Getting Started with Proloquo2Go

Introduction

• Speaker: Amanda Hartmann, Speech Pathologist at AssistiveWare.
• Purpose: Introduction to Proloquo2Go, an AAC tool for communication when speech is not possible.
• Objective: To help users feel confident using Proloquo2Go, part of the AAC training series.

What is Proloquo2Go?

• Purpose: Assists those unable to speak or when speech is difficult to understand.
• AAC: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, tools aiding communication for those who can't talk.
• Platform: iOS, developed by AssistiveWare.

Vocabulary in Proloquo2Go

• Crescendo Vocabulary:
  • Core words: Foundational language elements, consistent location.
  • Fringe words: Personalized and situational words.
  • Alphabet: Enables typing for words not in the app.
• Communication Functions:
  • Express needs and wants (e.g., making requests, refusing).
  • Provide and gather information (e.g., comments, questions).
  • Social interaction (e.g., greetings, jokes).
  • Clarifications and self-expression.

Using Proloquo2Go

• Interface Overview:
  • Grid with buttons represents vocabulary.
  • Message window for sentence construction.
  • Toolbar with tools, keyboard, edit, and options.
• Core Words: Consistent location aids motor planning.

Personalizing Proloquo2Go

• Creating Users:
  • Set language, voice, grid size, and skin tone.
• Grid Size: Affects ease of navigation and availability of vocabulary.
  • Larger grids provide more language options but require visual and motor capability.
• Progressive Language:
  • Gradual vocabulary exposure, maintains location consistency.

Editing and Customizing

• Edit Mode:
  • Adding words and folders.
  • Personalize with photos and symbols.
• Copy/Paste: Move words between folders.
• Pronunciation Adjustments: Ensure names and words are correctly pronounced.
• Fun Feature: Record custom audio for buttons.

Organizing Vocabulary

• Folder Levels:
  • Level 1: High-priority words.
  • Level 2: Additional words.
  • Storage: Less frequently used words.
• Alphabetical Organization: Assists in finding words.
• Search Feature: Locates words within storage or visible vocabulary.

Grammar and Sentence Construction

• Grammar Pop-ups:
  • Provides verb and noun forms.
• Typing View:
  • Switch between grid and QWERTY keyboard.

Settings and Restrictions

• Restrictions: Turn off specific features to prevent accidental changes.
• Backup and Security: Ensure vocabulary is backed up.

Support and Resources

• AssistiveWare Support:
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Online resources and help articles available.
• Training Replay: Re-watch and practice covered material.

Conclusion

• Contact: Amanda Hartmann's email for further questions.
• Encouragement: Practice and use Proloquo2Go for effective communication.