Do you remember the last time you had to learn something new?  What helped your learning the most, and what didn’t?  Were there role models or teachers that supported you along the way?  Learning new things takes time and practice, and learning how to use an AAC device to communicate is no exception.  As you adjust to using technology with your child to help them express their ideas, focusing more on the teaching and less on the technology can help to increase success, and reduce overwhelm.  To get started with teaching your child to use an AAC device, bring your patience, commit to the process, and consider the following steps to guide your learning, and teaching.