Liberator A Prentke Romich Company Communication without limitations
MINSPEAK AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2015 You are invited to a special event involving two of America’s major figures in AAC. Bruce Baker remains highly influential globally in terms of language development & acquisition for non-verbal people. As the originator of Minspeak he continues to provide insight into the daily challenges facing users who simply want rapid, independent access to real, basic language. Learn more about Bruce: http://www.minspeak.com/students/AboutBruceBaker.php#.VPPlMHkfrug Chris Bugaj is a speech pathologist, educator & published author with extensive practical knowledge of implementing Minspeak in classroom settings. He is an accomplished presenter with over 150 live or digital sessions to his credit, while Chris also hosts The A.T.TIPSCAST (http://attipscast.com); a multi‐award winning podcast. Learn more about Chris: http://about.me/chrisbugaj
Whether you are already using Minspeak & want assistance in integrating it into a language programme, or you simply desire to know more about this proven AAC approach, Bruce & Chris will combine theory & practice to give you more options & greater choice. Topics to be covered include: fresh angles on core vocabulary & the importance of motor planned word selection/navigation lessons from the field when Minspeak is applied in-depth strategies around integrating Minspeak into both the classroom & life at home. The focus throughout will be upon actual language & exactly how it generates functional communication. Prior to the Tour kicking-off, Liberator is offering Minspeak Primers, either onsite or virtually, to anyone who would like to absorb the unique difference of this language approach. The fundamentals of Minspeak will be explained & contrasted with other methods currently in use. You are encouraged to bring along a Minspeak device or a Windows laptop running the Minspeak software (free download of NuVoice PASS at https://www.prentrom.com/downloads/pass?id=205). There will also be a limited number of devices to use on the day. Please RSVP to secure your spot. You’ll meet your local Liberator Consultant & many other like-minded people including Minspeak device users who are always up for a chat!
Date: Time: Venue: RSVP:
Friday 3rd July 2015 9am – 4:30pm Yooralla ILC Brooklyn – 705 Princes Highway, Brooklyn VIC
[email protected] The entire day is at NO COST, and includes lunch and refreshments. Liberator Pty Ltd, 471 The Parade, Magill, SA 5072 Tel 08 8431 5478 Fax 08 8431 1791
[email protected] www.liberator.net.au
