Collaborative Literacy Support for AAC Users with McKinzee Steve

Guest: McKinzee Steve, MA, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=collaborative-literacy-supportJoin Carolyn Dolby, host of School of Speech by Speech Therapy PD, as she interviews McKinzee Steve, a school-based speech language pathologist renowned for her expertise in AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) programs. In this episode, they delve into 'Collaborative Models for Comprehensive Literacy,' discussing strategies to integrate meaningful literacy opportunities for AAC users. Learn about practical approaches such as the 'AAC Book Club,' station teaching models, and tailored interventions like shared reading and predictable chart writing. Mackenzie shares valuable insights into fostering a collaborative relationship between SLPs and teachers to ensure comprehensive, inclusive literacy instruction for students with significant support needs.Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:10 Guest Introduction: McKinzee Steve00:52 Disclosures and Professional Backgrounds02:06 McKinzee's Journey into AAC04:51 Building Capacity and Literacy Initiatives08:01 Collaborative Literacy Programs17:38 AAC Book Club: Implementation and Strategies32:13 Creating a Class Book33:06 Predictable Chart Writing Explained35:53 Independent Writing for Students38:43 Yellow Station: Word Work and Phonological Awareness43:31 Incorporating AAC in Reading Comprehension47:08 Adapting Materials for Older Students54:58 SLP's Role and Time Management56:37 Resources and Final Thoughts About the Guest: McKinzee Steve, MA, CCC-SLP, is a school-based speech language pathologist with experience managing the AAC program for a large urban school district. Her professional interests include AAC, autism, bi/multilingualism, and literacy.