AAC Quest Facilitator Guide AAC Navigation Quest
Facilitator Guide
Duration 30 MIN
Objective
Students will navigate their AAC device to locate specific vocabulary, construct simple phrases, and access different communication pages efficiently.
The "Why"
Proficient AAC device navigation empowers nonverbal individuals to express their thoughts, needs, and desires independently, fostering greater self-advocacy and social engagement.
Prep & Materials
Review the Quest Slide Deck and familiarise yourself with the content.
Print one Mission Log Activity Sheet per student.
Ensure all students have charged and functioning AAC devices .
Verify access to standard vocabulary sets.
Pre-program "I want to say..." or similar starter phrases for demo.
Mission Timeline
0-5 Minutes
Introduction & Warm-Up
Welcome students to the AAC Navigation Quest .
Discuss the connection between device mastery and independent communication.
Review the core structure: Pages vs. Buttons (Slides 1-2).
5-10 Minutes
Demonstration
Use a projected AAC screen to show basic navigation paths.
Model finding high-frequency words: hello, more, help .
Show how to jump between categories: Core -> Food -> Feelings (Slide 3).
Highlight visual cues like color-coded parts of speech if applicable.
10-25 Minutes
The Navigation Quest Activity
Hand out the Mission Log Activity Sheets .
Students work through prompts to find words, pages, and build phrases.
Role of Facilitator: Circulate, observe navigation paths, and provide "hints" rather than direct answers to encourage problem-solving.Emphasize that mistakes are just part of the exploration (Slide 4).
25-30 Minutes
Wrap-Up & Share
Invite students to share one "hidden" word or page they found today.
Discuss strategies: Did anyone use the search feature? Did you look for colors?
Encourage continued exploration outside of the session (Slide 5).
AAC Quest Adventure Slides Mission Initiated
AAC Navigation Quest
Ready to explore? Let's become AAC navigation pros and master your device.
SYSTEM_READY // VER 1.0
Why is Navigation Important?
Find Words Quickly
Speed up your communication and keep conversations flowing.
Express Yourself
Say exactly what you feel, need, and think whenever you want.
Be Independent
Communicate your way without needing anyone to prompt you.
Connect with Others
Build stronger relationships and share your ideas with the world.
Navigating Like a Pro
Essentials
Locate core vocabulary
Switch between categories
Build simple sentences
Expert Tips
1
Look for icons first; they tell a visual story.
2
Listen to the voice output to confirm your choice.
3
Think in categories : Food is likely near Drinks.
Your Mission:
The Navigation Quest
Use your AAC device for the whole quest.
Follow prompts on your Mission Log.
Find specific words and mark them off!
Ask for help if a word is hiding!
Quest Complete
What did you learn?
What was your favorite discovery today?
What was easy? What was challenging?
Keep Exploring
The more you explore, the faster your communication becomes.
End Simulation
AAC Mission Log Worksheet Mission Log: Navigation Quest
STUDENT RESOURCE // AAC DEVICE PRACTICE
Sector
COMMS_LAB.01
Navigator Name
Mission Date
Mission Briefing
Use your AAC device to find the words, phrases, and pages listed below. When you reach your target, mark the checkbox to log your success!
Part 1: Core Navigation
Locate these essential words on your primary core page.
I
Subject Word: "I"
Found it
W
Action: "Want"
Found it
G
Action: "Go"
Found it
M
Quantity: "More"
Found it
H
Assist: "Help"
Found it
Part 2: Category Exploration
Jump to the page or category where these words live. You don't need to select the word, just reach the page!
Food Category
Find where words like "apple", "pizza", or "water" are located.
Feelings Category
Find where words like "happy", "sad", or "angry" are located.
Places Category
Find where words like "school", "home", or "park" are located.
Part 3: Message Construction
Combine words to create a short message on your display bar.
Build This:
"I want go"
Message Logged
Build This:
"More please"
Message Logged
Bonus Challenge
Find and select the word that describes how you feel right now .
My Current Feeling:
Target Acquired
