By the end of this module, the learner will be able to:

Competences 

a. Ensure that the learner is included in the school community through theimplementation of essential strategies for him/her to understand what is happening as well as expressing needs, wants etc;
b. Create resources to aid the student communicate better in class;
c. Guide students on how to best use technological aids.

Knowledge

a. Detail the typical development of language and manifestations of delayed or atypical language development;

b. Determine the process and reasons of communication in order to be able to identify when there is a breakdown or a communication barrier;

c. Identify various modes of communication and various AAC aides that can be utilised in order to establish a functional communication system;

d. Identify possible communication challenges that a learner will present within the presence of a condition or disability;

e. Identify possible communication opportunities throughout the school day whereby the learner can communicate through various methods

Skills

a. Use correct level of language according to the level of understanding of the learner;
b. Encourage communication opportunities as well as set up possible situations whereby an Augmentative or Alternative methods can be used;
c. Support a range of learners with disabilities and conditions in the class environment e.g. ASD to use a range of AAC strategies.