Learning vocabulary is essential for AAC users, as it helps them organise their thoughts, express ideas, and better understand others. For AAC learners, a strong vocabulary also forms the foundation for reading and writing.

But building this vocabulary doesn’t happen on its own. Teachers and therapists need effective, engaging strategies to make vocabulary instruction a daily part of their classrooms and therapy sessions. This can be a challenge, and many educators need support to implement strategies that truly work.
In this session, we’ll dive into practical, hands-on activities designed specifically to help AAC learners build their vocabulary. We’ll explore fun and engaging ways to teach new words, helping students not only learn language but also use it in their everyday lives. You’ll also learn how to support educators in building capacity so that vocabulary instruction becomes a natural, ongoing part of their teaching practice.
Whether you’re working in the classroom, therapy room, or at home, you’ll leave this session with practical, ready-to-use ideas that can make an immediate impact on your students’ communication skills. Let’s work together to give AAC learners the vocabulary they need to thrive!