Connecting Communication and Instruction: Texas SPED Support Training and Implementation Practice - 37103

This course explores multiple considerations when developing and using communication aids, implementing strategies for teaching communication skills, and connecting communication and instruction. Participants will rotate through the assistive technology stations. This training, developed by the Texas Education Agency, aligns with Quality Indicator V: Social Communication on the Rubric of Effective Practices for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities. Attendees will leave with tools and ideas for implementing the strategies discussed, and have an option to sign up for follow-up coaching and implementation support

Schedule & Location
11/4/2026 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
ESC Region 11
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Audiences
Charter School Personnel, Speech Therapists, Teacher - Special Education, Instructional Coaches/Support Specialists, Instructional Technology Personnel, Paraprofessionals, Teacher - Bilingual Education Program, Teacher - Early Childhood/PreK/Kindergarten
Prerequisite/Special Notes
None
Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify and explain the relationship among communication, behavior, and instruction, including key considerations in developing communication systems, and demonstrate effective strategies for teaching communication skills based on student response modes.
Session 65246
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T-TESS 2.3,2.4,2.5,3.1,4.3

Registration Deadline 11/4/2026
Credit Type Continuing Professional Education
Duration 06:00
T-PESS

Presenter
Susan Key, M.A. ESC Region 11


Susan Key

For assistance contact:

Susan Key
Special Education Specialist
skey@esc11.net
(817) 740-7551

Daisy Sheardown

For assistance contact:

Daisy Sheardown
Special Education Technician
dsheardown@esc11.net
(817) 740-3606