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“With the right AAC tools, we can build language, real communication and genuine connections.”

Amanda Hartmann

Speech-Language Pathologist

Amanda is a Speech Language Therapist with over 25 years experience working in schools and with families and as a technology consultant. All this has led to a passion for working with children and young adults with disabilities and learning difficulties. She loves sharing what she knows about Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Literacy.

You can meet me at

ISAAC VIRTUAL CONFEREENCE
10 Nov 2026
Virtual ISAAC 2026
Online

Join us at ISAAC’s Virtual Conference 2026, “AAC in Everyday Life: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond."

Bringing together people who use AAC, families, researchers, practitioners, engineers, vendors, and advocates, the conference explores the latest research, technology, and inclusive practices in AAC. Through presentations, interactive sessions, panels, and posters, participants will share insights and ideas that advance communication access and empower people who use AAC worldwide.

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AAC and stimming – understanding the role of stimming in communication
Some Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users repeat the same motions, like pressing the same button over and over on their device. But what does that mean? In this blog, we will further explore stimming and its relationship with AAC.  
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Understanding why AAC users repeatedly tap buttons and practical strategies for support
The Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) community often asks for our help with strategies for people who tap buttons on the AAC over and over. What might be the reason for this tapping? What purpose might it serve? And most importantly, what actions should we take or avoid?
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AAC Awareness Month 24
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Busting AAC myths for good
There are many things we now know to be true about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)—both from research and from AAC users’ lived experiences. However, even with the research showing us certain things to be true, certain myths persist in the AAC community.
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