AAC Access All Areas
Ali Battye and Ruth Jones
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Ali Battye and Ruth Jones discuss all things neurodiversity affirming and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). We explore specific questions about what AAC is, where to get it, how to use it.
Sharing knowledge and experience along the way to support individuals, families and support teams across education, health and social care to integrate inclusive communication practices to enable AAC users.
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S1E11 What are the reasons for communication?
This episode explores the diverse reasons for communication beyond requesting, emphasizing the importance of connection, joy, and meaningful interaction in AAC and speech therapy. Ruth and Ali…
S1E10 How do I set up AAC for a Gestalt Processor?
This episode explores Gestalt language processing in children, how it influences AAC setup, and practical strategies for supporting language development. Hosted by Ali Battye and Ruth Jones, it…
S1E9 What language should I add to an AAC tool?
This episode explores the essential aspects of AAC language, including robust vocabulary, core and fringe words, and effective communication strategies. Hosts Ruth and Ali discuss how to optimize AAC…
I've Got the Device and App - What Now?
SummaryThis episode explores the practical aspects of choosing, setting up, and personalizing AAC apps like Proloquo and TD Snap. Ruth and Ali discuss how to optimize vocabulary, app settings, and…
Where can I get an AAC device?
In this episode, Ruth and Ali discuss the various avenues for obtaining AAC devices, particularly for families who may not qualify for specialized services. They explore the importance of…
S1 What AAC Apps are there?
The conversation covers the top AAC apps in England, including Proloquo2Go, Proloquo, and Grid for iPad. It also delves into the comparison of AAC apps, symbol sets, vocabulary personalization,…
S1E5 Who is AAC for?
In this episode, Ruth and Ali explore the evolving landscape of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and its significance for various users, particularly children with complex…
S1E4 AAC What Factors to Consider?
In this episode, Ruth Jones and Ali Battye discuss the critical considerations when choosing Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. They explore various factors such as feature…
S1E3 Who Decides on AAC?
In this episode, Ali Battye and Ruth Jones discuss the complexities surrounding who decides which Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools to use. They explore the hub and spoke model…
S1E2 Types of AAC
In this episode of AAC Access All Areas, Ruth and Ali discuss the various types of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, their evolution in practice, and the importance of…
S1E1 What is AAC?
Ali and Ruth discuss what augmentative and alternative communication is. Diving into what it stands for and what kinds of things we might think about when we hear the term AAC.We explore AAC and how…
S1 AAC Access All Areas Trailer
A brief introduction from Ali and Ruth on who they are and what the podcast hopes to deliver to listeners.
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AAC Access All Areas has published 12 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.
AAC Access All Areas is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 30m.
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