to what he wants to do and offered suggestions (classes, supports) to help get him where he wants to be #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Oh I loved reading the "they really listened to what he wants to do" part!!! This is so important! #atchat
    In reply to @adaptechcf, @KarenJan
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Q4: How can you combine SA “instruction” and assistive technology use for students with learning or communication challenges? #ATchat
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  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Sounds like a productive meeting, respectful of your son's perspective and needs. #ATchat
    In reply to @adaptechcf
    • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:25 PM EST
      This was also his 3 year, so discussing with him ahead of time his test results & asking for his feedback & opinion during the meeting was key. They really listened to what he wants to do and offered suggestions (classes, supports) to help get him where he wants to be #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Are you going to #ATIA19 next week? Share your #ATtips to make the most of the conference. See you there! #ATchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4- I think allowing a student to be the 'expert' in their AT can be key. They after all are the day to day user. Let them show you, show their peers, teach their teachers. #atchat
  • Cliandonicad Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A1) -Self-Advocacy is a way of speaking up for yourself. Self determination is when you are to control aspects of your life. #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:28 PM EST
    how can we help them become that expert? #atchat
    In reply to @cfrost_disteach
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:28 PM EST
    a4 make sure aac users have access to relevant vocabulary! learning how to say "no" is crucial for self-determination as well as basic safety and quality of life if we have no way to refuse, you're not getting actual consent from us when we agree to do what you want #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Going to #atia19 Make sure to join us Fri. night for @edcampAccessInt FREE TIX: https://t.co/acYOof5eAZ #ATchat
  • Drazen_AT Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4 it may sound silly, but for my Ss I use reminders and mindfulness apps. Part of the challenge is getting over the fear and remembering/setting the time aside to do a less preferred/comfortable thing #atchat
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Show them and then let them explore and learn. Even if they only know one piece of it, they know more than most of their peers and teachers. Let them show! #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Wouldn't that make an awesome topic at #EDCampXSInternational at #ATIA19 next week - what makes an effective IEP team? #ATchat
    In reply to @adaptechcf, @cfrost_disteach
    • adaptechcf Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
      Yes! He has an amazing team!
      In reply to @cfrost_disteach, @KarenJan
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Student-centered being more of the entire process of the learning, participation, collaboration, strengths, thinking and T feedback based on that as a whole- rather than just the dependency of a strict grading scale of "end product." #Atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @KarenJan
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:30 PM EST
    no silly AT ALL. it is a huge part of the fear factor - and helping a student prepare in this way is huge! #atchat
    In reply to @Drazen_AT
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  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:30 PM EST
    YES #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @adaptechcf, @cfrost_disteach
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A4: provide a robust and rich language environment and robust AAC/multi-modal communication options #ATchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:31 PM EST
    a4 for aac users with more comprehensive communication skills, make sure we have the vocab to discuss policy (of our schools/institutions/cities/countries) and what is happening in the world around us self-advocacy is not just about individuals but about all of us #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:32 PM EST
    is it me, or could that be the answer to a ton of different issues or concerns? :-) #ATchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:32 PM EST
    that is a great point! #atchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • Cliandonicad Jan 23 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A2) Self Advocacy for young adults is being able to communicate with teachers, counselors and administrators about what they need from them in order to succeed. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Sorry all but I have to drive home from NH to MA. I'll catch up once I am home in about an hour. This is an important conversation and I am thankful @wernedat is willing to facilitate it. TY all for joining. There are three more questions planned with additional resources #ATchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: I am piggy backing off of this answer: AND making sure Ss have a mode of communications EVERY single second of the day. Removing that AAC/multi-modal communication in any moment is liking removing one's vocal chords We do NOT do that. #Atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:35 PM EST
    a4 please also make sure we know how to integrate our aac with options like fax, email, phone - so we have a way to contact senators and our benefits agencies and etc etc (access to text relay services is an additional option) #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Q5: What assessments or inventories do you know of for tracking SA/SD needs and data? #atchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Jan 23 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Checking out #atchat- sorry to be late! Great topic tonight!
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #ATchat
    In reply to @ksuding
  • KarenJan - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Final tweet - if you are going to #ATIA19, please come to the #ATchat tweetup in the bar at the Caribe Hotel. We love meeting F2F!
  • hillarygfphdatp Jan 23 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Presume competence. Always. #atchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:37 PM EST
    #atchat again, reference Communication Bill of Rights!
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:37 PM EST
    a5 heh well not being a pro i have no idea for formal options for this, but i'd say never forget to ask the AT user directly (in a format they'll be able to answer - open ended, yes/no, aided input, etc etc) #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5 Resource-Here is a link to a shared set of assessments and resources that I have found useful. https://t.co/Rcs5EjVi1M #ATchat please share yours and we can add to this...
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:38 PM EST
    do not sell yourself short, this is a great and often forgotten answer! #atchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • hillarygfphdatp Jan 23 @ 8:38 PM EST
    That is NOT the bomb diggity. Just saying. #ATChat
    In reply to @ksuding, @alysstets
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:39 PM EST
    #ATChat I love hearing your thoughts and ideas!!! So glad you joined this chat! You keep my gears turning!
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • Cliandonicad Jan 23 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A3) Self advocacy and self determination need to be taught to younger students. It can also be modeled for them. An example would be if a child wants to learn how to play basketball, they can express that desire and ask for help. #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:40 PM EST
    it’s a whole bunch o’stuff in a google drive folder… #atchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:40 PM EST
    https://t.co/mNUSr3BuxZ #ATchat @PrAACticalAAC
    In reply to @alysstets, @PrAACticalAAC
  • cfrost_disteach Jan 23 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Great folder of resources! #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • hillarygfphdatp Jan 23 @ 8:41 PM EST
    You’re the bomb diggity! This is great! #AtChat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:42 PM EST
    so glad it’s helpful stuff. There’s no way we would have touched on all this stuff in an hour, and I wanted everyone to have all the everything! #atchat This was my compromise to myself!
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:42 PM EST
    I really cannot count how many times I’ve been asked to weigh in on an AT/AAC decision “based on testing” & I’ve replied, “well when I asked the student, they said...” It is often overlooked. #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @endeverstar
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Great idea! #ATChat
    In reply to @wernedat, @hillarygfphdatp
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Q6: How can students who use AAC be aided in growing in SA/SD? #atchat
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:44 PM EST
    If you are going to be at ATIA, you will be hugged. THANKS for sharing! #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @hillarygfphdatp
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:44 PM EST
    I will be there. For sure. #atchat
    In reply to @ksuding, @hillarygfphdatp
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:44 PM EST
    This is great! Additionally, here’s the original version from the NJC: https://t.co/01tskcl2GR #ATchat
    In reply to @ksuding, @alysstets, @PrAACticalAAC
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A6 Resource - one resource that can incorporate goals for users of AAC devices https://t.co/zDPyvEtiqR #atchat
  • tdcraw Jan 23 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #atchat hate to miss tonight’s great topic! Busy planning a tech playground for teachers at Friday’s PD. Our teachers get to experience the exhibit below and PD on the science of reading. Love how the students featured are advocating for themselves and others.
    • sciencemuseumok Jan 23 @ 8:30 PM EST
      "Beautiful Minds - Dyslexia and the Creative Advantage" is now open in SMO's smART Space galleries. This exhibit illuminates many misconceptions of dyslexia and empowers those who have this common learning difference. https://t.co/WZkWt0IC8Y
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:46 PM EST
    a6 oops i basically already answered this i guess random additional thought = offer time with adult aac users who have built self-advocacy skills over their life and can naturally model that as mentors #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Thanks @JudithSchoonov1 added to the Google Drive! #atchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @ksuding, @alysstets, @PrAACticalAAC, @JudithSchoonov1
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: I’ve recentlybeen thinking I should do better about telling my clients using AAC that they can ask for wait time. A lot of the text based AAC options have a message built in but not necessarily the symbol based options. #atchat
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A7: model and teach rejecting, refusing, giving REAL opinions (not what adults want to hear). Validate and accept all communication, whether you as the adult ‘want’ to hear it or not. Allow student autonomy #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Don’t forget-we are always looking for guest moderators. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjE6Lej #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:48 PM EST
    on core based, or in LAMP/Unity, where would you suggest that request (or SA or SD) info as a whole be programmed in (with the user’s ok, of course…) #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:48 PM EST
    😬And yet another typo—*A6 #ATChat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: Resource PraacticalAAC has a great set of blogs on this topic: https://t.co/Tjjmo0gYSR #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    same ? as for @VickiBostonSLP - where would you put that in the device (with the user’s input of course?) #ATchat
    In reply to @alysstets, @VickiBostonSLP
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    that's true. it can be helpful for us to have a button that immediately speaks something like "please be patient while i type my words" without interrupting the sentence we're building in the speak window so if people are rushing us we can stand up for ourselves #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    USSAAC’s Awareness committee made some great buttons about this. (Find me at ATIA if you’d like one) #ATChat https://t.co/g6xhh1fBgH
  • Kristine_Napper Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    It's an issue, & not just in the classroom. Ppl w/ disabilities are usually in an unequal power relationship when we need to self-advocate. The unbalanced power is still hard for me to navigate. That's why I feel so strongly about helping Ss practice in the classroom! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
    ME! ME! #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • possbeth Jan 23 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Chiming in with a resource after missing most of the chat. Person-centered planning is a way to help individuals with disabilites play an important role in planning their IEP or supports https://t.co/WfZpJXsXqc #atchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Q7: What's your takeaway from tonight that you want to implement with students or staff you work with? #ATchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:51 PM EST
    my symbol based program is HUGE so i'm not sure where i would put it in someone else's, but i have a button like that in my "my communication" folder - i get to that from my general "about me" folder contains other stuff explaining my device, how to interact w me, etc #ATchat
    • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
      same ? as for @VickiBostonSLP - where would you put that in the device (with the user’s input of course?) #ATchat
      In reply to @alysstets, @VickiBostonSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:52 PM EST
    On the Tobii DynaVox systems I’ve seen a similar message under the “about me” section so that’s one option. #ATChat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:52 PM EST
    100% agree. There are some PCP resources in the Inventory/Informal Assessments folder in the google drive (bit./ly/atchatSA) but I love facilitating PATHs! #ATchat
    In reply to @possbeth
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:52 PM EST
    #ATChat not sure 🤔. Easily accessible for sure, but depends on Idv. preference/motor access points/where it makes sense to the individual
    In reply to @wernedat, @VickiBostonSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
    The Predictable app does that particularly well & others have similar ways of accomplishing that. #ATchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • ksuding Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A7: Oh my goodness...my takeaway is the PLETHORA of resources! Thanks so much everyone at #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Back to “presuming competence”!#ATchat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • Cliandonicad Jan 23 @ 8:55 PM EST
    for the continued use of that accommodation. Especially after they move to Higher Ed when the student no longer has an IEP. #atchat
  • endeverstar Jan 23 @ 8:55 PM EST
    yep i use proloquo4text as one of my apps and it has a great "quick talk" buttons field that i use for things like that and basic interactions i want to be able to say quickly in everyday settings - hello, how are you, thanks, have a good day - customer service stuff lol #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the @wakelet from tonight’s #ATchat tomorrow morning
  • alysstets Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A7: everyone has something to say and a right to say it, regardless of disability; LISTEN!!! All stakeholders need to be part of the team with Individual @ center and leading. #ATchat
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Thank you to my amazing #PLN at #atchat for making my first time as guest moderator so much fun!
  • VickiBostonSLP Jan 23 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Yep, one of the high school students I used to work with had PLQ4text & she put her “be patient” message in the quick talk buttons & used it often. #ATChat
    In reply to @endeverstar
  • wernedat Jan 23 @ 8:59 PM EST
    @VickiBostonSLP I had a student who could program all on his own, which was great, but he put “shut up now” on that button, so, thus came a lesson on socially appropriate language to adults :)#ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us tonight and sharing your expertise. We all get better each week because of our #ATchat PLN. See you next week LIVE from #ATIA19