Show Notes
Discover what’s possible when communication is made available.
An educator, designer, and social entrepreneur from Sydney, Australia, Chris McDonald is the Founder and CEO of PicSeePal, a light-tech communication tool for all ages, abilities, and settings.
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
- The level of autism acceptance and inclusion in Australia
- Why Chris is passionate about working with the autistic population
- PicSeePal’s mission and overall vision
- Communication as a human right
- Limitations of high-tech devices
- Some do’s and don’ts of using Augmentative Alternative Communication, or AAC
- Advice for parents and teachers who feel stuck when their students aren’t progressing
To learn more about Chris and his work, please visit picseepal.com.
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